My new case - You only live once?

[Brangwen]

I finally ordered my case. I'm fairly thrilled.

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[NDC]

That's a nice case! Did you buy it like that? How much? And what other colors are available?

[eagle1]

Yeahh!! Ir rocks. It looks really cool. I bet that the system will run cool too. It seems to have enough room for air to circulate properly. Will you post your cpu temps after installing everything?

[Axel]

Wow - does it double as an escape pod?

But seriously - looks pretty cool - and I mean that in all ways......

Love all those fans - now - don't mess it up by trying to save $5 on the CPU heat sink.....

[Sweeper]

Wow - does it double as an escape pod? LOL http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif
That was good.
Nice case. Please post after you get everything installed.

Sweeper

[marc666]

Nice case I'm in the process of modifing my own as soon as its done I'll post some pics

[Brangwen]

Fellow Members:

I ordered my case through an outfit in Austin, TX called Computers Devine Inc (CDI). It has 4 120mm Panaflo fans, a couple 80mm Panaflos (one above 300W PSU <u>and</u> one on top exhaust), and a triple fan bay drive cooler, all with individual on/off fan switches. This full tower is available in literally any color and several price ranges, depending on whether one wants the window (a <u>must have with neon light</u>), castors, airbrushing with some pretty incredible artwork (I did not opt for that), etc.

This case is so roomy (10 or 11 bays) that I figure it will last me a long time. I actually sent a paint sample of the color I wanted to match my den, along with my external drives (e.g., CDRW) so drawers could be painted to match case. As I acquire different external components, CDI will paint them in my color as part of the package. Prices range from 2-4 hundred dollars depending on what you want and your wallet.

I found this company by running a search for Panaflo 120mm fans. I was trying to find the parts I'd need to configure a full size tower with more than adequate cooling for my OC'ed T-Bird system. I was really getting frustrated not finding the appropriate case and fans, and I do not have the where-with-all to mod my own case. Then having to find (hire) a machinist to cut holes, etc., etc., when I could get <u>exactly</u> what I wanted pre-made, well... the rest is history. It may be pricey, but considering the quality, workmanship, components, e.g., fans, PSU, switches, custom painting... I took the hit. Some may think I was foolish to shoot the amount of money I did, but it was less than a CPU, Mobo and memory <u>or</u> a high-end graphics card. And with the airflow I'll be getting, I expect my CPU, Mobo, memory and graphics card to last longer and OC better.

I'll post when I've assembled my components in the case.

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[randy48]

Nice! http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

[CMonster]

That is a cool design - the color is not for me, but "to each his own" as the saying goes.

With that side window it should be really easy to actually see the hamsters at work.

[vfrxsw]

Looks good.

[Brangwen]

vfrxsw:

You're right! I was just about to post their site (http://www.computersdivine.com/main.htm) but you beat me to it!

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[NDC]

Hmmmmm... They don't have just plain white, eh?

[Brangwen]

NDC:

"ha... ha... ha..." http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif Get your digs in now!!!

Brangwen http://www.sysopt.com/forum/wink.gif


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[MiKe85]

Neat case design..

[club_med]

that looks pretty cool, what is it ?.

cm.

[hawkeye177]

I wish mine looked as cool as that.

[invictus1997]

awesome!!! wish i could buy one like that in my country.

[Hawkeye178]

It's um very festive http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif.

Hawkeye178

[jokostel]

getting tear to eyes http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif...
btw, very very nice http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif
jokostel

[club_med]

I think I might order a case like that for my next comp.

Do you think I could send in a picture for them to paint onto the case ?.

Like a wicked manga scene ?.
cm.

[Brangwen]

CM:

I think CDI will do <u>any</u> airbrushed art-scape you desire. Speak with Gabe at their toll free number. Nice guy, good service.

Good choice and good luck!

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[eagle1]

Have you installed your components yet?? Could you post up if it is worth it (the case) or your temps.?

[Warthog]

Very cool case http://www.sysopt.com/forum/smile.gif

Warthog

[mudoggy]

Brangwen,
Well, you paid for a cool case to appease your tastes, and to attract attention. You certainly seem to have done both! LOL

That is a cool case, though. If I had more time and money, I'd do some more mods to my case besides ripping off the sheet metal fan grills and putting in a blow-hole (which did help).

I enjoy you different people "showcasing" (pun intended) your new cases and mods.. it's fun, and I can live vicariously through you until I can find time to waste on mine.

Thanks!

PS I'm still chuckling about the escape pod comment, though.

[Brangwen]

Mudoggy: Thanks!
Warthog: Thanks!

Eagle1: Once the case is filled with my "stuff" I'll be very pleased to post pics. The temps will be quite visible as I have external LED readouts of CPU and System Temps in a top bay. Right now my old case is still enclosing my computer innards, as I must spend time earning money to pay for my <u>show case</u>! http://www.sysopt.com/forum/biggrin.gif

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