Benssax
02-07-2003, 01:43 PM
This case looks great for the money
http://www.cmicomputer.com/cgi-bin/quikstore.cgi?product=cs8640&detail=yes
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http://www.cmicomputer.com/cgi-bin/quikstore.cgi?product=cs8640&detail=yes
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killer_teddy
02-07-2003, 01:54 PM
Indeed dont know how much you would want to trust the PSU though.
rangeral
02-07-2003, 02:09 PM
Ditto, a quality psu would cost more than the case, nice looking though.
Brytak
02-07-2003, 06:01 PM
what's wrong with buying a basic tower and 500watt psu and opening the mofo up....some perspex on the side pannels an extra fan and purple and pink fluresent tubes powered via the psu...
someday i'll get round to it!!:x :x :x :x :x
someday i'll get round to it!!:x :x :x :x :x
landwire
02-07-2003, 06:13 PM
For those in California, the January issue of CCN had a cover article talking about modding. The cases on the front cover, blows this one out of the water. I will admit it does have a good look for a starter system.
Giblet Plus!
02-07-2003, 11:57 PM
I'm not a big fan of the "X" window and plastic front style premod cases. :p
Jimstep
02-08-2003, 05:18 AM
A 400Watt PSU should be large enough for a midsize case...
Brytak
02-08-2003, 01:14 PM
Originally posted by Jimstep
A 400Watt PSU should be large enough for a midsize case...
to quote tim allen "MORE POWER AHR! AHR! AHR! "
A 400Watt PSU should be large enough for a midsize case...
to quote tim allen "MORE POWER AHR! AHR! AHR! "
strat1
02-08-2003, 01:32 PM
Originally posted by Giblet Plus!
I'm not a big fan of the "X" window and plastic front style premod cases. :p
Ditto!
I like one Big window:D
I'm not a big fan of the "X" window and plastic front style premod cases. :p
Ditto!
I like one Big window:D
BiG MiKeY
02-08-2003, 11:36 PM
Originally posted by strat1
Ditto!
I like one Big window:D
how bout a clear case ???
Ditto!
I like one Big window:D
how bout a clear case ???
killer_teddy
02-09-2003, 07:37 PM
I think there are many articles on building a completely transparent case. I want one so much.
killer_teddy
02-09-2003, 07:45 PM
Here we go.
Jimstep
02-09-2003, 10:20 PM
Interesting case. I've never seen a transparent case before.
_Mystical_Night
02-09-2003, 11:25 PM
it looks like the death-star window on the tie-fighters from star wars movies
illroot
02-10-2003, 04:16 AM
Can't anyone in the PC world design a good looking case? I think this is where PC case makers should take a good hard look (dare I say it) Macs.
I'm really tired of these big metal bolt looking type things with windows in the side. You all know what I'm talking about...
Lets see some truly different cases with some sense of design to them.
I'm really tired of these big metal bolt looking type things with windows in the side. You all know what I'm talking about...
Lets see some truly different cases with some sense of design to them.
Neofate
02-10-2003, 07:34 AM
This case looks great to me!
However, for the price you can be fairly certain that the supposed "400w" Powersupply isn't of the best quality. The powersupply will most likely be just fine for a "stock" system that doesn't include heavy case cooling and overclocking that a large majority that read these forums partake in.
I see quite a few people bashing the "looks" of this case, however we all have to keep in mind that beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder. For a specific example, the gentleman who referred to macs, as being a superior design that would be a nice template for currrent case manufacturers to take into engineering consideration, has a very different opinion and outlook of what "looks good". Personally I think most of the macintosh cases are quite frankly ugly.
Now, the point of case creativity was brought up, and it is a most valid point. I do agree that a large majority of case manufacturers have gotten into what I would call a "pop" or "fad" design trend that is causing many cases to be very similar in design and in turn results in very little original design.
However, if you are truely interested in originality and creativity then I would suppose one could buy a fairly generic case that has "potential" to be individually modified to suit their specific tastes.
If you purchase this case, and are planning on putting a good bit of load to the power supply (numerous cooling configurations, and the always fun and interesting overclocking aspects) please plan on putting aside the money to purchase a high quality power-supply that will most likely cost as much, if not more, than the case itself.
There are a few things one should never skimp out on, the PSU, RAM, CPU, and Motherboard. (Everyone will have their variations) but I think most would agree that these previously mentioned components should be considered top-priority.
Most importantly, Have fun, and be safe!
However, for the price you can be fairly certain that the supposed "400w" Powersupply isn't of the best quality. The powersupply will most likely be just fine for a "stock" system that doesn't include heavy case cooling and overclocking that a large majority that read these forums partake in.
I see quite a few people bashing the "looks" of this case, however we all have to keep in mind that beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder. For a specific example, the gentleman who referred to macs, as being a superior design that would be a nice template for currrent case manufacturers to take into engineering consideration, has a very different opinion and outlook of what "looks good". Personally I think most of the macintosh cases are quite frankly ugly.
Now, the point of case creativity was brought up, and it is a most valid point. I do agree that a large majority of case manufacturers have gotten into what I would call a "pop" or "fad" design trend that is causing many cases to be very similar in design and in turn results in very little original design.
However, if you are truely interested in originality and creativity then I would suppose one could buy a fairly generic case that has "potential" to be individually modified to suit their specific tastes.
If you purchase this case, and are planning on putting a good bit of load to the power supply (numerous cooling configurations, and the always fun and interesting overclocking aspects) please plan on putting aside the money to purchase a high quality power-supply that will most likely cost as much, if not more, than the case itself.
There are a few things one should never skimp out on, the PSU, RAM, CPU, and Motherboard. (Everyone will have their variations) but I think most would agree that these previously mentioned components should be considered top-priority.
Most importantly, Have fun, and be safe!
illroot
02-24-2003, 12:57 AM
True, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I guess i'm just not feelin' the designs of most cases out there. Here are some other case examples that I feel are nicely designed. Sony's Rz series desktop,also the Sony with the smalll digital display on the front, some of the Gateway cases (can't think of the models) and some of the HP cases. Of course, to get those cases you have to buy their computer which I wouldn't even consider.
Macs are a different issue entirely. Have you ever really ever looked at a mac case. Sure, you may not tlike the 4 handle thing but check out the seal they put between the door and the case.Keeps dirt out and things quiet. Also, the motherboard on the swingout door, that's f**kin' genius. Tell me most PC users wouldn't want that feature. The way the inside of that case is laid out shows that they really thought about it.
But this is just one users opinion. Different strokes for different folks...
Macs are a different issue entirely. Have you ever really ever looked at a mac case. Sure, you may not tlike the 4 handle thing but check out the seal they put between the door and the case.Keeps dirt out and things quiet. Also, the motherboard on the swingout door, that's f**kin' genius. Tell me most PC users wouldn't want that feature. The way the inside of that case is laid out shows that they really thought about it.
But this is just one users opinion. Different strokes for different folks...
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