Compact Mini-ITX case with 2-4x5.25" slots?

Fjodor2001

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Hi,

I'm considering building a server computer and would like it to be as compact as possible. The intention is to use a Mini-ITX motherboard. I'd like it to have 2-4 5.25" slots, which I'm going to use for 3.5" HDDs placed in 5.25" anti-vibration/noise mounting frames.

However most compact computer cases only seem to have 3.5" slots. Is there any case that you think could suit my needs?

Thanks!
 

Zap

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Some ITX cases use grommets for HDD mounting for a modicum of HDD vibration damping. I believe some of the Lian Li cases do that. Also, Fractal Design Node 304.
 

Fjodor2001

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Yes, such grommets may help reducing noise a bit. But in my experience they are not as efficient in doing that as solutions with some kind of elastic suspension mechanism, which I think require a 5.25" mounting slot. I.e. something like this:

 
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