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| 161078 | 2003-07-19 06:16:00 | I'm interested in getting my PC cased 'modded' . Along the lines of a window, or two, with (maybe) neon lights . Can someone tell me which is best way to do it - get my current case cut etc (not by me, but by someone who knows what they are doing), or buy a case that's already been cut, and has a window installed with neon lights, etc etc? What's the best website/s (preferrably local/NZ) to look at for advice, ideas regarding this? cheers, caffy |
caffy (2665) | ||
| 161079 | 2003-07-19 06:36:00 | I know coolcases does case modding and i think stylespc.com also do it. You can buy premodded cases from shops with the likes of windows and blowhole already in them. They dont normally come with Neons but i have seen them with neon fan thingys. you can either buy a premodded case adn stick in some neons or get someone else to do the whole job for you with a case of your choice. http://www.coolcases.co.nz/ http://www.stylespc.com personally i'd buy a case and have someone else put in the windows. then add the fans and neons myself. that way u are garenteed of an individaul case. |
Pete O'Neil (250) | ||
| 161080 | 2003-07-19 06:46:00 | Thanks for that, few more questions - if i buy a pre-modded case, would i have to move all the components inside the case to the new one, or are the 'panels' easily removed and swapped for the new modded ones. I mean, like a case is really frames with panels on them isn't it? and the components inside are attached to the frames? Secondly, is one window enough? is two windows overdoing it? |
caffy (2665) | ||
| 161081 | 2003-07-19 07:44:00 | Hi. If you're not to keen on removing all the parts from one case, and putting them in a new case, I'd go with cutting out the side and putting a window in. You're probably better off doing it this way anyway, its not that hard to install lights inside. Also, some PC shps sell side panels with windows in them by themselves (just the panel/window) and then you just have to swap them over (however, check its the right size etc). Check out http://www.overclockers.co.nz - they have a few items for sale, and a forum with ALOT of info on case modding. (also, I have a dealer's account with them, so if you do want to buy something from them, i would be able to do it cheaper) Also, have you looked at cold cathodes lights instead of neon? They are supposed to be better than neon's - just look around on the web. And the number of windows - only get one, unless you wnat to look at a metal panel (on whcih your Motherboard sits on - have a look inside your case) however, people do put windows on the top panel - i think this is overboard tho! |
fergie (424) | ||
| 161082 | 2003-07-19 08:16:00 | i've heard some dicksmith stores sells these kind of things, and some other stores can actually "sell" u a computer system inside ur case of choice, for a little bit extra... | csinclair83 (200) | ||
| 161083 | 2003-07-21 06:53:00 | I'm guessing your probably not too confident with relocating your componets from one case to another, so its probably easier to mod your current case . Atleast this way your garuenteed a case that nobody else has . A Case has a lil bit more to it than just a frame . The motherboard is normally mounted on risers then mounted to a board(sometimes removable) abd is then screwed or riveted to the frame . Then all your addin cards e . t . c plug into the motherboard and then screw into the case(one single screw into the side) . Things like optical drives and harddrives are then mounted in drive bays, usually with two screws on ecach side . one window or two? thats really a personal question and is up to you . Deffinatly get one in the side, and perhaps one in the top? Worth noting though is the fact that most cases have steel top that then has a painted cover on it, similar to the side of the case . Drilling holes in this can make the case structurly weak . Are you trying to increase airflow in the case? why not add a blow hole at the top and a window in the side? these two mods can probably be done by a novice without to much hassle . |
Pete O'Neil (250) | ||
| 161084 | 2003-07-21 06:59:00 | Ok, I just did a case mod about 2 days ago ^_^. Very easy if you have a jig saw with metal blade. Piece of cake to be honest. The fitting of the window on the side was a little hard but took only 20 minutes from cutting to putting back on the computer. Overclockers are a VERY good company to go with, very helpful and next day dilivery. | JamesStewart (874) | ||
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