Hi Adam,
Computer cases are like men and women. They are available in various sizes,
shapes and colors, with extra features and options available. Most will have
a minimum rated power supply matching the case capacity and some suppliers
(Directron for one) have an option for upgrade. Based on your plan and in
addition to it being compatible with the CPU and motherboard you plan to
use, I would recommend the following as a minimum:
1. 400 watt power supply with appropriate connectors for the following.
2. Four 5.25" drive bays.
3. Six 3.5" drive bays (two external).
4. Seven expansion slots in the rear.
5. Two case fans.
6. Though not required, a handy feature would be front USB2.0, IEEE1394 and
audio ports.
You can find a case with the above fairly easy and you won't have to
mortgage the house. Here are three online stores I've used. Customer service
is good and shipping is prompt and reasonable at all three. Good luck...
Directron.Com
http://www.directron.com/index.html
Comp-U-Plus
http://www.compuplus.com/
TigerDirect.Com
http://www.tigerdirect.com/
Sven Swanson, Sr.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Adam Favre" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 2004 11:29 PM
Subject: [PCBUILD] Decent Computer Case That Includes Power Supply
Is there such an animal? I have been shopping New Egg for my system and
notice some cases come with. I know these can be questionable, so which
ones (in your experiences) is the most passable. I understand I may need to
upgrade the supply, but if I find one with that is at least servicable to
start, that would be good. Video card not powered, but will be running 1
hard drive, two optical drives, 1 3.5 floppy and, at some point, a SATARAID
setup. Will be running an Athlon 3200+ with non factory heat sink and fan
for future overclocking possiblities, though not at first.
Any advice or other reputable distrubtors I should investigate?
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