Looking for a case (Special requirements)

[Gohan]

Hi,

I recently built a HTPC in a Noah Mini-itx case but having a few cooling problems.

Specs are:

Intel E7200
Intel DG45FC mini-itx with HDMI
2GB RAM
320GB 2.5” HDD
Slot loading DVD-RW (will update to BL drive in time)
LP Freezer 7 LP

Now because of the cooler I used I had to remove the 70mm case fan so it gets a little hot, plus I don’t much like the look of the case. So I’m looking for a case with the following specs:

Small as possible (was thinking Micro-ATX as Mini-ITX doesn’t allow for much cooling)
Ability to accommodate slimline ODD & 2.5” HDD
90+W PSU
Rear of side mounted fans (my Sky+ box is going to sit on top of this so I don’t want heat rising up into it.)

I appreciate it’s going to be hard to meet those requirements, but if you would be good enough to give it a crack?

Cheers, Ryan

[Webby]

Silverstone Lascala LC11 http://www.scan.co.uk/Product.aspx?WebProductId=214601&Product=SilverStone+LC11S-300+inc+300w+PSU+(Silver)+aluminium+Front+%26+SECC+Body+Desktop+case comes in black too but Scan do not seen to have any in stock, only issue is normal optical drive rather than slim.

The LC19 may be suitable http://www.scan.co.uk/Product.aspx?W...26+Card+Reader but it has a big vent on the top so maybe not.

You could look at the Antec Fusion cases micro remote and remote or perhaps the NSK 1480 or NSK2480

http://www.ebuyer.com/product/140998
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/148791
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/141005
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/130945

Possible available from Scan as well a bit cheaper I will let you hunt down the best prices

Oh the Silverstone Grandia GD02 may be worth a look as well

[chiark]

Could you save space inside the case by using a Pico PSU and relying on an external 12V converter?

[Webby]

The Noah case he is using already has an external power brick, admitedley the DC/DC coverter board is larger than a PicoPSU but I don't see how changing that will improve his airflow situation.

[Gohan]

Thanls Webby, The LC19 looks like it should fit the bill.

[Gordy]

I don't know if this fits your bill exactly but I've got a cubit 3 case here. Its one of the best mini-itx cases out there that I found when I was looking

http://www.hoojum.com/new/html/cubit3.htm

Here is the one I have.

http://gordyhand.co.uk/gallery/v/casemodding/cubit3

If you are interested let me know. It's sat in the loft in it's box for the last year.

[harshw]

Hi,

I recently built a HTPC in a Noah Mini-itx case but having a few cooling problems.

Specs are:

Intel E7200
Intel DG45FC mini-itx with HDMI
2GB RAM
320GB 2.5” HDD
Slot loading DVD-RW (will update to BL drive in time)
LP Freezer 7 LP

Now because of the cooler I used I had to remove the 70mm case fan so it gets a little hot, plus I don’t much like the look of the case. So I’m looking for a case with the following specs:

Small as possible (was thinking Micro-ATX as Mini-ITX doesn’t allow for much cooling)
Ability to accommodate slimline ODD & 2.5” HDD
90+W PSU
Rear of side mounted fans (my Sky+ box is going to sit on top of this so I don’t want heat rising up into it.)

I appreciate it’s going to be hard to meet those requirements, but if you would be good enough to give it a crack?

Cheers, Ryan

HFX Micro from www.mcubed-store.com - super small and passive cooling that really works ! A bit expensive though ...