Computer Case suggestions for ASUS A7V133/TBIRD CPU?

[uncle_bent]

I am switching to an Athlon T-BIRD on an ASUS A7V133 motherboard. I want a good mid-tower ATX case. I would like something well thought-out that is easy to open (thumb-screws are a must), easy to swap components in and out of, with good clearance that cools well. Does anyone have a favorite case they can suggest? Thanks for any advice you can offer.

[Randy_tx]

Enlight makes a good box.....but they charge plenty for it http://www.PCGuide.com/ubb/biggrin.gif

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[hiredgoonz]

Antec and Inwin are both good companies...Antec is a little more expensive, but Inwin cases meet all the requirements for the Athlons...

[setoguro]

I have the Asus A7V133 with a mid-tower case with 4 51/2" bays but because of the daughter board and a few other things sticking up I can only use the top 2 bays. So what ever you buy make sure your going to have enough room. I think I'll eventually get a full-tower for it.

[bassvax]

I am using that mobo in an Antec with 3-5 1/2" bays...all accessible. The top and both sides come off easily with toolless screws. An excellent cooling feature is that both side panels have vent holes from top to bottom in the first 25%. Both side panels have indentations for gripping when removing. I paid $79 with a 300w PS. I believe the model number is KS282.

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[Rick]

I Have a number of cases from 3 companies. All of them would work for the Athlon T-BIRD

One company is Enlight another is Inwin

The Best I've found so far is a No Name case from a local VAR.
It has more room on both sides of the case for air flow.
It's about one inch wider than all the others.
Has an exhaust port inline with the CPU Just above and to the left of the external port connections .(Keyboard mouse)

Best thing I can suggest is check out what the local VAR's have to offer

[uncle_bent]

Thanks for the suggestions and info. Any additional suggestions are welcome. I should be making a decision within a week or so.

[JellyBelly]

Uncle_Bent,
I would check out the Antec SX830 http://www.antec-inc.com/product/cases/wkstion.htm
or the SX1030 http://www.antec-inc.com/product/cases/sohoser.htm

I got the SX1030 from EMScomputing for $101(including shipping) and I love it. It comes with two fans, and mounting for two more. Also has a 300 Watt Power Supply. The case does a good job of moving air...nice and cool. If you don't mind spending the money it's a great case. A cheaper alternative would be the Enlight 7237(about $75-$80 including shipping).
Check out Pricewatch.com for the best price.

[uncle_bent]

Thought I would do a quick follow-up for the benefit of those who are also looking for a good case. I ended up getting an Antec SX1030 (Thank you JellyBelly, for the suggestion). This is a wonderful case. It's solid and stoutly built with a smooth-working side panel catch. The panels slip into place and pull out with no jiggling or jostling. All the motherboard screws holes are accommodated. Adapter slots are at just the right height and distance from the edge of the motherboard so there is no extra pressure necessary when screwing them in place. The Case is just large enough to expose the entire motherboard, even with all the drive cages in place, so that none of it is hidden from view. The 3.5" drive cages slide in and out and have a single lever that locks them securely in place. This operation doesn't take as much time as reading these two sentences. There are rails (attached to the inside bottom of the case) that can be removed and attached to the sides of any 5.25" drive. This allows these larger drives to slide in to the large slots and "click" firmly into place. They glide in there smooth as silk. You just press the catches on each side of the drive simultaneously and presto, they slide right out again. The external drive face plates matched the cutouts precisely on the front panel (a very unusual experience for me) There are two extra cooling fans at the back of the case, two fan cages at the front (screwless variety). There is a good-quality 300w power supply. All screws and standoffs, as well as power and IDE cables are supplied. It even has a little users manual!

Let me cut to the chase: I love this case. If it could cook I'd marry it. (Stop me if I'm going overboard here) Thanks for your comments.

[This message has been edited by uncle_bent (edited 04-25-2001).]

[mjc]

Just disconnect the power to the fans and I bet it will cook http://www.PCGuide.com/ubb/biggrin.gif http://www.PCGuide.com/ubb/biggrin.gif .

Sounds like a gerat case, I'll check it out.

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