Mr.Dooomed
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Alright boys, I did some research on Newegg (I basically browsed through ALL the cases they offer) and came across a few goodies I wanted to consider. The case I have is out-dated (Although still awesome) but only has room for two HDD's and no fan cooling for them. And I'm looking to buy two SATA HDD's soon, and I worry about over heating. SO thus I began my search for a new case.

And it has to be PERFECT.  I found a few cases that are all pretty cool, and I wanted to share. Keep in mind, I am aware of the popularity of the Antec 300, 900, 1200, and the Cooler Master HAF, and I DO NOT WANT

Also I'm trying to keep it under $100, the computer will be sitting on the floor, so top USB ports, power buttons are important.

So here we go:

Cooler Master Centarion 590
https://www.tcponline.com/images/computer%20cases/Cases/Centurion_590.jpg
-Major room for cooling (Room for 7 fans I think) top mounted power button & USB, toolless, Nice finish $70

Cooler Master RC-690
https://c1.neweggimages.com/NeweggImage/productimage/11-119-137-21.jpg
I guess a newer version of the 590, more expensive etc, I think I'd prefer the 590.

Raid-Max Smilodon Extreme Black
https://www.conspirazy.com/shopping/images/RAIDMAX%20ATX-612WEB.gif
-Nice in it's design, only $50 after rebates. Power and usb aren't placed right for me, but it has a built in toolkit, removable mobo tray, and I love the look of it.

Thermaltake V9 Black Edition
https://xtreview.com/images/thermaltake%20V9%20black%20edition.jpg
Nice finish, usb and power buttons at the top, $70 after rebates

ARK 6099
https://c1.neweggimages.com/NeweggImage/productimage/11-128-029-01.jpg
I found this one unique with the handles, not sure if the side panels have mesh filtering, all in all kinda cool and for $54

Any other cases ya'll can recommend within my price range? For me, it's a toss up between the 590 and the Raidmax case, but I wont rule out other opinions yet!
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ghettoperson
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Centurion.
.Sup
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You can't go wrong with CM Centurion
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GC_PaNzerFIN
Work and study @ Technical Uni
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Does it have to be one of these?
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Mr.Dooomed
Find your center.
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No, I said I wont rule out other options, so if you got something you think I might like, let me know.

I think the Centarion would be my #1 choice at the moment. I love the bottom mount PSU, I love the mesh filtering and how it has so much room for more fans.

My board is 9.5x12" so it might be a tight squeeze.
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phishman420
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6811103011

I was about to get this until I realized I really don't need a new case.
.Sup
be nice
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phishman420 wrote:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811103011

I was about to get this until I realized I really don't need a new case.
Buy it, change fans with speaker drivers, put lots of foam or rubber in, get an amp, do the wiring and ta-dah- a fucking subwoofer made of steal
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DUnlimited
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+1,160|6456|cuntshitlake

SATA HD's won't really overheat unless your room is 50C
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Jenspm
penis
+1,716|6725|St. Andrews / Oslo

Take a guess at what I'd reccomend.
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GC_PaNzerFIN
Work and study @ Technical Uni
+528|6407|Finland

If u want big, badass, cooling monster here is one form thermaltake. the Armor+MX VH8000BWS Black Aluminum

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6811133062
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.Sup
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Jenspm wrote:

Take a guess at what I'd reccomend.
Antec something
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Mr.Dooomed
Find your center.
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.Sup wrote:

phishman420 wrote:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811103011

I was about to get this until I realized I really don't need a new case.
Buy it, change fans with speaker drivers, put lots of foam or rubber in, get an amp, do the wiring and ta-dah- a fucking subwoofer made of steal


Ya, I do remember that case u considered. The usb ports on the bottom right would annoy me (My case sits to my right)

I not only worry about hdd's, I worry about all my components. The case I've been using for the last...5 years...Only has an 80mm front fan, and a 60mm rear fan.

When I run speedfan, CPU-z and Rivatuner, my temps are 50c + most of the time
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Shakez
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Centurion or that case gc_panzer recommended.
.Sup
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Im_Dooomed wrote:

.Sup wrote:

phishman420 wrote:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811103011

I was about to get this until I realized I really don't need a new case.
Buy it, change fans with speaker drivers, put lots of foam or rubber in, get an amp, do the wiring and ta-dah- a fucking subwoofer made of steal


Ya, I do remember that case u considered. The usb ports on the bottom right would annoy me (My case sits to my right)

I not only worry about hdd's, I worry about all my components. The case I've been using for the last...5 years...Only has an 80mm front fan, and a 60mm rear fan.

When I run speedfan, CPU-z and Rivatuner, my temps are 50c + most of the time
Yeah you're right about USB connection access, my CM Stacker has them on top but I do also use a USB hub which I also recommend. You can have it on the table, close to you.
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Mr.Dooomed
Find your center.
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Jenspm wrote:

Take a guess at what I'd reccomend.
THIS?


or how bout this:

https://c1.neweggimages.com/NeweggImage/productimage/11-215-012-14.jpg



GC_PaNzerFIN wrote:

If u want big, badass, cooling monster here is one form thermaltake. the Armor+MX VH8000BWS Black Aluminum

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a … 6811133062
Ya, not a big fan of the Armor series tbh, I'm kinda old fashioned and like the boxy ones.
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TheEternalPessimist
Wibble
+412|6613|Mhz

Of the one's in the OP, the Centurion, I prefer the HAF though.
Mr.Dooomed
Find your center.
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.Sup wrote:

I do also use a USB hub which I also recommend.
I did buy a Lian-Li internal USB/firewire hub. It's REALLY nice. All metal finish, flip cover, very sturdy...so to be honest, USB ports on the case probably wont get hooked up to my board, cause the hub i bought would fill the USB connections to my mobo, hmmm

https://www.ubergizmo.com/photos/2008/7/lianli-bz-u02.jpg
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Jenspm
penis
+1,716|6725|St. Andrews / Oslo

Antec P182.

You cannot beat it.




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.Sup
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Im_Dooomed wrote:

.Sup wrote:

I do also use a USB hub which I also recommend.
I did buy a Lian-Li internal USB/firewire hub. It's REALLY nice. All metal finish, flip cover, very sturdy...so to be honest, USB ports on the case probably wont get hooked up to my board, cause the hub i bought would fill the USB connections to my mobo, hmmm

http://www.ubergizmo.com/photos/2008/7/ … bz-u02.jpg
I have an external hub. It takes one USB slot but opens 4 or more (depends on  the hub)
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mikeyb118
Evil Overlord
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I just bought the CM-690. Overall it's good for a £50 case, and better than the Akasa Zen (black) that I recently bought. Comparatively the CM is sturdier and has better options for fans, but the tool-less HD clip-in plastic trays are flimsy and I am still unsure about them. The matt black/grill design on the CM-690 looks better with optional drives compared to the dark gloss black of the Akasa which really stands out badly. I know coke was looking at the Akasa, and I would discourage him. The front panel USB and mic/output have failed on my Akasa.
GC_PaNzerFIN
Work and study @ Technical Uni
+528|6407|Finland

well... can't get much more boxy and plain than Antec P182.... Any particular reason to not want it?
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.Sup
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GC_PaNzerFIN wrote:

well... can't get much more boxy and plain than Antec P182.... Any particular reason to not want it?
Now when you mention it...Aluminium
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Mr.Dooomed
Find your center.
+752|6321

Jenspm wrote:

Antec P182.
I do like it, I was at a comp store in Iowa City and they had teh Mini P180 and I thought it was awsm, but midtower P182, the door swings the wrong way for where I have my tower sittin, id have to rearrange ma desk
Nature is a powerful force. Those who seek to subdue nature, never do so permanently.
GC_PaNzerFIN
Work and study @ Technical Uni
+528|6407|Finland

.Sup wrote:

GC_PaNzerFIN wrote:

well... can't get much more boxy and plain than Antec P182.... Any particular reason to not want it?
Now when you mention it...Aluminium
Whats wrong with aluminium?
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.Sup
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GC_PaNzerFIN wrote:

.Sup wrote:

GC_PaNzerFIN wrote:

well... can't get much more boxy and plain than Antec P182.... Any particular reason to not want it?
Now when you mention it...Aluminium
Whats wrong with aluminium?
No, I thought P182 is made of steel. Its Aluminum?
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