Case Suggestions

[Glenn9999]

Does anyone have any suggestions for a good quality professional (business style) case? Basically something that isn't a pre-modded case, but something that would pass muster in a business environment?

 

[gbaughma]

I just finished building a Home Theater PC. The same manufacturer that made my HTPC case (Zalman) also makes regular cases, and I can personally vouch for the excellent workmanship.



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[paparazi]

The Rolls Royce of cases is Lian-Li. They are beautiful, functional, exceptional well built and are understated ie: quality not bling!
I have a black V1000 plus
You really need to see and touch one to realize the difference compared to other brands.

http://lian-li.com/main.htm

Martin

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[wahnula]

Yes, Lian-Li makes an awesome case, best in the business, but $$$. Coolermaster's Centurion is also a good, more affordable choice. Passing muster in the business world usually means a black or beige (yuck) case, "piano" finishes (shiny paint) are popular now.

It really comes down to what you like, buy what you like or you will be forced to like what you buy. The only PSU-included cases I would look at are made by Antec. Most bundled PSUs are not that good.

Also, try to get a look at the case in person. I have bought many a fugly case that looked great on the website!

Tony

 

[ceh4702]

Any basic black case will do like Fortron, Antec, or generic. I am guessing a business case could be black or black and silver. Most places dont like server style with the door covered, but I like that style better. At work I have not copied and disks in a long time because I mostly work on the network. May not even need a floppy. For the price of a floopy you could throw in a free Flash thumb drive and a USB port.

If you do not like my post feel free to point out your opinion or my errors.

 

[Glenn9999]

one question about black or other colors: How tough is it to get matching drive plates/bezels for existing beige drives?

 

[JimInKS]

I have been using Inwin cases for business systems.
I find they have (for the price) very good power supplies.

My current favorite is the IW-Z583T. The case is easy to work on and a tooless design. My only complaint is I don't really like the plastic release tabs used on the side covers. Newegg link is:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811108037

This is a mini tower, there is also a mid tower case and you can get it in black if you like.

I usually don't need the air flow produced by the included case fan and replace it with a quieter fan from Arctic:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16835186122

 

[paparazi]

Glenn9999, Lian-Li offer a full sellection of original Aluminium bezels silver, black or beige to perfectly match their own cases.
I think some of the better alternatives do the same ie: Coolermaster, Thermaltake.
Martin



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[PyroTyger]

Glenn9999, the issue of bezels is not often a big one. A lot of optical drives come with an interchangeable selection of black or beige bezels in the box (sometimes silver too), or are sold in black/beige varieties. If this is really of concern to you then go with a case that has a door but still has access to USB ports and such on the front.

Regarding cases, bear in mind that in a business environment one of the most important things to be aware of is NOISE! This can become incredibly distracting and will damage your concentration & productivity. You want to eliminate this as far as possible in choosing your components of course, but a good case will help a long way. Check out

http://www.quietpc.com

for advice on what works and, if you can't find the products elsewhere, a decent online shop.