Custom-Built Computers
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Interface and compatibility
The interface for most cases today is "ATX". This means the case can accommodate an ATX power supply and motherboard. A good quality case should have good access and connectability for components using the least amount of screws. A good case can be used again and again so getting a better quality case is well worth it.
Cabinets (Cases) come in many Sizes.
Full Tower ATX:
The advantage of a Full Tower is the room you have when placing components. There is less chance component interference and better heat dissipation.
This is the:
Corsair Obsidian Series 900D Case - Full Tower, 9x 3.5" Bays, 4x 5.25" Bays, 3x Hot-Swap Bays, 10x Expansion Slots, 3x 120mm Fans, 1x 140mm Fans, 4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, - CC-9011022-WW
And Room for 2 power supplies.
The smaller Mid Tower can accommodate most Customizing Computer needs.
This is the:
Apevia X-Dreamer 4 Metal Case with Side Window-Green X-DREAMER4-GNStandard ATX / Micro ATX
4x5.25" / 1x3.5"/2.5" (hot-swap) / 4x3.5" (hidden) / 1x2.5" (hidden)
2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x HD Audio
with 1 x LCD Temperature . Its front and side panel make it a "Cool Looking Machine".
Micro Tower ATX
Mini-ITX
The is the PC-AL09 Blue Demon
This case can accommodate an ITX/M-ATX mother board
1 Hard drive and SSD or 2 PCS of SSD (Solid State Drive).
Since room is tight, consideration must be given for the size of your components for correct fit and cooling.
Tight fit needs good planning.
Check out this site for an example of detail information.
There should be at least 1 fan for your case. It is highly recommended that you use 2 fans. One that blows air in and one that blows air out. Effective ventilation is absolutely necessary if your computer is to run fast without failure.
Consult your motherboard and graphics card specification for ventilation needs.
Also
Read the Reviews and Customer Q&A on the product you select. Knowledge is Power!
