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What To Consider When Buying ATX Cases
When you decide you assemble your own PC there are different factors you have to consider. One of the main points to consider is the ATX case to use. Unlike in earlier times when all computer cases were standard, nowadays one has the power to choose any case he or she prefers. The choice for the ATX cases is determined by personal preference and the intended purpose for the computer. Therefore it is important for one to consider all the related factors such as office space, case material, the type of motherboard and the power supply unit among other factors.
The office or home space at your disposal normally determines the cases size you will opt for. However large cases present many advantages and therefore it is great if you opt for them. For instance, with these cases, the assembly process will be much simpler. The computer will also have better cooling for its interior components. If your office is small then you have to be content with smaller practical cases.
Another important thing that influences the size of the cases is the motherboard type used. This is because different types of motherboards might not fit every case. It is therefore important to check whether the case you are purchasing will be suitable for the motherboard you intend to use. The ATX form factors also play a big role here. Midi and tower form factors are great when you want to build a high-power gaming PC such as those with multiple hard drives. For general purpose PCs micro-ATX cases are perfect. Lastly if you want to build a PC that blends into your office space a Flex ATX is the best choice.
Power supply units determine the case you will go for. Most of the standard cases are equipped with power supply units. However, you can choose one that does not include the unit so as to choose a power supply that suits the power needs of the computer you want to build. This is normally the case with large cases since the smaller ones are meant for building standard PCs that rarely require extra power.
In terms of case material, the common option is a mixture of plastic and steel. However build quality and the cost are directly related. You can also get some sophisticated cases made from a combination of aluminum and plastic instead of steel. These cases are usually lighter hence great if you are normally on the move. The only problem with aluminum cases is that they are prone to vibrations hence they cannot build very quiet PCs.
When choosing the case it is important to think about the cooling factor. Large cases are better since they ensure better cooling. This in turn means the system will be more reliable and the components will last longer. A good example is when you are building a PC with multiple hard drives, a fast processor and a high-end graphics card. In this case you have to choose an ATX case that supports multiple fans.
The design is also important hence it should be ignored. Design includes different factors such as color, shape, complexity and quality. Normally the design quality is determined by the amount you are willing to pay for the case.
Remember, though the design is mostly related to the aesthetic effect of the case, you should ensure that the one you choose does not complicate the assembly process. The interior should also have no rough or sharp edges which might injure you. Considering all these areas during the purchase of the ATX cases will make it easier to get what you are looking for.
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CM Storm Trooper - full tower - ATX $159.99 Cooler Master CM Storm Trooper - Full tower - ATX - no power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - all black - USB/Audio/E-SATA |
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Thermaltake Armor Revo full tower - ATX $193.99 Thermaltake Armor Revo - Full tower - ATX - no power supply - black - USB/Audio/E-SATA |
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Inwin Development / ATX tower full 350w power / EC028T350BL $74.55 Inwin Development - ATX tower full 350w power - EC028T350BL |
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Inwin Development / ATX tower full 450w power / IW-C589T.CQ450TBL $101.75 Inwin Development - ATX tower full 450w power - IW-C589T.CQ450TBL |
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Antec Lanboy Air Yellow No Power Supply ATX Full Tower Case $218.1 Antec Lanboy Air Yellow No Power Supply ATX Full Tower Case |
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HAF 932 Advanced - full tower - extended ATX $161.99 Cooler Master HAF 932 Advanced - Full tower - extended ATX - no power supply ( EPS12V/ PS/2 ) - black - USB/FireWire/Audio/E-SATA |
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Thermaltake Level 10 GT - full tower - extended ATX $295.99 Thermaltake Level 10 GT - Full tower - extended ATX - no power supply ( PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio/E-SATA |
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Thermaltake Armor Revo Snow Edition - full tower - ATX $196.99 Thermaltake Armor Revo Snow Edition - Full tower - ATX - no power supply ( PS/2 ) - black white - USB/Audio/E-SATA |
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WDESTINY-Extreme Series Dragon Rider - full tower - extended ATX $178.99 IN WIN DESTINY-Extreme Series Dragon Rider - Full tower - extended ATX - no power supply ( ATX12V/ PS/2 ) - USB/FireWire/Audio/E-SATA |
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Full Tower - Extended ATX $204.99 The much anticipated HAF X arrives as the flagship of the popular HAF (High Air Flow) series. Designed for performance systems this chassis is able to house today's latest an |
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Corsair Memory / Corsair Case CC800DW Obsidian 800D Full Tower Chassis ATX No PSU Black Retail / CC800DW $361.79 Corsair Memory - Corsair Case CC800DW Obsidian 800D Full Tower Chassis ATX No PSU Black Retail - CC800DW |
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ThermalTake Element V nVIDIA Edition VL200L1W2Z No PS ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) $271 ThermalTake Element V nVIDIA Edition VL200L1W2Z No PS ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) |
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Cooler Master Haf 932 Advanced RC-932-KKN5-GP No PS ATX Full Tower Case $207.5 Cooler Master Haf 932 Advanced RC-932-KKN5-GP No PS ATX Full Tower Case |
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Cooler Master Haf X RC-942-KKN1 Black Steel & Plastic ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) RC942KKN1 $247.2 Cooler Master Haf X RC-942-KKN1 Black Steel & Plastic ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) RC942KKN1 |
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Cooler Master Cosmos II RC-1200-KKN1 No Power Supply ATX Full Tower Case (Midnight Black) $464.26 Cooler Master Cosmos II RC-1200-KKN1 No Power Supply ATX Full Tower Case (Midnight Black) |
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Cooler Master CM Storm Trooper SGC-5000-KKN1 ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) $208.5 Cooler Master CM Storm Trooper SGC-5000-KKN1 ATX Full Tower Gaming Case (Black) |
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Athenatech / ATX Tower Black / A3708BS $61 Athenatech - ATX Tower Black - A3708BS |
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Corsair Obsidian Series ATX Full-Tower Case $279.99 Equipped with 11 drive bays for adding optical and hard drives, 7 expansion slots for graphics card expansion and front-panel USB, FireWire and audio ports for connecting peripherals, this full-tower case makes it easy to design your own custom computer. |
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VSK-1000 - mid tower - ATX $62.99 Antec VSK-1000 - Mid tower - ATX - no power supply - USB/Audio |
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Antec / Antec Case DF-85 Dark Fleet Gamer ATX Full Tower 3x5.25 External/9x3.5 Internal Bays USB HD Audio Black / DF-85 $182.18 Antec - Antec Case DF-85 Dark Fleet Gamer ATX Full Tower 3x5.25 External/9x3.5 Internal Bays USB HD Audio Black - DF-85 |
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Cooler Master USA / CoolerMaster Case HAF X ATX FULL TOWER NO PS 6/0/(5) USB AUDIO IEEE eSATA Black WINDOW / RC-942-KKN1 $233.1 Cooler Master USA - CoolerMaster Case HAF X ATX FULL TOWER NO PS 6/0/(5) USB AUDIO IEEE eSATA Black WINDOW - RC-942-KKN1 |
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Antec / Antec Case Eleven Hundred XL-ATX Full Tower 3/2/(6) USB No PS Black Retail / ELEVEN HUNDRED $142.06 Antec - Antec Case Eleven Hundred XL-ATX Full Tower 3/2/(6) USB No PS Black Retail - ELEVEN HUNDRED |
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Cooler Master USA / CoolerMaster COSMOS II ATX FULL TOWER NO PS 3 0 (13) BAY USB3.0 SATA BK ALUMINUM / RC-1200-KKN1 $413.89 Cooler Master USA - CoolerMaster COSMOS II ATX FULL TOWER NO PS 3 0 (13) BAY USB3.0 SATA BK ALUMINUM - RC-1200-KKN1 |
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Cooler Master USA / CoolerMaster Case RC-932-KKN1-GP ATX Full Tower Fans without PSU USB2.0 Black Retail / RC-932-KKN1-GP $194.97 Cooler Master USA - CoolerMaster Case RC-932-KKN1-GP ATX Full Tower Fans without PSU USB2.0 Black Retail - RC-932-KKN1-GP |
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Zalman GS1000 SE - Full Tower - Extended ATX. Each $190.74 Manufacturer: Zalman USA. Each. GS1000 SE is a full tower case armed with expandability and convenience. It is designed for optimal airflow on both intake and exhaust. Form Factor: Full tower Dimensions (WxDxH): 10.2 in x 25.2 in x 22.4 in Weight: 38.4 l |
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Elite 361 - mini tower - ATX $51.99 Cooler Master Elite 361 - Mini tower - ATX - power supply 350 Watt ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Elite 430 - mid tower - ATX $47.99 Cooler Master Elite 430 - Mid tower - ATX - no power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Thermaltake DOKKER mid tower - ATX $69.99 Thermaltake DOKKER - Mid tower - ATX - no power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Elite 361 - mid tower - ATX $41.99 Cooler Master Elite 361 - Mid tower - ATX - no power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Elite 370 - mid tower - ATX $47.99 Cooler Master Elite 370 - Mid tower - ATX - power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Elite 371 - mid tower - ATX $42.99 Cooler Master Elite 371 - Mid tower - ATX - no power supply ( ATX / PS/2 ) - black - USB/Audio |
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Zalman USA / ATX Mid Tower Enclosure / Z11 $73.19 Zalman USA - ATX Mid Tower Enclosure - Z11 |
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In Win C589T System Cabinet $183.96 ATX tower full 450w power |
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Zalman GS1000 - Full Tower - Extended ATX. Each $220.14 Manufacturer: Zalman USA. Each. The GS1000 is designed for optimal airflow on both intake and exhaust. Vented front HDD door allows cool air to enter helps cool the drivers. The ventilated floor panel helps cool the PSU and other components. The top vent |
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Inwin Development EC028T350BL ATX 350W System Cabinet Full Tower Power $91.52 Form Factor: Fulltower. Power Supply Wattage: 350 W. Number of Power Supplies Support: 1. Motherboard Support: ATX. Interfaces/Ports: eSATA Rear 2 x USB 2.0 USB. Number of External 5.25 Bays: 4. Number of External 3.5 Bays: 1. Number of Internal 3.5 Bays: 5. Number of Total Bays: 10. Number of Expansion Slots: 7. Dimensions: 17.5 x 7.1 x 16 . |
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Cooler Master HAF X Ultimate Full-Tower Chassis $184.99 This full-tower chassis is compatible with ATX, micro ATX and EATX motherboards and USB 3.0 devices for easy connectivity. With support and cooling for graphics cards, CPUs and motherboards, the 3 fans ensure massive airflow for installed components. |
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Inwin Development IWC583TD400TBL Atx Tower Full 400W 80+ Power $132.56 Technical Information:. Motherboard support: ATX. Number of fans support: 1. Bays:. Number of external 5.25 bays: 3. Number of external 3.5 bays: 2. Number of internal 3.5 bays: 3. Number of total bays: 8. I/O Expansions:. Number of expansion slots: 7. Interfaces/Ports:. Front usb: Yes. Front audio in: Yes. Front audio out: Yes. Interfaces/ports: 1 x audio out front. Physical Characteristics:. Form factor: Midtower. Dimensions: 16.65 Height x 7.48 Width x 17.13 Depth. |
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IN WIN Dragon Rider Black Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case $134.99 Inspired by the medieval age, Dragon Rider is designed to protect your components same way as the rider maneuvers his dragon to protect his castle. With elegance, power and control firmly in its grasp, the Dragon Rider is designed to protect and cool even the most demanding of components. Enveloped totally in black, the dark design is only punctuated with bolts of striking yellow to create a subtle but distinct appearance. The unique side panel shield design creates the necessary space for tidy cable routing and mu With Power Supply: No Power Supply Mounted: Bottom External 5.25" Drive Bays: 5 External 3.5" Drive Bays: No, Includes FDD Cage x1(5.25" converted into 3.5") Internal 3.5" Drive Bays: 6 Internal 2.5" Drive Bays: 1 Front Ports: 1. e-SATA×2 2. IEEE 1394A×1(FireWire) 3. USB 2.0 x 2 4. HD/AC’97 Audio 5. USB 3.0 x 2 Motherboard Compatibility: Micro ATX / ATX / Extended ATX |


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