• Fractal Design Arc Midi Tower

    Updated: 2012-01-30 21:18:55
    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!

  • HCW is on the move again!

    Updated: 2012-01-30 03:18:23
    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!

  • Bitfenix Raider Midi Tower Review

    Updated: 2012-01-29 23:23:18
    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 . . .

  • Prolimatech Megahalems CPU Cooler / PC Mod Package Giveaway!

    Updated: 2012-01-25 22:54:36
    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 . . .

  • Apple TV Not Going Anywhere

    Updated: 2012-01-25 15:12:25
    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 [...]

  • Fractal Design Define R3 Case Review

    Updated: 2012-01-25 00:02:41
    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 [...]

  • Sony HMZ-T1 Wearable 2D/3D HDTV Available on Amazon

    Updated: 2012-01-23 20:43:45
    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 [...]

  • “Project CITRUS” Lian Li A05N PC is UBER Clean.

    Updated: 2012-01-20 23:53:46
    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. . . .

  • Protect the Internet

    Updated: 2012-01-18 14:43:33
    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

  • 1st Official NZXT Switch 810 Case Mod, “FUTURE NOIRE” lands in Vegas.

    Updated: 2012-01-18 07:03:24
    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 . . .

  • Nintendo’s Wii U could support two controllers

    Updated: 2012-01-18 00:12:51
    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 [...]

  • Stellar Antec 1200 Case Mod from Shizuoka, Japan.

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:57
    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  . . .

  • Enermax FULMO GT Super Tower Case Review.

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:56
    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, . . .

  • Chopped & Twisted Cooler Master Case Mod, “00 InfiniTiS 00″

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:54
    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. . . .

  • “Battlefield 3″ PC hardware gets armed with camo case mods!

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:52
    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 . . .

  • Silverstone TJ11 PC to rule over all others, “TJ11 Carbon” by kier.

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:50
    Last time we saw kier’s Silverstone TJ11, it was getting “di-noc’d” for first time on our blog, here  Dutch Modder, Kier is a resident “Mod God” in our PC hardware & Modding community.  kier covered portions of exterior and interior with 3M Di-Noc Carbon Fiber Sheets A second mid plate was added, so space was created for two Aquaero VFs to be visible below the window. Case: Silverstone TJ11 PSU: Be Quit 1200w Motherboard: REX III Processor: I7 930 GPU: 3 x GTX 480 Memory: 6 x 2GB Corsair DDR3 1600 HDD: 1 x SSD 120GB And 4x 1 GB sata hdd’s Cooling components: 6x Cooler Master Excalibur fans 2x . . .

  • The “Gymkhana” Case Mod is Tribute to Ken Block!

    Updated: 2012-01-16 00:18:48
    “Gymkhana” PC is Szilárd Böszörményi’s first case modding project. Everything about this case mod is meticulously detailed. Szilárd hails from Hungary and is known by his peers as “Moddingboy”. Like many other Rally fans, he enjoys watching Ken Block steer his Ford Fiesta through the popular “Gymkhana” videos. Szilárd wanted his PC to compliment the visuals of Ken Block’s Fiesta. Block is best known for his gymkhana skills, as over 85 million online video views will attest. In his specially-prepared Ford Fiesta Gymkhana car, Block combines laser-precise driving with tire-smoking fury to perform seemingly impossible moves. His on-road acrobatics require a vehicle that can deliver intense power through all four . . .

  • Crucial M4 SSD hit by bug, fix coming soon

    Updated: 2012-01-06 04:47:07
    A product we awarded last year has been hit with a bug, but a fix is coming soon. Here are the details.

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