Case Mod - In Progress Plexy HTPC [FINISHED]

Hi guys!

Here is my new project. Main idea is build small, stylish case with good airflow.

So i decide to use plexiglas for this build. I will use pieces of plexy 1 cm width and 0.5mm thickness.

Here is some concept pictures.

 

Nice design, what's up with the SATA cable?

 

I just sleeved cable so i stick it here for the picturing

 

Hey guys. Here is some update and new photos.

After measuring i drill holes in plexy pieces for case side panels.



After that i drill holes in base plexy for side panels holders.



First i try if it fits....



And then i assemble whole case to see how this looks like.




This is all for today.

 

looks realy nice, looking forward to more

 

Hi guys! Here is some little update after vacation

After cutting plexiglass i got rough surface...




After sanding i have perfect smooth surface.




I got 24pin extension cable so i use aquamarine blue cable sleeve and got this..






Next thing to do is assemble hdd holder and case is done...

 

Hey guys, new update is here

First I cut rubber for hdd to reduce vibrations.








Then i cut plexy piece for hdd holder.








And then i cut cover to hide hdd electronic.




I assemble all parts together to see how it looks.

 

Done!

 

Its a nice concept, could be nice to see it up and running.

 

How exactly are you going to power it?

I mean I love the design concept, but I think that sticking it onto an outboard PSU with the nest of wires that would bring would ruin how beautifully clean it looks.

Great build otherwise

 

Tnx guys.

Up and running.....

 

Really great build I love the idea.


BUT

Just a question. Why not make a similar looking case for the PSU and so a sort of hi-fi style stack?

 

Where exactly is the power button?

Looks very pretty. I like it a lot.

 

Looking good Congrats!

 

@Lance; great idea, i will build some more stuff when i catch some time.

@Zinfandel; power button is on back side, under motherboard.

@Moddingboy; tnx m8

 

Nice

 

Yeah what are u going 2 do with PSU ??? Some mini-psu or something like here http://www.mini-itx.com/store/?c=10

 

I dont know, for now i will use regular psu. Maybe some day i will buy something smaller.