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12-08-11, 12:31 PM #12Re: Time for a new case.
Not directly, but sort-of on topic, I am also seeking a new case for my system - aiming for a very small footprint, ideally MicroATX. My current old system is an alienware netbook sized laptop (m11x R1), but with hopes of being able to run bf3, I am seeking to get something more current/powerful (with one of those "smokin' 6950" GPUs).
For my home linux servers I have some Antec minuet cases (mini atx Newegg.com - Antec Minuet350 Piano Black Steel MicroATX Slim Case Computer Case 350W 80PLUS Certified Power Supply), which work well for their limited purpose.
Hoping to go even smaller for the gaming rig, I see antec has this miniatx case: Newegg.com - Antec NSK1380 Black/ Silver Steel MicroATX Cube Computer Case 350W Power Supply .
Are my goals realistic?
Any other feedback?
Could this micro size form factor handle the current video cards? I expect I'd have zero chance of running a pair of video cards ...
thanks for the feedback,
donfede
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12-08-11, 04:35 PM #14Re: Time for a new case.
enf-Jesus its been like 12 minutes and you're already worried about stats?! :-P
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12-09-11, 09:26 PM #18
Re: Time for a new case.
I added a side fan to create a positive pressure air flow in my case. Also added this fan controller:
Newegg.com - Sunbeam PL-RS-6 Rheosmart 6 Fan Controller 5.25" Bay 6 Channel 30W Fan Controller Panel (Black)
It didn't change much on the max temps, but throttles back the fans even more when at idle. Quieter none the less.
Only filtered air is being drawn in, meaning less dust and cat hair. Only a 3 (51) degree C drop in my CPU and 2 (72) degree C in my vcard.
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