I recently started building my own computer case. It's called a PC Cube because it is shaped like one, as in square, haha. A typical tower computer can only hold a certain amount of fans to keep it cool, unless you spend alot for a special one. A cube case is divided up into 2 sections so that the half that holds the motherboard stays cooler. The other side holds the drives and power supply. I will post more pictures as I do moew work on it. I decided to use some plywood and wood pieces that I had laying around. I still have the sides and top to make and fill in all the imperfections. Once done, I will let dry and sand it smooth. Then I am going to paint it a High Gloss Black. The side facing the motherboard will have a window showing the motherboard and all it's goodness. Why not show it off right??
Whenever you build your own, you either have to use parts from another case or you can buy the parts online at a case parts supplier. I bought my aluminum motherboard tray at a play called Performance-PCs.com. It was about $25.00 which is a really good price. I also got some other supplies at mnpctech.com. They offer some really interesting case modding supplies. If you do a search for case modding supplies, you can find a number of sites with what you need. A site called Mountain Mods has some cases similar to what I am making, but they are all aluminum and the cost between $250 and $500!! That's why I am making my own, alot cheaper! Besides, I can say that I made it, so that adds alot to the coolness factor!
I'll keep you posted on my progress. Cya!
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