neo2810 Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 I've upgraded just about everything in my rig now apart from the case, which I've been refilling for about 6 years. It's outdated and full of custom holes where I've retro fitted fans and lights. I decided it's time for a new one so I've ordered an NZXT Phantom in White and must admit to getting a little geeky drool on when I look at it. I'll be performing a careful transplant tomorrow http://www.nzxt.com/new/images/_upload/product_gallery/IMG_7593.jpg http://thebestcasescenario.com/oneslowz28/newsdesk/NZXT_Phantom/phantom_white_interior.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Plethora Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 Looks a bit of a beast. Seems odd that people spend thousands on components and about 30 quid on a case. My Lian Li for my PC has lasted 5 years so far, I have a Lian Li desktop under the TV as a media centre and another tower case for gaming. Silverstone do some decent stuff as well but its all pricey stuff. Are you considering water cooling in the future? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nasoup Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 That thing looks like a spaceship! Even so, it still makes you sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo2810 Posted December 3, 2010 Author Share Posted December 3, 2010 Looks a bit of a beast. Seems odd that people spend thousands on components and about 30 quid on a case. My Lian Li for my PC has lasted 5 years so far, I have a Lian Li desktop under the TV as a media centre and another tower case for gaming. Silverstone do some decent stuff as well but its all pricey stuff. Are you considering water cooling in the future? Yeah, I've had a couple of Lian-Li's myself and liked them very much, classy cases. This one has plenty of features I want/need and I love the apple look of it. I had a water cooled case a couple of years ago but condensation was an issue (cheap parts and bad connections) so I've stuck to air till now. I do intend to switch again but properly and when I've got more time to research the best options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted December 3, 2010 Share Posted December 3, 2010 Stuff it all in one of these, then you can pretend you have a proper computer http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Apple-Power-Mac-G5-Dual-1-8Ghz-Case-Only_W0QQitemZ180594295871QQcategoryZ4603QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%26otn%3D15%26pmod%3D370297337196%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D5397453155487591113#ht_500wt_951 http://viewgadgets.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/mac_desktop.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo2810 Posted December 4, 2010 Author Share Posted December 4, 2010 I like my PC's to work with games... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BazzaAlpine Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 Stuff it all in one of these, then you can pretend you have a proper computer http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Apple-Power-Mac-G5-Dual-1-8Ghz-Case-Only_W0QQitemZ180594295871QQcategoryZ4603QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%26otn%3D15%26pmod%3D370297337196%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D5397453155487591113#ht_500wt_951 http://viewgadgets.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/mac_desktop.jpg Got 2 of these at work for compatibility testing. Bloody solid case and nice layout for upgrading to a degree. Get the feeling you could throw it out the window (and been tempted) and it would still work. Pity it's a Mac. Love the OP's new case, would a nVidia GTX 480 / 580 fit in it though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo2810 Posted December 4, 2010 Author Share Posted December 4, 2010 Love the OP's new case, would a nVidia GTX 480 / 580 fit in it though? I bloody hope so..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BazzaAlpine Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 Well it looks like it should do....just. It's scarey how long those cards are. Just don't go fitting a dvd drive to the bottom slot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 Reminds me of Eve from Wall-E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 I quite liked the G5 mod idea, but looking into it there's a heap of work involved to do it properly. I'll stick with my PC ATX Case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 THe OP's new case looks like an LFA, after a visit to the car crusher. Compact & bijou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaveriK Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 I'll see your case and raise you a... http://gadgets.softpedia.com/images/gadgets/gallery/large/Antec-Skeleton-Computer-Case-1.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 ^^^ Those George Foreman grills are superb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 The Phantoms look great, lacks decent cooling for the money imo. http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/cases/2010/08/04/nzxt-phantom-case-review/1 We have one here in the workshop from testing, still deciding if we are going to a one off run of them in the future. Let us know how you get on with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo2810 Posted December 4, 2010 Author Share Posted December 4, 2010 No courier, no case. I'm guessing the bad weather affected their trip from collection depot to delivery depot so I'll no doubt get it Monday. I cant blame anyone as this weather is causing everyone problems but I'll be getting my Saturday next day delivery charge back... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted December 4, 2010 Share Posted December 4, 2010 I don't blame you getting excited! That is a stunning case! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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