Cases - The Basics

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[Dave]

Cases ? The Basics

As you may have noticed, in the world of computers, each one looks different and has a different feel to it. This can be due to user customization, but mainly its due to the computer case.

There are hundreds of different makes, models, varieties and colours to choose from, this article is set out to show you what?s available and in what kind of price range.


CASE BRANDS:

Gaming ? Thermaltake, RaidMax, Antec, Koolance,

Normal Desktop ? LianLi, Companies Own brand, Thermaltake, Enermax


LINKS:

http://www.thebestcasescenario.com/
http://www.xcase.co.uk/
http://www.ebuyer.co.uk
http://www.dabs.com
http://www.microdirect.co.uk
http://www.thermaltake.com
http://www.lian-li.com/main.htm


WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR:


Key features to look out for in a quality case are:

Tool-less entry
Stealth drives
Bundled fans (preferably 120mm)
Removable motherboard tray
Plenty drive bays
Sufficient cooling

Low Range - ?10 - ?45
Mid Range - ?45 - ?90
Top Range - ?90 - (anything up to ?200+)

Thank you, Dave