How we choose the Case
Quick review of Computer Case technology
Probably the most important attribute of a case is the potential for adding
to and upgrading the components inside, when the need arises. A Middle
Tower case is an ideal size to accomplish this.
Cooling is a critical attribute as well. The CPU, graphics chip, hard drives,
pretty much everything needs to be kept cool, not just to perform well but
also for longer life spans. Two 12cm case fans are very much current tech in
cooling. One fan brings in cool air from the front or side of the case, and the
other is used to exhaust hot air from the rear. This is in addition to the
power supply unit fan and the CPU fan. Separate video cards usually have
their own fan too. Motherboard chipsets can have their own fan though
many are now using heat pipes and sinks without a fan. By our count that's
five or six fans inside the case!
An aluminum case is an excellent choice as it is a good conductor and
transfers heat out more rapidly. Aluminum is also far lighter than steel, so it
gives your back a rest as well when you need to move your PC. On the other
hand an all aluminum case costs substantially more, is not as strong as steel,
and there is no real increase in the computer's performance.
Input jacks on the front of the case for audio, USB 2.0,and IEEE 1394 are
very convenient.
And finally looks. We want a case that looks just great!
Quick review of Computer Case technology
Probably the most important attribute of a case is the potential for adding
to and upgrading the components inside, when the need arises. A Middle
Tower case is an ideal size to accomplish this.
Cooling is a critical attribute as well. The CPU, graphics chip, hard drives,
pretty much everything needs to be kept cool, not just to perform well but
also for longer life spans. Two 12cm case fans are very much current tech in
cooling. One fan brings in cool air from the front or side of the case, and the
other is used to exhaust hot air from the rear. This is in addition to the
power supply unit fan and the CPU fan. Separate video cards usually have
their own fan too. Motherboard chipsets can have their own fan though
many are now using heat pipes and sinks without a fan. By our count that's
five or six fans inside the case!
An aluminum case is an excellent choice as it is a good conductor and
transfers heat out more rapidly. Aluminum is also far lighter than steel, so it
gives your back a rest as well when you need to move your PC. On the other
hand an all aluminum case costs substantially more, is not as strong as steel,
and there is no real increase in the computer's performance.
Input jacks on the front of the case for audio, USB 2.0,and IEEE 1394 are
very convenient.
And finally looks. We want a case that looks just great!
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