Build your own computer case with the Aerocool Dream Box

Shawn Knight

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Selecting the perfect PC case can often seem like an exercise in futility. While there's no shortages of options to choose from, finding one that appeals to your taste, accommodates your hardware and physically fits where you want to use it isn't as easy as it sounds. Worse yet, all of that hard work may go out the window if you move, switch to a watercooling setup or change form factors.

If you've ever found yourself in this situation (and you like to build things), the Dream Box from Aerocool may be worth a look.

The Dream Box is a DIY case in the truest form. The starter kit comes with 188 components – an assortment of joints, pipes, brackets, metal beams, an I/O port, PSU bracket and more – that allow you to build a chassis that's limited only by your imagination.

In fact, you don't even have to build a computer case as Aerocool suggests all sorts of things such as coat hangers, toys, a table, lamps and more. Think of it as a grown-up version of an Erector Set.

While the kit offers a ton of flexibility, it notably doesn't include any sort of panels. If you've got young kids or curious pets, this could certainly pose a problem. I imagine it wouldn't be too difficult to carve up some custom panels but of course, that requires extra time, money and effort.

The Aerocool Dream Box retails for $150.

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But it is all about distinguishing yourself from the competitors! Dream box - this dream gives me nightmares
 
I guess if you had a box to start... Then added the internal hardware....
Panels could been sectional allowing a diversity.
 
This is going to be another failed BYO computer case. This is the most barebones kit I've ever seen. I hope they are selling this at entry level case pricing.
 
And I'm just sitting here waiting for the day that all PC components plug into a case like NES cartridges. Why are we still using bare-bones design tech from the 80's with fully exposed circuit boards??
 
And I'm just sitting here waiting for the day that all PC components plug into a case like NES cartridges. Why are we still using bare-bones design tech from the 80's with fully exposed circuit boards??
Probably because it makes enthusiasts feel smarter? *braces for impact*
No, but really though, dont tell me people would be nearly as impressed with the hobby if it were just cartridges, and thats part of the whole appeal to alot of people
 
And I'm just sitting here waiting for the day that all PC components plug into a case like NES cartridges. Why are we still using bare-bones design tech from the 80's with fully exposed circuit boards??
A lot of the new mainboards are covered.

I don't understand the hype behind a motherboard with a shield. I recently built an X99 system, and the Asus motherboard I initially chose (for reviews, specs, etc) I changed up because the "motherboard armor" stuff is ugly as sin.
 
Not sure if serious or some kind of joke, of wait $150 is a very serious price for some pieces of extruded aluminum and injection molded plastic connectors. The cost to produce something like this is astronomically low, if only the price reflected that, $50, that's about the most this should cost. No fans, no panels, no ability to manage the wires. And WTF? Are they seriously supporting the drives from only one side? With cheap plastic looking hose clamp things no less holding all the components to the frame?
 
If I had the money to buy the LEGOs I would so make a case out of them, but the amount of LEGOs needed makes my wallet scared.

flea markets, my boy ... lots and lots of flea markets and don't overlook those all too valuable yard sales!
 
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