Case suggestions

[Ignite]

Ok guys, new here and need advice. I'm looking for a mid size case. Looks have absolutely no importance. I need something that will be able to hold 3 - 4 hard drives... I would also want it to repel as much dust as possible. Thos are the two most important factors. Thanks.

 

[gingo]

The Lian Li cases are nice. They have a rack at the bottom-front of the case for upto 3 hard drives I believe. Right in front of the 2 front intake fans to keep them cool. And some, dunno if all of them, have filters for the front fans. These cases look really nice, and they do cost a little more than normal cases though.

 

[Spacemonkey]

Check these out. http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduct.asp?submit=manufactory&catalog=7&manufactory=1502&DEPA=1
For the money, they are the best.

 

[Ignite]

i need something a bit more specific... any model you can recommend?

 

[ronin1967]

You said 3-4 HDD's that means you are going to be producing some heat, NewEgg has a decent case with some good cooling built in. It's not fancy, but it's cheap. Match it up with a PSU and you should be good to go.

Here is a link:

http://www.newegg.com/app/Showimage...17-15.jpg/11-150-017-12.jpg/11-150-017-11.jpg

and the link to buy it or see the info, it's the first one on the list part MAXTOP CSX-147K2F-GF-USB-GRAY

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProdu...g=7&manufactory=1524&DEPA=1&sortby=14&order=1

 

[Ignite]

You said 3-4 HDD's that means you are going to be producing some heat, NewEgg has a decent case with some good cooling built in. It's not fancy, but it's cheap. Match it up with a PSU and you should be good to go.

Here is a link:

http://www.newegg.com/app/Showimage...17-15.jpg/11-150-017-12.jpg/11-150-017-11.jpg

and the link to buy it or see the info, it's the first one on the list part MAXTOP CSX-147K2F-GF-USB-GRAY

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProdu...g=7&manufactory=1524&DEPA=1&sortby=14&order=1

Would you suggest the Lian-Li PC-65 with it's 4 built in fans instead? It's kinda expensive at $131, but it has space for plenty of HDD's and seems to have some good airflow going. Thanks for the help.

 

[ronin1967]

I use the Lian Li PC-60(one the original to ever be produced), I love it, but it is pricey, the case I suggested has excellent cooling(room for a tons of fans), has the ability to easily mount 4+ HDD's and it's $30 not $130.

 

[IdL3 H@Nd$]

This is the case I have but in silver. At the time they didn't have black on gold otherwise I would have bought it. All I can tell you is this case is not only easy to work on and sturdy as hell, it looks awesome. It looks much better up close than it does on the picture. Did I mention, it has a Motherboard tray...

http://www.newegg.com/app/Showimage.asp?style=album

 

[IdL3 H@Nd$]

I screwed that link up, here is another. It's a bit pricey but I thought it was worth it if looks are important.

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProdu...g=7&manufactory=1633&DEPA=1&sortby=14&order=1

 

[runsalone]

welcome to the forums, IdL3 H@Nd$


peronsally, i just go to the local flea market when they have computer shows. save a lot on shipping that way when purchasing cases, plus you get to actaully see it in person.

 

[IdL3 H@Nd$]

Thanks man. I ran across these boards by accident really. I was searching for XP tweaks and somehow I ended up on this board. Good boards with nice people and good tips.