Simple Case question- I hope?

[usmckerns]

Alright so here's the deal. Currently I am stationed somewhere (military) where I have only a ~17" height clearance (width and depth are not an issue) in my walllocker where I can fit my computer. This obviously creates some issues in regards to getting an ATX case. I've found a few at 16" but I don't care for any of them and I'm still a bit iffy about shoving something in with that little of clearance (might not fit).

I'm a bit of a newb when it comes to putting together computers but I started looking at MicroATX cases due to their much shorter height. I however have one concern about getting a MicroATX: heat. I planned on having the following which I am concerned about keeping cool:

Visiontek Raedon HD 4870
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz


I don't plan on overclocking at all. I have also heard about the 4870 not fitting very easily into ATX cases, let alone MicroATX. I figure I would ask what my best options (if any) would be since you all seem to know much more then I. Thanks in advance.

 

[Tullphan]

How about the Sonata III?
According to Antec, it's 16.7" tall.

 

[WoodButcher]

Silverstone TJ08 will work for you. Excellent cooling and will fit a TRUE.
http://www.pugetsystems.com/part_info.php?part=3794
I've got one and have packed it w/ more than just a vid card. There are a few pics of it in the case gallery, http://forums.anandtech.com/me...=2169352&enterthread=y

 

[DSF]

Is the computer for gaming? The 4870 leads me to believe so. Since you're not overclocking the E8400 is a better chip for gaming and will generate less heat than the quad.

If your display is 22" or smaller I would also consider stepping down to the 4850, which has a better chance of fitting in a small case. (And it will use less power and generate less heat.)

 

[Zepper]

If you can find an Antec Super LanBoy out there, those were pretty short while still being ATX.
And if you take the feet off of a Chenbro SR105xx it'll squeak in under 17"... And XOxide has some Chenming compact cases that claim to be exactly 17" - their feet are removable too.

.bh.

PS: And what's with the Chicom avatar? That's the American military you're in, isn't it? .bh.