Questions regarding enclosures for devices
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Will a Cooler Master V6GT fit in a Thermaltake V3 Black AMD edition case? [closed]
I bought the Thermaltake V3 Black AMD edition case and according to the user's manual, the height limit of the cooler is 160mm. According to Cooler Master the height of the V6GT cooler is 165 mm.
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Choosing between buying or building a midrange workstation [closed]
I need a new computer for data analysis and neuroscience modelling work. I plan to use Matlab and SciPy for modelling neuromodulator interactions in a small neural network. For this, I can purchase or ...
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How does a Kindle (or iPad) know when I close the lid? [closed]
How does a Kindle (or iPad) go to sleep when I close the lid of the case? Does it just detect something like going into complete darkness, or is it related to the magnet?
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Convertible Ultrabook w/ wearable case option that is usable in tablet mode [closed]
We have a few access points that are a pain to get to. With the availability of convertible ultrabooks increasing I'm wondering if someone has found a good option for one that you could dock (USB 3 ...
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New build not powering up at all after connecting psu cables to hard drive
I recently decided to build myself a new, cheap(ish) rig mainly for HTPC use and I have now run into a BIG problem.
The system simply refuses to show any signs of life.
Problem:
When I press the ...
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Panel for a slimline DVD drive
I am looking at nixing my DVD drive in my HTPC/Nettop box, and replacing it with a new HD. Where might I find a cover that would fill the gap where the DVD drive used to be on the case?
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Front Pannel Audio Cracking and malfunctioning in general
I just finished my first desktop build and I am experiencing some problems with the front audio jack that I can't seem to be able toresolve.
The audio seems to be there, but it sounds distorted with ...
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Can an updraft be used to support or replace case fan cooling?
What I'm considering is either using an existing chimney or using cheap 8" chimney piping to create an ambient updraft, and then drawing that updraft through the back of my computer's casing to reduce ...
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Smallest Micro ATX Case Possible? [closed]
What is the smallest possible off the shelf Micro ATX case? The ability to install a 3.5 inch HD is important but I do not intend to install an optical drive and don't need the slot. A fairly thorough ...
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Will a pedestal motherboard fit into a(ny) regular case?
I am looking to build a dual CPU workstation with a "long" graphics adapter and eight or more 3.5 inch drives. The problem is finding a chassis. Last time, I had to build a case out of wood to fit a ...
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Looking for a desktop case that fits in standard overhead luggage [closed]
I'm looking in to building myself a desktop on wheels that I can take with me when I travel because I like the power of a desktop and laptops are too expensive for what you get and not to mention ...
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Repeated Static Shock From New Rack Server
I recently bought a single rack server, but I often get shocked when I touch the full-metal case. It seems to take 20-30 minutes to "charge" between shocks, but I'm not enthusiastic about testing that ...
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My Geforce 580 gtx creates an airflow dilema. Will reversing the direction of the front case fan solve it?
Apologies if this is the wrong place for hardware questions. I did look through the list of stack sites and this site seemed to be the best (Computer enthusiasts).
Key: Yellow arrow: fan airflow ...
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What PSU is usually used in mini-ITX cases/chassis?
The mini-ITX computer will be a general use computer. Not a dedicated HTPC or Home server.
In general use mini-ITX cases, what PSU form factor is usually used? I understand that some case ...
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Is the case big enough? [closed]
Another first build question. Will this case CoolerMaster RC-942-KKN1 fit this motherboard Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5
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How do I remove these screws from my Acer Aspire AX3200-U3600A?
So I have this Acer Aspire AX3200-U3600A with Windows Vista (64-bit). Every night I turn it off and turn it back on in the morning. Now it's broken and I want to fix it inside...
So I got off ...
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how do i turn a whole file into uppercase?
I have a file on a server on another campus that's all in lowercase that i need to changed to all uppercase. Is there any simple unix command that will do this? [i'm using PuTTy on a PC if that makes ...
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Graphic card not screwed to chassis/cabinet
I recently brought an AMD Radeon HD 6450 1gb (sapphire) graphic card but while installing this graphic card to pci x16 expansion slot(motherboard D102GGC2), the cabinet/chassis was causing problems.
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Would it be possible to fix the right-side panel of my HP HDX laptop with super glue?
I own a HP HDx16-1140US laptop. I bumped the right corner of my laptop against a door and it caused the plastic piece protecting the USB port, the laptop lock, and the AC port to come off. It looks ...
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Will an e-ATX motherboard fit in a large ATX form factor case?
Is it possible (without drilling any holes or anything) to fit an e-ATX motherboard into a large computer case whose form factors are only ATX and micro-ATX? The case itself should have enough space ...
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How to open a netbook case after removing all screws?
My Sony VAIO netbook case is closed, all I could remove so far is a dozen of screws, some covers, the battery and the hard disk.
Using a screwdriver I investigated the keyboard keys, the keyboard ...
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How to wire chassis fans to controller
This is my first build and i'm using a case with 7 built-in fans. I want to wire them to a controller, but they all have LED's.There is also a button on the case that shuts off the LED's as well as ...
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can my old comuter parts fit in my new case [closed]
I want to rebuld my computer but because of economical reasons i am doing it certin parts at a time. I have a compaq presario SR5610F and a RAIDMAX SMILODON Extreme Black mid tower case. I want to ...
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How to determine motherboard/case form factor
I have an old (no more than 5 or 6 years) Compaq that I'm planning to re-purpose. The motherboard and CPU need to be replaced but I'm going to be able to re-use the hard drive and optical drives. ...
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How do you get Beyond Compare 2 to ignore case?
I've been looking for the option for ages but I can't find it. Their website says it can do it.
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Missing mounting brackets for DVD drive
Anyone here ever buy a PC case that did not come with mounting brackets for the DVD drive? I bought a barebones DVD drive (Lite-On) and a case (Antec Sonata III 500). The case came with nice ...
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How can I remove the smell of cigarettes from my computer?
I'm a smoker, and of course I smoke in front of the computer when I'm at home.
Last Friday I moved out from my mother's house to my own, and since the computers were always turned on and the room was ...
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How to plug power/reset buttons from case to motherboard leads?
I have a motherboard I salvaged from a pre-assembled computer. Except now I'm trying to use it in my own custom build. The problem is, this motherboard doesn't have any documentation because it was ...
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Should I connect my case fan to a pwr_fan or chassis_fan header?
My ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 motherboard has the following fans:
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin)
2 x Power Fan connector(s) (3-pin)
The fan cable connector has three pins (and it ...
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Removing dvd drive and bay covers from a Asus Essentio CM6850
I recently picked up an Asus Essentio CM6850 (click the link to see the case I'll be referencing) from Best Buy and really like it. I recently upgraded to a 650w power supply and a Asus Geforce GT 560 ...
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ESD considerations of an open-air/wood and plexiglas case
I am going to build a computer soon, and instead of buying a pre-built case I am planning to build my own case; either closed and built with wood and plexiglas, or open and built with just wood.
My ...
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Fitting a Motherboard into a Computer Case
I'm interested in building my own computer. I saw a motherboard and CPU that I want to buy from Tiger Direct.
My question is has to do with computer cases and motherboards.
Are all motherboards ...
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Run external hard drive without case
My external hard drive case broke. The drive still works.
Can I just place it on my desk, out of the way, without it being in a case? Does it have to have a fan?
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How to add a 2.5" drive to a desktop computer case?
I'm changing my computer case to the Fractal Design Define R3. It looks like a nice case, and it seems to have great reviews.
I've got a 2.5" SSD drive that's kind of wedged in above my CD drive at ...
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Which size fan should I put at the front of my case? 92mm or 120mm [closed]
I've made a new system, it has a 92mm exhaust fan at the upper rear. I have two fans here, one is 92mm, the other is 120mm. This will go on the lower front and will be the air intake.
Which would be ...
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What factors do you choose to pick a PC Chassis or Case?
When you're shopping around for a PC case or Chassis, what factors do you use for picking a computer case? Are there any non-technical criteria you factor into your decision?
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How do i put a motherboard into the case?
I never built my own desktop but i have played with parts (harddrive, ram, optical drive, wifi chip). I heard that if i don't put the motherboard into the case correctly it will fry. Than i heard ...
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LCD display panel for Ubuntu/RHEL
I'm looking for a very simple 2 or 3 line LCD display that allows me to print custom data to it from the a linux box (Ubuntu and RHEL).
I want something like this or this that fits in the front of my ...
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Do integrated speakers exist?
This is probably way off-topic, but do integrated pc speakers (not the "beep" kind..) exist for desktop PC's?
I'm building a "mobile" box, and the only cables I need so far are power and monitor ...
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What can I buy at radio shack to serve as a power switch for my desktop computer? [closed]
I have a desktop computer without a case. The parts are strewn across my desk. My motherboard is a gigabyte MA78LMT-S2. There isn't a power button on this motherboard like I've seen on most ...
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Open case detection aka intrusion alarm
I am monitoring ACPI and other sensors on my mainboard with lm_sensors. there are two entries:
intrusion0: ALARM
intrusion1: ALARM
From what I know these are sensors to detect an open case, but ...
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PSU power cable length, and will my graphics card fit in my case? [closed]
I've decided to build a computer, this will be the first computer that I've built but I've done lots of research and have a list of parts which I will be ordering. I asked for someone to check my ...
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What is the safe temperature limit for a consumer SATA hard drive?
Background
My personal desktop system at home has 5 SATA drives racked up inside. Recently my system started failing in odd ways like random kernel panics and I eventually traced it to random ...
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Front panel display problems
I wanted to have a dual core processor. And I received this chance: a new computer without a hard drive or video card. I hoped that my SATA1 hard drive worked on this SATA2 connector; and obtained a ...
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Dust filters for computers
Has anyone had any success in completely filtering the airflow in their computer? If so, what materials did you use? My room is extremely dusty, and my computer sits on the floor. I'm having to ...
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Which graphics cards will fit on my motherboard / case? [closed]
I'm looking to upgrade to a more powerful graphics card.
However I'm not sure what my case and motherboard can fit!
Could I please be advised with how to identify which cards will fit and work?
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Power supply triggered to start by another power supply
I am building a raid array in a separate enclosure. I will be putting an empty tower case next to an existing tower computer, and this second tower case will only hold hard drives.
There are many ...
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SFF computers with sideways DVD drives - must they be laid flat to play/burn DVD/CDs?
I want to give an older parent a replacement computer. It would be used for internet/youtube, email, Word, DVD playback and backing up CDs. I've already identified the Compaq 100B as a great choice, ...
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What is more effective for heat: a case with the side on or off?
I have heard from many gamer friends that running their rigs with the side cover on is more effective for cooling the system than with a side panel off. Common sense tells me that the side panel off ...
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Is it possible for “cruddy” computers cases to have faulty on/off buttons?
I can't quite pinpoint this problem.
About 6 months ago I purchased an incredibly cheap computer case, and an incredibly cheap power supply from NewEgg.
After I overloaded the powersupply 'til the ...
