Looking for a new case

Chaos · Oct 21, 2009, 12:38 PM

I am currently looking for a new case. The main feature will be a removable motherboard tray to make system builds easier. If anyone has suggestions they are fully welcomed.

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 01:33 PM

At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I would recommend the Raven 2, even though it hasnt got the removable tray. The airflow and low noise levels are second to none and I personally love the shape and design ethos.

Perhaps its not on your shortlist? have you a budget?

Judas · Oct 21, 2009, 04:51 PM

Zardon have you taken any serious look at the corsair case?

I keep occasionally eyeing that sucker up as it looks like a very efficient design but i have my doubts just like i loved my Coolermaster Cosmos but i frequently get irritated with it's own design flaws as well.....

Seems every case i come across has an excellent idea and solution for one thing or many things and then screws up on another...

I'm still happy with the Coolermaster 690's.... cheap case that is very good and roomy....

A Desire to Game · Oct 21, 2009, 05:00 PM

Antec P series cases are stylish, quiet, and relatively roomy as well. The brush aluminum look is pretty slick.

The Corsair 8000D and Raven RV02 cases are my personal favorites though.

Chaos · Oct 21, 2009, 06:28 PM

Z does $190 CDN seem reasonable for the Raven Rev02

Newegg.ca - SILVERSTONE RAVEN RV02-BW Matte black 0.8mm Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Judas

Zardon have you taken any serious look at the corsair case?

Yes we reviewed it. check the front page/reviews index and forum discussion thread. It is a very good case, but I don't think its quite up there with the Raven 2, unless you particularly hate the design.

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Chaos

Z does $190 CDN seem reasonable for the Raven Rev02

Newegg.ca - SILVERSTONE RAVEN RV02-BW Matte black 0.8mm Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases

Thats a hell of a price. If you do get it and you hate it, let me know. I will buy it from you and pay shipping if you don't think its the best chassis you have ever owned. Thats how confident I am. Three people I know bought one on my recommendation and they all love it.

Bolletje · Oct 21, 2009, 07:32 PM

Long chassis is long! :o

The blue front LED's are quite bright in the pictures of Newegg. Or has this to do with the lightning?

I don't know you budget, but a while ago Lian-Li also introduced some new cases. Maybe worth looking for

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Bolletje

Long chassis is long! :o

The blue front LED's are quite bright in the pictures of Newegg. Or has this to do with the lightning?

I don't know you budget, but a while ago Lian-Li also introduced some new cases. Maybe worth looking for

The blue LED is quite bright yes, but its not piercingly bright. It looks good in a dark room, and with the side window panel , if you have good looking memory such as the Crucial Ballistix LED tracer, it is extremely attractive.

I love the long shape, is the only case I know that has absolutely no 'dead' space at all. there are three 180 mm fans across the entire length of the chassis and everything inside the case gets the perfect air flow design from bottom to top. It was actually a case I had in my head a year before it was released, I was just shocked it took so long to hit market. I am pretty happy that Silverstone made it however as they have stellar build quality.

I also really rate Lian Li as you say, I have both of their Armorcase chassis as well, very nice indeed.

Chaos · Oct 21, 2009, 08:16 PM

I like the big bulky beast XClio 1000 that I have and it also has tons of room its just too big and heavy

DJ BIG T · Oct 21, 2009, 08:31 PM

silverstone makes some very nice cases...which i think thats going for next one of there cases..im really like the one lowfat has...

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Chaos

I like the big bulky beast XClio 1000 that I have and it also has tons of room its just too big and heavy

Then find a good spot and keep it there. or put wheels on it ?

Bolletje · Oct 21, 2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Zardon

Then find a good spot and keep it there. or put wheels on it ?

Hehe, reminds me of a little 'case-mod'. I mounted a PC-case on the wheel-chassis of an 'office-chair' (I don't know the exact word :P)

You could easily roll it all over the place since the chassis was rated @ ~100 kg :d

Judas · Oct 21, 2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Zardon

Yes we reviewed it. check the front page/reviews index and forum discussion thread. It is a very good case, but I don't think its quite up there with the Raven 2, unless you particularly hate the design.

I know there was a review on it.. but just wanted your personal opinion on it..

and i think i got it with your last sentence

Zardon · Oct 21, 2009, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Judas

I know there was a review on it.. but just wanted your personal opinion on it..

and i think i got it with your last sentence

Stuart really rates it - its a good chassis. I just think the Raven 2 has thrown the book out the window and rewritten a lot of the cooling standards. But its personal taste regarding the styling. I think its quite beautiful tbh - really attractive.

Did you try one out in your store yet Judas?

Judas · Oct 21, 2009, 10:05 PM

No i haven't seen one in person as of yet...

I'd have to special order it and i wouldn't be able to return it... and the price of 299 bucks is a hard one to chew atm...

A Desire to Game · Oct 23, 2009, 02:02 AM

I still can't believe you gave a RV02 away! If another one comes in by mistake....you know where to send it.

procupine14 · Oct 23, 2009, 03:18 PM

I've been eyeing the raven but my problem is the watercooling and my obsession with everything being inside the case. I'm just not sure installing a 2x120mm radiator in it would be easy and/or mess up the whole point of cooling the case to begin with

Zardon · Oct 23, 2009, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by procupine14

I've been eyeing the raven but my problem is the watercooling and my obsession with everything being inside the case. I'm just not sure installing a 2x120mm radiator in it would be easy and/or mess up the whole point of cooling the case to begin with

Yeah its a point with WCing in the Raven 2, I know you can fit one in by taking the fans out at the bottom but it kinda defeats the great air flow.

Chaos · Oct 23, 2009, 04:31 PM

I never did get into liquid cooling out of fear of destruction. I remember trying a small CoolerMaster setup and killed an MSI motherboard trying to remove the backplate that felt like it was adhered with crazy glue. After that i just didnt bother

Zardon · Oct 23, 2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Chaos

I never did get into liquid cooling out of fear of destruction. I remember trying a small CoolerMaster setup and killed an MSI motherboard trying to remove the backplate that felt like it was adhered with crazy glue. After that i just didnt bother

So whats the outcome on the new case, made up your mind yet?

Chaos · Oct 23, 2009, 06:16 PM

not yet I am trying to sell my 4870X2 first

Chaos · Oct 28, 2009, 01:45 PM

I was just about to order this case but they want $65.99 for UPS standard shipping, think i may call the folks at the egg and see if they can do better then that

Chaos · Oct 28, 2009, 02:10 PM

1 phone call later they took $35 off the shipping cost

So Z your favorite chassis is headed my way

Tyrsonswood · Oct 28, 2009, 02:14 PM

Right on....... it pays to haggle sometimes.

Chaos · Oct 28, 2009, 02:20 PM

ya i have to say the service NewEgg has given me since they opened a Canadian site has been above expectations

Zardon · Oct 28, 2009, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Chaos

1 phone call later they took $35 off the shipping cost

So Z your favorite chassis is headed my way

Hope to god you love it half as much as me.

Chaos · Oct 28, 2009, 06:06 PM

me too It looks nice and easy to get at

Cow_160483 · Oct 29, 2009, 12:11 PM

cool man post some pics of the new case when you get it ... sorry to hijack your thread i was ogling this (HAF 922) case what are peoples opinions, we dont have newegg and the likes so its from the store it just caught my eye.

And it costs 162.14 USD

Zardon · Oct 29, 2009, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Cow_160483

cool man post some pics of the new case when you get it ... sorry to hijack your thread i was ogling this (HAF 922) case what are peoples opinions, we dont have newegg and the likes so its from the store it just caught my eye.

And it costs 162.14 USD

its a good case http://www.hardwareheaven.com/reviews.php?reviewid=803

I personally prefer the 932 though - I built the Nehalem EP into that case and the air flow is immense - lack of dust filters annoys me though.

Oct 21, 2009, 12:38 PM	#1
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Looking for a new case I am currently looking for a new case. The main feature will be a removable motherboard tray to make system builds easier. If anyone has suggestions they are fully welcomed. __________________

Oct 21, 2009, 01:33 PM	#2
Zardon DriverHeaven Founder Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 32,480 Rep Power: 179	Re: Looking for a new case At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I would recommend the Raven 2, even though it hasnt got the removable tray. The airflow and low noise levels are second to none and I personally love the shape and design ethos. Perhaps its not on your shortlist? have you a budget?

Oct 21, 2009, 05:00 PM	#4
A Desire to Game HardwareHeaven Hoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 296 Rep Power: 33 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case Antec P series cases are stylish, quiet, and relatively roomy as well. The brush aluminum look is pretty slick. The Corsair 8000D and Raven RV02 cases are my personal favorites though. __________________ Three is my new favorite number. (SATA III, USB 3.0, and triple channel memory)

Oct 21, 2009, 06:28 PM	Thread Starter #5
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case Z does $190 CDN seem reasonable for the Raven Rev02 Newegg.ca - SILVERSTONE RAVEN RV02-BW Matte black 0.8mm Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases __________________

Oct 21, 2009, 07:32 PM	#8
Bolletje HardwareHeaven Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,224 Rep Power: 79 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case Long chassis is long! :o The blue front LED's are quite bright in the pictures of Newegg. Or has this to do with the lightning? I don't know you budget, but a while ago Lian-Li also introduced some new cases. Maybe worth looking for

Oct 21, 2009, 08:16 PM	Thread Starter #10
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case I like the big bulky beast XClio 1000 that I have and it also has tons of room its just too big and heavy __________________

Oct 21, 2009, 08:31 PM	#11
DJ BIG T DH FaN BoY Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: ORLANDO,FL Posts: 930 Rep Power: 69 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case silverstone makes some very nice cases...which i think thats going for next one of there cases..im really like the one lowfat has... __________________

Oct 23, 2009, 02:02 AM	#17
A Desire to Game HardwareHeaven Hoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 296 Rep Power: 33 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case I still can't believe you gave a RV02 away! If another one comes in by mistake....you know where to send it. __________________ Three is my new favorite number. (SATA III, USB 3.0, and triple channel memory)

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procupine14 Why is it Beeping!?!?! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA, Missouri Posts: 1,400 Rep Power: 58 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case I've been eyeing the raven but my problem is the watercooling and my obsession with everything being inside the case. I'm just not sure installing a 2x120mm radiator in it would be easy and/or mess up the whole point of cooling the case to begin with __________________ HTPC/file server: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit - AMD Phenom x4 9850 - 4GB OCZ DDR2 800 (2x2GB) - 1TB WD Black - 4 x 1TB Hitachi DeskStar in RAID 5 - ATi TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuner - HIS Raedon 4850 512MB - ASRock N68C-S UCC mobo - OCZ ModExtreme Pro 500W PSU GF's Gaming PC: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit - AMD Phenom 9850 - 4GB OCZ DDR2 1066 - 500GB Western Digital GP - HIS Raedon 5770 1GB - ASUS M3A78-EM - Zalman 650W PSU Media Streamer: Win 7 Pro 64-bit - AMD Athlon x2 3200+ - 4GB SuperTalent DDR2 800 - 250GB SeaGate Barracuda - MSI K9N6PGM2-V2 - ASUS Raedon 5450 SILENT - FSP group 250W PSU

Oct 23, 2009, 04:31 PM	Thread Starter #20
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case I never did get into liquid cooling out of fear of destruction. I remember trying a small CoolerMaster setup and killed an MSI motherboard trying to remove the backplate that felt like it was adhered with crazy glue. After that i just didnt bother __________________

Oct 23, 2009, 06:16 PM	Thread Starter #22
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case not yet I am trying to sell my 4870X2 first __________________

Oct 28, 2009, 01:45 PM	Thread Starter #23
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case I was just about to order this case but they want $65.99 for UPS standard shipping, think i may call the folks at the egg and see if they can do better then that __________________

Oct 28, 2009, 02:10 PM	Thread Starter #24
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case 1 phone call later they took $35 off the shipping cost So Z your favorite chassis is headed my way __________________

Oct 28, 2009, 02:20 PM	Thread Starter #26
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case ya i have to say the service NewEgg has given me since they opened a Canadian site has been above expectations __________________

Oct 28, 2009, 06:06 PM	Thread Starter #28
Chaos Number Nine Join Date: May 2002 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 5,268 Rep Power: 167 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case me too It looks nice and easy to get at __________________

Oct 29, 2009, 12:11 PM	#29
Cow_160483 HH's only cow moooooo... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: BOTSWANA Posts: 6,813 Rep Power: 300 System Specs	Re: Looking for a new case cool man post some pics of the new case when you get it ... sorry to hijack your thread i was ogling this (HAF 922) case what are peoples opinions, we dont have newegg and the likes so its from the store it just caught my eye. And it costs 162.14 USD __________________ Decode! Muhahahahah!