the ideal case

[thundermitty]

I'm looking for an ideal case that would have:

1-2 slots for optical drives
room for at least 4 HDDs & 2 SSDs
be silent or close to it
provide adaquate cooling for all the components

So far, the best I've been able to come up with is the Lian-Li PC-9F.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811112304

Is there anything out there that would be a better choice?

Are there other things I should consider before making the purchase?

 

[dmoney1980]

Great choice, can't go wrong with Lian Li. Consider length of the case if you plan on installing a large GPU, same with the CPU heatsink. Check the dimensions on all coolers to make sure everything will fit

some alternatives...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811352002

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811163154

I have an Antec P180, this is the newer version
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811129174

very happy with my case, keeps things cooler and quiet

 

[ronopp]

i am partial to this :
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119160

 

[SparkyJJO]

Remember, a case is only as quiet as the stuff you put in it. Don't expect to put delta fans in a "quiet" case and still have it quiet 😛

 

[thundermitty]

Who makes the best (most quiet) fans?

 

[badb0y]

I like Silverstone Cases. The FT02 is a classic case, take a look at it.

 

[nitromullet]

Who makes the best (most quiet) fans?

I'm running GentleTyphoon AP-13 (1150rpm) 120mm fans on a Thermalright TRUE, and they are very quiet. I don't know if they are the *best*, but they are definitely up there. Scythe S-Flex fans are good too. If you're looking for low noise you'll probably want to stay under 1200rpm for any fan.