Slim case build

[birddog_61]

I am building a computer for a company that my mother works for, there requirements were as fast as possible and fit in a slim case. I bought a i5-2400 from microcenter for $155 and a asus p8h67-m evo for $99. I am looking for a good slim case to fit this in with enough cooling and power, the computer gets used for a week at a time about 3 times a year in a dusty environment. I am looking at this case.
Newegg.com - Sentey Slim Series SS1-2422 Flex Slim Case 450w 2x Fan/ 2 x USB / Piano Black Paint / Micro ATX
I just wanted to know if yall think this case will be ok, or if not what yall would recommend?

[birddog_61]

LOL apparently you guys know as much about slim case's as I do. I think I am going to give that one a shot and see how it goes.

[Khalil]

Most of know enough not to recommend a slim case!

[Staren]

Generally the view around here is that a case is a case. Slim cases aren't used that often so we don't have known good recommendations to give out unfortunately. One thing I would suggest is that since you said a dusty environment, I would spend the $3 it would cost to buy fan screens to keep the bulk of the crud out. I'd also strongly suggest that they power it on from time to time to get air flow going and let moving and electrical parts cycle a few times. Better yet probably, find something for it to do and let it sit on.

Come to think of it, rather then a slim case, what would they say to one of the small box cases like a Shuttle? Still small, but much more regularly tested by users.

[birddog_61]

Originally Posted by Khalil Most of know enough not to recommend a slim case!

I did not recommend the slim case to them, that's what they had before and they like it. I wanted to use a mini tower like this
Newegg.com - APEVIA X-QBOII X-QBOII-NW-AL/500 Black / Silver SECC Steel MicroATX Mini Tower Computer Case 500W Power Supply
But it wasn't small enough for them. If yall know of any good stores to look for a case in the slim style I would appreciate it, I really don't like the selection newegg has to offer.

[birddog_61]

Originally Posted by Staren Generally the view around here is that a case is a case. Slim cases aren't used that often so we don't have known good recommendations to give out unfortunately. One thing I would suggest is that since you said a dusty environment, I would spend the $3 it would cost to buy fan screens to keep the bulk of the crud out. I'd also strongly suggest that they power it on from time to time to get air flow going and let moving and electrical parts cycle a few times. Better yet probably, find something for it to do and let it sit on. Come to think of it, rather then a slim case, what would they say to one of the small box cases like a Shuttle? Still small, but much more regularly tested by users.

Great Idea on the cube case, I found this one and I like it pretty well.
Newegg.com - APEVIA X-QPACK2-NW-BK/500 Black Aluminum Body/ Front Mask MicroATX Desktop Computer Case 500W Power Supply

What do yall think of that case? I will see if that is still small enough.

[glc]

Apevia cases are decent, but their power supplies are garbage.

How about this one? I know it isn't cheap, but the quality cannot be beat:

Newegg.com - LIAN LI PC-V351B Black Aluminum MicroATX Desktop Computer Case

If you aren't going to be using a video card, you don't need a powerhouse PSU. I like this one:

Newegg.com - Antec EarthWatts Green EA-430D Green 430W Continuous power ATX12V v2.3 / EPS 12V 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply

EDIT: Here's a slim case that comes with an acceptable power supply:

Newegg.com - Antec Minuet350 Piano Black Steel MicroATX Slim Case Computer Case 350W 80PLUS Certified Power Supply

The rest of the slims on Newegg come with questionable units.

[jdeb]

Slim cases are a real role of the dice. My experience is that most of them do not support the height of the CPU heatsink/fan, so you normally have to buy a specialized low profile CPU heatsink/fan. Today, slim cases are traditionally designed for the ION boards. Before you purchase, consider the power supply form factor, make sure it is not proprietary and you can reasonably replace it without jumping through hoops.

The case you are looking at appears to support stock intel coolers but the power supply may be an issue, although the manufacture lists a part number you may consider calling them to make sure they are readily available, not sure on the form factor

[birddog_61]

Originally Posted by glc Apevia cases are decent, but their power supplies are garbage. How about this one? I know it isn't cheap, but the quality cannot be beat: Newegg.com - LIAN LI PC-V351B Black Aluminum MicroATX Desktop Computer Case If you aren't going to be using a video card, you don't need a powerhouse PSU. I like this one: Newegg.com - Antec EarthWatts Green EA-430D Green 430W Continuous power ATX12V v2.3 / EPS 12V 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply EDIT: Here's a slim case that comes with an acceptable power supply: Newegg.com - Antec Minuet350 Piano Black Steel MicroATX Slim Case Computer Case 350W 80PLUS Certified Power Supply The rest of the slims on Newegg come with questionable units.

I was looking at the antec minuet before, but I don't know about the power supply. Every PSU calc I have used says I will be using 306 watts and that is awful close to that PSU's max. I will be using the on board graphics, I guess I can find one without a PSU and install the one you suggested.

[glc]

350 is plenty as long as its a decent quality PSU. The 350 in the Minuet is dual +12v rail with 18 amps on each, it doesn't get much better than that.

[birddog_61]

Originally Posted by glc 350 is plenty as long as its a decent quality PSU. The 350 in the Minuet is dual +12v rail with 18 amps on each, it doesn't get much better than that.

Alright glc I am going to give it a shot, but if it doesn't work I expect you to take full responsibility. I think it will work fine, if its not enough power then I will replace the PSU with a larger one since it takes a standard atx unit. Anyway thanks for all the help everyone I appreciate it.