What is a good case?

[spartanslayer]

I'm trying my first computer build, and I want to get a nice case, with at least 3 fans and easy to work with. I have thought about getting a X-Navigator, and they look pretty good. I'm going to use my own power supply. Does anyone know of any good cases? Thanks!

 

[howard_hopkinso]

Personally I`d recommend Thermaltake cases.

Maybe that`s because I`ve got one lol

Look HERE for more info.

Regards Howard

 

[spartanslayer]

thanks

Thanks, but I've heard that they don't get the best air circualtion. I'm planning on getting some pretty hot components and I dont want a fire. I will check them out though.

 

[howard_hopkinso]

Well all I can say is, I`ve got the XaserIII case which has 7 case fans. 2 front intake filtered. 2 side intake filtered. 2 rear exhaust. 1 top exhaust. All case fans are 80mm.

I`ve never had a problem with overheating while using this case.

In addition to the above fans, My cpu fan is 80mm, and my psu fan is 120mm.

My temps are cpu idle 28°C, and under load 44°C.

Regards Howard

 

[spartanslayer]

sweet!

Sweet, that is awesome and cool (no pun intended)! Two questions, how much did it cost, and were all of those fans installed when you got it? Thanks for replying.

 

[howard_hopkinso]

The seven case fans come with the case. It cost me £110 because it`s made from aluminium. The case doesn`t come with a psu.

Regards Howard

 

[spartanslayer]

wow

Thanks for the pic, it looks sweet. I am not sure how many US dollars euros are. What do the gages at the top do?

 

[howard_hopkinso]

That`s the fan controller, and the cpu temperature read out.

Even with all the fans running at full speed the case is very quiet.

I also like the fact that it comes with keys which you can use to lock/unlock the door. Once the door is locked the power button cannot be operated. Even the side panel locks via a catch behind the door.

Regards Howard

 

[spartanslayer]

Sweet, thanks.