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Does such a HTPC case exist?
I'm currently using a Hec 7k09BBA MicraATX case in my current system, and for my next system I'm hoping to go slimmer. I've found some, such as this Lian Li case that has somewhat the dimentions I want, but it doesn't support optical drives or any current motherboards.
Pretty much this is what I want:
Approximate Dimensions: 2.8" tall, 14" deep, 15" wide
supports MiniITX motherboard, full sized optical drive, 1 2.5" drive and 1 3.5" drive, 1 low-profile video card (using an angle riser card) and a small microatx PSU that's at least 200W, and has a built in card reader.
Is there such a thing? I'm still working out the fit but theoretically it seems possible with plenty of room for airflow.
update: it is possible, depending on the depth of the optical drive and you using a PSU like this one
Here's an example I threw together in Sketchup, using a generic video card (not sure what size the final card would be): http://www.2shared.com/file/HOlEPsYP/concept_htpc.html
I'm pretty sure it's possible to make a case that's almost this small but with this much stuff, and I believe the airflow should be fine. I did forget to make a spot for the front ports and buttons, but the optical drive doesn't seem to be the right height.
It would mostly depend on the depth of the optical drive, the video card, and the actual PSU used...
Last edited by FuturDreamz; 18 Oct 2012 at 17:48.