Small Form Factor PCs 294 XPC 2012-02-04T11:26:56 Ard Wear barry.david.adams@googlemail.com Case Mod Blog 2012-02-03T00:53:24

Bit-tech has started a one-stop-shop for inspiration, guides and general knowledge when it comes to modding your case. Their new Case Mod Index makes it easy to see what other modders have done with specific cases. Search the index of cases by manufacturer and go straight to the relevant project log or article for more information on how to mod your case. bit-tech is looking for Your project! so it get it’s own little online space and claim to fame on the best modding site on the Internet. Here are the requirements for submitting your case mod 1. Your bit-tech Forum name 2. Case (make and model) 3. URL to . . .

f5c3e842778eae5c91964f818b076c6e Case Mod Blog 2012-02-01T16:54:58

Brian Carter (aka Boddaker) started out this project for Raptr as a simple idea around a ‘military-themed’ PC that evolved into a gaming rig featuring a mini gun and a beverage cooler! The canvas for this case mod was a Cooler Master Trooper Full Tower Yes, the mini gun does function! It’s driven by an electric motor with gears.  The mini gun barrel was created from 3/4″ diameter acrylic tubing and Black acrylic sheets. The front Sniper grill measures 200mm and was custom ordered from Mnpctech.com The heart of the Battlefield 3 system is AMD’s FX 8150 processor that is cooled by Corsair’s H80. ATI’s Radeon HD 6970 graphics cards, . . .

9f775efc76a5fded9b132bde3f26e04d casedesigns.net 2012-01-30T21:18:55

Fractal Design Arc Midi Tower Reviews: Read full review at Anandtech.com Read full review at dudpc.com Read full review at Thinkcomputers.org Read full review at hardwareheaven.com Read full review at Overclock3D.net Read full review at bit-tech.net Read full review at vortez.net Read full review at techpowerup.com What do you think about this case? Rate it!

7823121e95b56543b41d1951da902e17 hardCOREware Feed 2012-01-30T03:18:23

HCW is on the move again! This time we are coming down from the clouds, and moving to a semi-VPS-semi-Dedicated server. Best of both worlds? We shall see!

90332d27c06fb95eab3e13a167e91ca9 Case Mod Blog 2012-01-29T23:23:18

The Bitfenix Raider ATX mid tower boasts several features of note, including – Full USB3 support, soft touch bezel and top, superior air cooling, Integrated fan control and Pre-installed Spector fans to name a few.  Introduction: Following on the heels of cases such as the Colossus and Survivor chassis much is expected from this case in terms of quality and features. Offering Full USB3 support and integrated fan control is a good start. Specifications: Materials Steel, Plastic Color (Int/Ext) Black/Black Dimensions (H xW xD) 210 x 500 x 493mm (ATX Mid Tower) Motherboard Sizes Mini-ITX, mATX, ATX 5.25″ Drive Bays x4 3.5″ Drive Bays x6 2.5″ Drive Bays x7 Cooling . . .

9123aec5e89beeb27c6aba47e4511082 Case Mod Blog 2012-01-25T22:54:36

Our recent Giveaways in cooperation with Prolimatech that happened on Mnpctech facebook Group were very popular. Prolimatech has been kind enough to offer their Prolimatech PRO-MGH-C Megahalems Revision C CPU Cooler and two Prolimatech Aluminum bladed 140mm “Vortex” fans for a Giveaway on CaseModBlog. Here is the components included with the Prolimatech PRO-MGH-C Megahalems Revision C CPU Cooler Compatibility: Intel Socket LGA 775/1366/1156/1155 AMD Socket AM2/2+/3 Heatsink Dimensions: 130mm x 74mm x 158.7mm Weight: 790 g Model #: PRO-MGH-C Included with this Cooler is two Prolimatech Aluminum bladed 140mm “Vortex” fans. Each fan includes a 3 pin resistor for under powering the fan to 1600 RPM, 1200 RPM or 900 . . .

1064290351b5292532ec49ef66610853 CyberTheater.com 2012-01-25T15:12:25

Apple TV has long been said to be simply a hobby by iconic figures like Steve Jobs himself. However, rumors have been heating up as of late that say Apple is looking to take things a step further and release an actual television complete with things such as Siri and the software currently featured on [...]

ab7d4a5933ed4c2403e9880dea3901ed hardCOREware Feed 2012-01-25T00:02:41

When choosing a case to build a PC in, there are quite a few things to consider. First and foremost is the design, for most people. Do you choose a case that is highlighted by fan shrouds, lights, moving parts, and bells and whistles? Or do you want one with a more subtle aesthetic. One [...]

ca096f4cb940fed358d9f45a1b476ab7 CyberTheater.com 2012-01-23T20:43:45

What happens when you want to consume all of your high definition content on the go? Normally, you would have to opt for a smartphone, tablet or other portable device that allows you view said content on a less than optimal screen size.  Luckily, thanks to Sony’s HMZ-T1 wearable 2D/3D HDTV, that is now a [...]

20bf689b2aa50fe93ce745a27b325feb Case Mod Blog 2012-01-20T23:53:46

When Mike Henry (aka ikem) isn’t extinguishing  fires or rescuing people as a Fire Fighter, he enjoys case modding as hobby. The canvas Mike chose for “Project Citrus” was  Lian Li’s A05-N micro tower. It has become very popular among PC build and mod enthusiasts.  It features a small, all aluminum design that provides excellent cooling with two 120mm fans and enough room to support two 5.25 devices, a 3.5 device and 3 hard disk drives. With the built in rubber rings, the hard disk drive noise is kept to a minimum. Of course Mike is never satisfied with factory stock options, so lets what he did to his A05-N. . . .

bb4e985be1336ed3ae9b19c221ad0813 hardCOREware Feed 2012-01-18T14:43:33

As you can see, we are participating in the protest against the SOPA and PIPA bills. If you want to know why, just watch these quick 4 minute videos. They should make things pretty clear

c34b7384d1f9b66ea248e7a527e9c686 Case Mod Blog 2012-01-18T07:03:24

Mnpctech was honored to receive very first sample of  NZXT‘s new Switch 810 Full Tower, to modify for their Hotel Suite in Palazzo in Las Vegas for 2012 CES. A detailed review of the NZXT Switch 810 will be available soon on YouTube Video of Photo session for “Future Noire” and other PC for 2012 CES The side panel mural was hand airbrushed by Brad Galvin. All of the distressed and weathered surface effects were created with a Dremel and various attachments including reinforced 1.5″ cutting wheel and engraving bit #107. The Chinese Dragon guarding the rear of the PC was laser cut from 3/16″ thick Steel. The Custom vents . . .

071154f3951c00c2c7bc0cb3534afa72 CyberTheater.com 2012-01-18T00:12:51

Nintendo has been showcasing the Wii U at CES these days, and new rumors around the new console have been appearing. One such rumor suggests that the Wii U will support two touchscreen controllers, instead of just one as Nintendo has so far showcased. Two controllers will definitely be something that gamers will appreciate, but [...]

68e08497bf1a056a11ce730b76095dae Case Mod Blog 2012-01-16T00:18:57

Rikuntyudady is an avid PC Modder and lives in Shizuoka, Japan. Here is one of his most recent projects involving an Antec Twelve Hundred tower. He enclosed the 5.25″ optical bay with acrylic. Two 120mm fans were incorporated into the custom bay shroud. Fans and lights are connected to Lamptron “FAN-ATIC” The 5.25 bay shroud was covered with 3M Di-Noc Carbon Fiber with “TWELVE HUNDRED” cut out. The factory side panel was replaced with hinged acrylic access doors.  View of the PSU is blocked by Di-Noc Carbon Fiber covered acrylic sheet. EL Tape used to illuminate flame cut-outs made in the film, later applied to Smoke Acrylic pieces attached to  . . .

65642c1a2cb9e4530603f2b739587526 Case Mod Blog 2012-01-16T00:18:56

Enermax have recently released there supersized tower the FULMO GT, Toby Kirkby was lucky enough to get his hands on this mighty sized case and share it with us! OUTSIDE – First impressions Looking at the outside it is clear to see one dominating feature this being it’s HUGE size, this case means business, with outer dimensions of D 674 x W 235 x H 640 (mm), the case is also outfitted with four USB3 ports and eSATA. An additional dial and button control the speed and LED pattern of some of the pre-installed Vegas blue fans A rather attractive theme carried on the case is the use of honeycomb, . . .

d3c5d66da097d5ae8ee3604f44f2d179 Case Mod Blog 2012-01-16T00:18:54

Doug Gambor wanted to view his system and optical drives from one point of view, so he chopped and twisted his Cooler Master ATC’s bezel a full 90 degrees. He also fabricated a new back panel, so he could add ducting for the Corsair H70 radiator and relocate the  power supply to the bottom.  Progress of the twisted ATC 220b chassis. The entire system was later enclosed under a hinged window frame. Doug – “It seems to me, it’s better to have the processor, video card, and hard drives separated as much as possible, for what I think think is better cooling.” Doug’s customized grill looks like a Turbine jet Engine. . . .

7f9cb0f1ed3ff9dbc2e4dba05b9418fc Case Mod Blog 2012-01-16T00:18:52

Last time we shared Mnpctech’s BF3 progress, they had stripped down the Arc Midi Mid tower for PC Case Handles, added bullet holes and airbrushed mural, The system hardware has finally arrived, and they’re armed with our rattle cans again! This video shares a glimpse into the techniques for spray painting the camouflage patterns on the exterior of Fractal-Design Arc Midi. Video was produced by Josh Smith at Fractal-Design NA. The entire interior of the Arc Midi, including all of the shrouds and covers were also painted camouflage, including all of the 140mm Honeycomb Fan Grills for the exhaust and floor intake. Supplies in order of Use. 1. Red Scotch . . .

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