Need Case Recommendations

[MAG00]

I would really appreciate some case recommendations. Below is a list of the components I will be installing. The case will be sitting in a computer armoire so I would think that good cooling would be a concern. I can't fit a very large tower...would probably need a mid-tower. Price range would be between $50 to $100. Appearance wise...the only thing I would prefer would be black or silver/grey. Not looking for something flashy; just something that is quality built, easy to install parts and cools well.

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 Conroe 2.4GHz LGA 775 Processor Model BX80557E6600 - Retail

Motherboard: ASUS P5B-E LGA 775 Intel P965 Express ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Does anybody see any problems or suggestions with this motherboard?)

Memory: CORSAIR ValueSelect 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 667 (PC2 5300) Desktop Memory Model VS2GBKIT667D2 - Retail

Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3320620AS (Perpendicular Recording Technology) 320GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM

Video Card: EVGA 256-P2-N541-T2 GeForce 7600GS 256MB GDDR2 PCI Express x16 Video Card - Retail

CD/DVD: LITE-ON 16X DVD±R DVD Burner with 12X DVD-RAM Write and Replaceable White Front Panel Black SATA Model SH-16A7S-06 - Retail

Card Reader: Rosewill RCR-102 52-in-1 USB 2.0 Card Reader with color Black - Retail

SILVERSTONE ST50EF-Plus ATX 12V 2.2 500W Power Supply - Retail

Thanks for all the help.

[hitchface]

Antec makes a good number of mid-sized towers with good cooling and decent looks.

[glc]

Look at the Antec Sonata II. It even comes with a decent 450 watt PSU.

[MAG00]

I read where there were mixed reviews on the Antec Sonata PSU, but I also read on here that Antec PSU are good.

What about this Cooler Master case? (http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16811119068) It seems to have good reviews on newegg.com

Can you suggest any other specific cases?

Thanks in advance.

[flanzig1]

Probably should get some measurements of the space the case is going in to make sure the case you get will fit.

[chuck4456]

Very good case. Plenty of space. Good ventilation. Just used one. The only thing that I changed was replacing the 80mm front fan with a 120. The CM that is.

[bd1886]

I agree on the Cooler Master case. Have seen several builds with that one and it's nice.

[mojo]

If you already have a nice power supply picked out (and you do) look at the antec solo. It's a subtle, beautiful case that has excellent cooling and is very quiet.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811129018

Depite what the shiny picture looks like, it's all black (including the top) except for the silver front panel.

Here's a picture of it in real life.

http://www.pcmech.com/fullimage.php?image=5145

[DarkPacMan77]

For great cooling I'd suggest the p180

[Mr.Ferrari]

Coolermaster, Aerocool, Chenming, and Lian Li are a few quality, cooling minded names..as well.

[bd1886]

Get those measurements to us. Lots of good suggestions being made.

[akira]

I really like the Akasa Eclipse 62 case (http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-005-AK). It's got a front mounted PCI slot, mobo tray, loads and loads of room. A bit pricey over here in the UK but I plan to get one for my new build.

[glc]

I highly doubt the P180 will fit in a hutch. That's a BIG case.

[akira]

Oh yes, I likes 'em big alright! :D

Seriosuly though, I just love loads of room in a case, even the El Cheapo Alpine EZ Cool (http://www.aria.co.uk/Products/Components/Cases/MIDI+Tower/+Alpine+EZ+Cool+Midi+Black+EC-7103H?productId=14899) I have at the moment is nice and roomy. Combine this with some additional ventilation paraphernalia and a lovely modular PSU and I can look forward to a superb roomy, cool and tidy case innard. Hoorah!

[glc]

akira, please don't hijack the thread. Thank you. The OP is looking for a good case to fit in a hutch, replies must take this into consideration. If you want to discuss YOUR case, please start your own thread.