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Title: Computer case
Post by: SkyChimp03 on November 16, 2006, 09:58:39 PM
Well... i know nothing about computer cases so thought id ask yall.

Well i'm looking for a case about $80-$100 or can be less. I'm looking for a black case with side window + PSU . Why i ask is i dont want to buy a pos and cant put it together lol. Oh and i'm looking for one on newegg.

Thanks! :O
Title: Computer case
Post by: NOT on November 17, 2006, 06:39:20 AM
Thermaltake Armor
Title: Computer case
Post by: SuperDud on November 17, 2006, 07:34:13 AM
Not always true but most PS that come with a tower aren't to good. If I were you I'd go for a full sized tower. Much easier to build in and add stuff to.
Title: Computer case
Post by: SkyChimp03 on November 17, 2006, 10:46:10 AM
I don't have alot of room :p
Title: Computer case
Post by: OOZ662 on November 17, 2006, 11:38:39 AM
Full towers are huge... :p I recommend just getting a PSU with modular wiring. It's all the extra, bulky wires hovering around (read: stuffed under the DVD-ROM) that take up most of the space in my Desktop sized tower.
Title: Computer case
Post by: Krusty on November 17, 2006, 12:07:52 PM
Unless you're setting up a special tower with 12 CD-RWs in it, go with "mid-tower". Trust me on this. Thats' the standard case with up to 4 CD-ROM slots and 2 floppy slots.

Get "ATX" compatible cases, if your motherboard is ATX form factor.

Let's see if I can get this link to work, it's pretty long.

Click Me (http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.asp?Submit=ENE&N=2010090007+1054808287+1054907954+1055508421+1056508435&Subcategory=7&description=&Ntk=&srchInDesc=)

That's with or without PSUs.

You're probably better off choosing your own. You might get a POS if you take whatever comes with the case.

[EDIT: Fixed link to show only cases with a side air duct]
Title: Computer case
Post by: OOZ662 on November 17, 2006, 02:58:54 PM
Whoops. Mid-tower was what I meant, I think. :lol
Title: Computer case
Post by: GunnerCAF on November 17, 2006, 03:18:34 PM
Antec makes good solid cases, well build and not too expensive.
Title: Computer case
Post by: SuperDud on November 17, 2006, 06:10:46 PM
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Originally posted by OOZ662
Whoops. Mid-tower was what I meant, I think. :lol
Yeah me too lol:o The 4 sloted guy.
Title: Computer case
Post by: DAVENRINO on November 17, 2006, 06:14:57 PM
Nov 12-18 Comp USA has Antec 900 Advanced Gaming Case w/o PSU
on sale  for $89  after $30 instant and a $30 rebate.

http://www.compusa.com/products/products.asp?Ntt=antec+cases&N=200088&Ne=200000&Ntk=All&Cn=_Computer_Cases

Fans galore- 5 120's and a 200.
Title: Computer case
Post by: Krusty on November 17, 2006, 06:57:03 PM
Hell, fans cost $3, that's nothing. I got a brand new case, all black with a fire red clear plastic front on top of the black (looks nice), has 4 5" bays, 2 3" bays, a side vent intake (most modern chips require this), and a front-panel attachment, fully ATX compatible, all for $30 (not counting S&H).

Don't spend more than $50 on a case is my suggestion. All it has to do is look good and function good, it doesn't have to be made from gem-encrusted gold leaf.
Title: Computer case
Post by: DAVENRINO on November 17, 2006, 07:13:22 PM
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Originally posted by Krusty
Hell, fans cost $3, that's nothing.  


Yes, I agree that you can get a sleeved fixed speed fan for $3.

The point of this case is that it actually has a place to mount all those fans.  It only includes 3 120's and the 200, all with ball bearings and 3 speed switches.

Most people don't need that many fans, but it appeals to me because I live in the Tropics and prefer not to use aircon. :D My tower also resides in a bay in my desk, making cooling more difficult. I am hoping the 120mm fans running at 1200 rpms and the 200 at 400 rpms will be fairly quiet.  I am trying to stay away from the water cooling on my new rig.

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Originally posted by Krusty
all for $30 (not counting S&H).
 


Oh, and I bought mine in the brick n mortar store here.  Newegg wants $80 to ship a $30 case to Hawaii which makes this case at $89 in my hands  a bargain here.;) There is a price to pay for living in Paradise.
Title: Computer case
Post by: Krusty on November 18, 2006, 12:21:06 AM
Good point about shipping to HI... In that case I'd go local :P
Title: Computer case
Post by: SkyChimp03 on November 18, 2006, 12:37:25 AM
Found one thanks all:aok
Title: Computer case
Post by: DAVENRINO on November 18, 2006, 01:59:33 PM
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Originally posted by Krusty
Good point about shipping to HI... In that case I'd go local :P


Yup,
I ordered everything except the case from Newegg.  Shipping was just under $100 without the case.  Amazing enough is that Comp USA prices here are the same as the mainland.
Title: Computer case
Post by: ozrocker on November 18, 2006, 04:31:42 PM
I have a CoolerMaster, and I love it. Lots of space, slide locks to hold drives in place(no screws), 2 fans (1 80mm in front, 1 80mm exhaust in rear. Has a dome over the CPU/Heatsink to channel air to side opening. I also added a 120mm to the side. No heat problems. Lightweight(but not plastic-cheaply made), I paid 79.00 at CompUSA. Also, check http://www.Newegg.com
                                                        Oz
Title: Computer case
Post by: SkyChimp03 on November 18, 2006, 04:46:51 PM
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Originally posted by ozrocker
I have a CoolerMaster, and I love it. Lots of space, slide locks to hold drives in place(no screws), 2 fans (1 80mm in front, 1 80mm exhaust in rear. Has a dome over the CPU/Heatsink to channel air to side opening. I also added a 120mm to the side. No heat problems. Lightweight(but not plastic-cheaply made), I paid 79.00 at CompUSA. Also, check http://www.Newegg.com
                                                        Oz



I've always ordered my stuff from newegg and i found a case. Thanks for all the comments and tips on cases.
Title: Computer case
Post by: eagl on November 18, 2006, 06:57:47 PM
Glad you found a case.  Make sure you post a few more times without telling us what kind it is, and for gosh sake don't tell us if you like it after it arrives :)
Title: Computer case
Post by: SkyChimp03 on November 19, 2006, 05:07:19 AM
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Originally posted by eagl
Glad you found a case.  Make sure you post a few more times without telling us what kind it is, and for gosh sake don't tell us if you like it after it arrives :)


lol... Dont really see why it matters just found a nice case i like.. If it really matters its a thermaltake.


I am trying to find  a decent psu tho!:aok