Computer Case - recommendations, for and against?

[Kosta 122]

Fragmentum, I was not talking specifically about LianLi case, but rather about the looks.But considering good airflow: I don't care about that much, for me only an outtake is enough, since I have full watercooling, and only need is a slight output to take the little warmth from RAMs and Mainboard out the case. Rest is already outside.Good point from Corey, I would like to know where this goes to.

[Fragmentum 1]

I was of the understanding that positive pressure provides better cooling and minimizes dust buildup inside the case if you have filters on all the intake fans.

Lots of opinions in both negative and positive case pressure camps hereIMHO I would opt for the negative pressure insuring positive airflow through the case, and clean out any excessive dust buildup over time.

[747-fan 19]

I've got an Antec 902 which comes with three fans. Two small fans on the lower front sucking air in, and an oversized big slow speed fan sucking the hot air out on top. Comfortable temperatures on load, no excessive noise. I've got a Noctua DH-14 blowing upwards towards the exit fan on top too. Good cable routing options.

[ZachLW 37]

Lots of opinions in both negative and positive case pressure camps hereIMHO I would opt for the negative pressure insuring positive airflow through the case, and clean out any excessive dust buildup over time.

And my conclusion: Just move fresh, cool air through the case and exhaust the hot spots.

[Ben Cap 89]

And my conclusion: Just move fresh, cool air through the case and exhaust the hot spots.

This was exactly my philosophy when I built my PC and I run nice and chilly!

[Bob Scott 7,732]

 

But considering good airflow: I don't care about that much, for me only an outtake is enough, since I have full watercooling, and only need is a slight output to take the little warmth from RAMs and Mainboard out the case. Rest is already outside.

If "full watercooling" means you have a secondary water block cooling your motherboard's power control circuitry, I could agree with this...but if not, the Vreg section definitely needs a good flow of cool air, especially on highly overclocked systems. It's not uncommon to see temps over 80 deg C on the FET heatsinks on a heavily-loaded mobo. Keeping the power regulation circuitry cool is commonly overlooked, and a good number of those overclocked systems that fail do so as a result of power regulation failure.

[SpiritFlyer 987]

If "full watercooling" means you have a secondary water block cooling your motherboard's power control circuitry, I could agree with this...but if not, the Vreg section definitely needs a good flow of cool air, especially on highly overclocked systems. It's not uncommon to see temps over 80 deg C on the FET heatsinks on a heavily-loaded mobo. Keeping the power regulation circuitry cool is commonly overlooked, and a good number of those overclocked systems that fail do so as a result of power regulation failure.

Makes sense.

[Kosta 122]

Bob, no, unfortunately not, due to the price. I've already thought of it couple of times, and each time I looked at it, I saw some 150€ for two waterblocks and just couldn't deal with myself.But nevertheless, I have no problems running, my inside temp is not high, judging from the outtake by hand (used to be way warmer when I had no WC), my mainboard temp is not very high (I would have to check now exactly how much, but I think it's around 45, can it be?).You are right, I know, though my overclocks, on the past 5 computers which I had with WC were very successful and I had 0 problems with the mainboards.

[ZachLW 37]

If "full watercooling" means you have a secondary water block cooling your motherboard's power control circuitry, I could agree with this...but if not, the Vreg section definitely needs a good flow of cool air, especially on highly overclocked systems. It's not uncommon to see temps over 80 deg C on the FET heatsinks on a heavily-loaded mobo. Keeping the power regulation circuitry cool is commonly overlooked, and a good number of those overclocked systems that fail do so as a result of power regulation failure.

Keeping any of the components besides CPU and GPU cool is often overlooked. Water cooled or otherwise.

[ryanbatc 12,937]

I love my Corsair 650D. Roomy, sleek, good cooling. Superb cable management.

[Kosta 122]

What do bothers me with these awesome cases is that I definitely need 7x 5.25 trays. Without that, I'm doomed.2x2 for HD boxes, 1x for SATA exchange tray, 1x optical, and usually 2x free for the pump, though pump can be fitted on many other places. 1x for the power/reset button.So, a full tower with many 5.25s is a must for me :(

[Ben Cap 89]

So, a full tower with many 5.25s is a must for me :(

I have a close friend with an AZZA case. They are very well built and have great aesthetics.AZZA has some very interesting cases.

[ZachLW 37]

I have a close friend with an AZZA case. They are very well built and have great aesthetics.AZZA has some very interesting cases.

FUGLY

[Ben Cap 89]

FUGLY

I just lol'ed seriously hardcore. LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:LMAO:

[ZachLW 37]

I just lol'ed seriously hardcore. LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :LMAO:

I'm serious! That thing would not be allowed to be near my room! And those cheap hot swaps? YUCK! :bad: