Absolute best case for P3 1ghz and Asus CUSL2

wslove

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Can some people give me recommendations on the absolute best case for a P3 1ghz and an Asus CUSL2? The main features I want are

*** Super Quiet since this computer will be in my bedroom
*** At least 3 5 1/2" bays
*** Screwless case (or maybe one screw)

Thanks
 

wslove

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I mean I want at least 3 5 1/2" drive bays to put a DVD drive, CD-RW, and the front panel for a SB Live platinum in.
 

wslove

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I mean I want at least 3 5 1/2" drive bays to put a DVD drive, CD-RW, and the front panel for a SB Live platinum in.
 

AL77

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Well I don't think there is a "best" case that meets your criteria, but I suggest the Antec SX830.

-It's available at several online retailers at a reasonable price
-I imagine it can be quiet with the right fans (4 80mm snap-ons but you don't have to use them all)
-excellent cooling (so I hear)
-Not screwless unfortunately, but it does utilize a 'door handle' to remove one of the side panels once the back screws are removed.
-300 Watt psu

Anyway take a look: Antec SX830

If you don't mind the somewhat large size, it's a nice case. My friend has the Antec KS282. It's a smaller, value case from Antec with the same psu. It's ok. The side doors are a very tight fit and hard to slide off. I also cut myself on a sharp edge, I was definitely not happy about that. I think the SX830 being a higher class case than the KS282, will have a better finish and quality. Again, it is on the large side (between a mid-tower and a tower).

I was also going to suggest Palo Alto (case used for Dell/Micron machines last time I checked) cases, but those are difficult to buy and I don't think they have a mid-tower with 3-5 1/4" drive bays. You might have better luck asking around in the Case and Cooling forum.

Al
 

Dark4ng3l

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Oh sorry I thought you were talking about the best cpu to overclock to 1 gig sorry
 

Erasmus-X

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I've built two machines for friends using the Antec SX830. It is quite exceptional for an entry-level full tower. The case runs pretty quietly just as long as you are not running tons of fans. The locking side panel and front bezel are neat. The drive cages have "quick release" levers for easy removal.

There are cases that I like better, of course, like my SuperMicro SC760A. :) But for the $120 the Antec is selling for right now, it's pretty hard to beat.

 

Midnight Rambler

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I like the SuperMicro tower cases as well, but another one to look at is Fong Kai's 320 Workstation case (comes in black or white, thus 320B or 320W model #'s).

The YeongYang (YY) mini server cube is pretty sweet too.

But none of these are really quiet. That's pretty much hard to come by if you want maximum cooling.