3U rack case - recomendations?
Printed From: Speakerplans.com
Category: Other Chat
Forum Name: Computer Talk
Forum Description: Help and discussion about your manly PC or girly Mac
URL: https://forum.speakerplans.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=39879
Printed Date: 27 March 2026 at 11:02am
Software Version: Web Wiz Forums 12.08 - https://www.webwizforums.com
Topic: 3U rack case - recomendations?
Posted By: mk2_ginger_biscuit69
Subject: 3U rack case - recomendations?
Date Posted: 06 June 2010 at 9:11pm
|
id like to recase my computer into a 3u rack, every time it gets moved im worried its going to die and is awkward (3U as i have a rackbag spare which would be perfect!). Most the ones out there are really ugly server type cases. Currently got a decent quality giant Antec thing, silent pc build, everythings really well built, solid walls, rubber antishock/vibration mounts for all hardware etc etc.
The company carillon used to trade these prebuilds, very expensive for what they were, but sexy cases!!
 Not worried about the 'audio production' gimmicks, i dont use any. Just want a good looking 3u case which will take standard desktop windows components in (got everything so dont need one with PSU or fans if i can help it.)
Any suggestions? Ta, Pat ------------- ''Remember that the object of a subwoofer is to enhance the output of your main speakers, not overpower it'' ''Dubstep - an elongated electronic fart'' |
Replies:
Posted By: dunc
Date Posted: 06 June 2010 at 10:13pm
|
http://www.xcase.co.uk/3u-short-rackmount-p/case-xcase-rm300s.htm
http://www.xcase.co.uk/product-p/case-compucase-3u.htm HTH Dunc
|
Posted By: mk2_ginger_biscuit69
Date Posted: 08 June 2010 at 3:41pm
|
thanks for the links, but very dull and server like. There must be something marketed for the domestic market not looking too bad! ------------- ''Remember that the object of a subwoofer is to enhance the output of your main speakers, not overpower it'' ''Dubstep - an elongated electronic fart'' |
Posted By: James Tengo
Date Posted: 08 June 2010 at 3:48pm
|
The terms "Domestic market" and "19" rack mount" don't really go together, so why would anyone design something with those two things in mind... |
Posted By: mk2_ginger_biscuit69
Date Posted: 08 June 2010 at 4:15pm
|
why do they put LED's in desktop pc components and viewing windows in cases!?
I know plenty of PC boffs who have 19" rackmount servers for their LANs in 'normal' domestic settings (normal for extremely nerdy advanced ICT students), they buy silly gimmics like LED fans which make the computer look radioactive through quaranteen style windows.
Even a server case for a more plush setting with some nice shiny chrome or something designed for a professional setting would be perfect, not something that looks like a transit vans radiator cover crossed with jeremy clarksons huge mouth impersonating a bentleys grill! ------------- ''Remember that the object of a subwoofer is to enhance the output of your main speakers, not overpower it'' ''Dubstep - an elongated electronic fart'' |
Posted By: matt andrews
Date Posted: 10 June 2010 at 7:20pm
|
I have an Xcase 4U shallow as my home server, would look great (in my opinion) in a high end home theatre rack. Not the best pic but it looks rather nice with its very clean front
http://picasaweb.google.com/matthewcandrews/Computers#5457828399315486434 - http://picasaweb.google.com/matthewcandrews/Computers#5457828399315486434
In summary +1 for xcase shallow cases
|
Posted By: djstefanos
Date Posted: 11 June 2010 at 12:11am
|
shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit, i just threw two out like that. LOOOOOL ------------- system: 20 x MA W8L 12 x MA W8LC 12 x MA W8LM 20 x MA S-218 8 x D.A.S. ST-112 |