PC Modding

slyheron13 said:Does anyone happen to know where I might be able to find a Thermaltake V9 case locally? If it's not available here, maybe through an online retailer or eBay. Thanks.

http://www.newegg.com/

Maybe ask if they can special order it for you, though in my humble opinion, there are better cases out there.

Edward Peterson70 said:http://www.newegg.com/

Just ask the guy if he can order it for you, though IMO there are way better cases out there.

And which ones are better in your opinion? I couldn't find anything similar, so I'm asking.

slyheron13 said:In your opinion, which one would that be? I haven't come across anything quite like it, so I thought I'd ask.

The Thermaltake V9 is currently sitting at around $90.
They are listed according to price.

Sharkoon Rebel9 Economy-Edition

Chieftec BA-02B-B-B

The Gigabyte series GX-01B from Chieftec.

The Sharkoon Rebel 12 Economy Edition remains a notable entry in its class. While it may lack some of the premium flourishes found in high-end enthusiast chassis, it provides a solid foundation for those looking to build a reliable system without overspending. It is a practical choice for users who prioritize function and value over sheer aesthetics.

The Antec P182 chassis.It is remarkably quiet.

The Cooler Master HAF 932 case.

The Cooler Master Cosmos case. It is remarkably quiet.

This is the closest thing to what you are looking for.

The Thermaltake VI1000BWS M9 remains an interesting piece of hardware for those looking at specific power requirements within their builds. It’s a solid option if you're aiming for reliability in that particular tier of power supply.

Both Thermaltake and Chieftec offer side panels for purchase. You can choose between clear acrylic options or versions that come equipped with integrated fans.

Here’s my collection of bins

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http://img136.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54215tg6.jpg
http://img211.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54216bh9.jpg
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Nothing too wild—just two neon strips and some water cooling. 😉

Maybe try actually tidying up those cables for once.

And I honestly have no clue what to do with them—nowhere to stash them. I swapped out those wide bays meant for CD/DVD drives or hard drives for the round ones, but I’m still totally lost on what to do with this power supply bay...🙄🙄🤷

placidgardener92 said:here’s my pile of junk

http://img136.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54214gl8.jpg
http://img136.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54215tg6.jpg
http://img211.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54216bh9.jpg
http://img211.imageshack.us/my.php?i...uc54209we0.jpg

nothing crazy—just two neon strips and water cooling 😉

what kind of specs are you running (since you're using water cooling)? because that GPU looks pretty mediocre.

slyheron13 said:What kind of setup are we talking about here—if he's running liquid cooling—because the GPU doesn't look particularly impressive?

He likely went with water cooling just for the aesthetic and that sense of "cool factor."

Perhaps it’s because of the silence, isn't it? 😉

Edward Peterson70 said:Maybe he was just looking for a quieter build? 😉

If silence were actually his priority, he would have gone with this instead.🙂

Anthony Scott93 said:If his main priority was noise levels, he would have gone with this instead.🙂

Do you think that works well as a passive solution? 😉

And by the way, not everyone is throwing money around. End of discussion.

Isn't it just a well-known fact that liquid cooling equals silence? 🙂
Especially when you consider those more budget-friendly options...

Anthony Scott93 said:If he was just looking for silence, he’d grab this instead.🙂

Jimmy hit the nail on the head—it's definitely not meant for a silent build.

I'd also wonder... how would you even mount this to an LGA socket? And what kind of heatsink would you put on top to make sure it stays steady without totally crushing the CPU?

I’d probably strip the motherboard down too 😬

Also, this is a DIY water cooling setup, so I’m fairly certain it’s a much better value than that passive heatsink requiring a fan—at least, that's my take since the fins look quite dense. Plus, with a liquid loop, you have the flexibility to cool more components at once

Dammit, I messed up... I've got a fever, so I'm going to be a bit brief.

I'm about to pick up a new case. Anyone got any solid recommendations??

How much capital are we talking about here? A skyscraper? Retail spaces?

A buddy of mine picked up this; it looks incredible, but honestly, the price tag is just way out of my league...

But man, the aesthetics are flawless, and just imagine pairing it with a side vent from a 9-inch fan...
I'll post a photo of it sometime...

Joseph Carter9 said:A buddy of mine picked up this; looks killer, but honestly? The price tag is just too steep for me...

But man, it looks amazing. And just imagine if you added a 3-inch side fan to the mix...
I'll try to post a pic sometime...

It’s all about preference, right? Personally, I’d take a beat-up Powerhouse that lasts ten years over some flashy Heatwave that dies in six months. 😁

I’ve never been much of a fan of those pre-built cases that come cluttered with all sorts of random fans and extra junk right out of the box...
A custom build is still a custom build, even if its design language traces back to Microsoft 😁