Cases with more than 7 expansion slots?

[Topher]

I'm looking for a case that has more than 7 expansion slots. I have multiple sound cards, each with at least one breakout bracket, which, unfotunately, takes up a PCI slot (even though it doesn't actually use the PCI slot.) I'm looking for a case that will allow me to install the breackout brackets in a location that doesn't cover up valuable PCI slots. I am aware that I could do it using a rackmount case for a 19 slot backplane. My other option is to put two cases side by side and make a new cover. I prefer the first over the second alternative, but if there is a better solution, I would much rather do that. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[mechBgon]

Here's one that looks like it has a couple extra, if that would help: Addtronics WTX case See the photo here for a close-up. I would confirm with Addtronics that these are always present before buying it. You can buy them from their website or get a feel for the pricing at least.

 

[Topher]

Seems the Addtronics 7890A server case will support up to 12 slots, but I'd be giving up standard ATX I/O ports. That would mean I can't use a standard ATX motherboard. I'll contact them direct and see if they have another solution though.

 

[Topher]

Not having much luck. I think I'll buy two cheap ATX cases and modify them into a cube. That will allow me to put the breakout brackets to the side, thus keeping the cabling from getting too messy. It will also allow give me more space for the drives and airflow (although I won't be getting drastic with it.) The only problem will come in making the front and top of the new "case" from looking like a frankenstien job.

 

[LED]

Topher...Let me check the shop because we have These Cases that had a lotta slots not sure how many but it looks good and the price wasn't hateful. I'll PM you tomorrow if you're interested LMK

 

[Topher]

Does that thing have 10 bays!?!?!? Wow!!! Do you have a shot of the back side of that? That's what I'd need to see. How heavy is it? (and does it come with a power supply? not that I'd really need one, depending on what kind of supply it may have.) Thanks. I look forward to hearing from you again. And those are some cool paint jobs at your website.