HTPC case

[fasterthanlight]

I am looking to get a nice and inexpensive case for my 2 tv setups.

I need a black case that is microATX and has a front display with a clock. I also need that software to accept the WMC remote through IR.

Are there any ideas that people have out there?

I currently have the Antec Fusion case, I am not a fan of the front display though.

 

[Howry]

I dont have an answer for you but you might want to look at this.

If you can find a case that has a 5-1/4 bay slot and the ability to use your remote you can always add something like http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0314319
to get your clock etc. I looked on the egg and couldnt find anything inexpensive that had all the options you were looking for.

 

[Howry]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811204035

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811996003&nm_mc=OTC-Froogle&cm_mmc=OTC-Froogle-_-Controllers+/+Panels+-+etc.-_-NMEDIAPC-_-11996003

Actually I think this may do it for you. Not a bad look IMO.

 

[klezmer41]

I bought the Silverstone GD05, but I haven't received it yet so hopefully it's cool. The reviews are good and if you must conceal the optical drive there's a GD04 for that. Here's my build: http://www.slickbuilds.com/build/view/2

 

[prestonrichmond]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129054

Although not cheep. But a very good case, I bought one when they were $130. Has Built in Clock, and IR receiver, only slight problem I have with it, is that there's a slight lag between pressing buttons, and on-screen actions, but I believe that's because the IR receiver is software based. and it not to bad of a lag, so it doesn't bother me too bad. And once in a while it will freeze up, and il have to remote in to restart the program...about once every month or two. I have more problems with tuners not recording things then remote issues.

 

[ioric18]

Same here. Looking for 1 ~50 bucks...

 

[CrimandEvil]

I need a black case that is microATX and has a front display with a clock.

I currently have the Antec Fusion case, I am not a fan of the front display though.

I'm curious as to why you want a LCD display on the case even though the one you currently have on your Fusion is subpar. Here's a hint: they don't get better then that. Nearly all cases with LCDs on them are using Imon LCDs and Imon isn't very well regarded among the HTPC community due to their pretty crappy software and limited support.

Honestly, I don't understand the requirement for one if you don't much like the one you hae already, they don't get any "better."

 

[CrimandEvil]

Same here. Looking for 1 ~50 bucks...

Here's a range of cases:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811154062
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811154087
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811121116
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811121100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811204040
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163174
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811153123
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811108403
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811204035
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163166
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163158
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811204036
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129034
http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...=product_info&cPath=103_162&products_id=26283

I've owned both of these cases and really enjoyed them as HTPC cases:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811121100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129034

 

[Fallon]

I'm looking at getting a Silverstone GD04 or 05, possibly a LC series.

 

[charlywiggin]

If you want a compact case, I'm using this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129080

 

[AQ_OC]

I've owned both of these cases and really enjoyed them as HTPC cases:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811121100

Will this case

fit an mini-ITX mobo? I'm asking if it has the needed holes/standoffs.

 

[CrimandEvil]

Yes it does, it fit my mITX boards. (I had one of those cases, nice cheap HTPC case).

 

[AQ_OC]

Thanks, CrimandEvil.

 

[CrimandEvil]

No problem. Just so you know, you might want to convert the PSU to a modular one (not replace it cause it's a special form factor that has no modular version) by shorting the cables and either buying or making your own modular cables like these

The hard drives sit right against the PSU's cable outlet and it gets cramped. The data SATA cable kept getting knocked out by the PSU's cable bundle outlet when I would button up the system. The next time I get one of those cases I will be making modular cables for the PSU.