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Arch Enemy · #1 01-20-2008

Hi, in need of a new case due to cooling. My only real specifications would be great air intake / decent fans & more then 4 USB ports. I don't require a new Power Supply Unit so if anyone knows of a decent case then please do tell me, not looking to spend much more than £100 - 120.

Thanks

Edit = a removable motherboard tray would be a nice feature

MichaelG · #2 01-20-2008

I like the Sonata series from Antec, it's quiet and has great air flow.

Antec.com - Sonata Family

upgrader · #3 01-20-2008

Hi Arch Enemy,

What do you mean by "more than 4 USB Ports", do you mean 4 usb ports built into the case or just over four in total because this would depend on the number on the case and the number on your motherboard. But you could always use a USB hub to have more.

Antec does great cases, my case can be seen in my sig below. It has good airflow and cost me about £60 although its more of a gaming enthusiast case than a general case, and fairly large.

What form factor is your motherboard because it may not fit in all cases

. If your not sure just post the make and model and I'll look it up

Arch Enemy · #4 01-20-2008

Originally Posted by upgrader

Hi Arch Enemy,

What do you mean by "more than 4 USB Ports", do you mean 4 usb ports built into the case or just over four in total because this would depend on the number on the case and the number on your motherboard. But you could always use a USB hub to have more.

Antec does great cases, my case can be seen in my sig below. It has good airflow and cost me about £60 although its more of a gaming enthusiast case than a general case, and fairly large.

What form factor is your motherboard because it may not fit in all cases . If your not sure just post the make and model and I'll look it up

Sorry was in a rush writing that last night. My motherboard has 4 USB ports on it, which I'd like to keep using. I know nothing on cases. How many USB slots do the I/O shields provide with an average case? Also it's an Asus P5W DH Deluxe, positive it's your standard ATX factor

I was interested in the Armor Jr from Overclockers - Thermaltake VC3000BWS Armour Jr SuperMidi Tower - Black

upgrader · #5 01-21-2008

Yep thats the one I bought. You may also want to look at the Antec Nine Hundred. The case will come with an I/O shield but it will not fit your motherboard, so you will need to use the I/O shield that came with your Motherboard. Its probably already in use on your current case