small cube computer

Lanther · 01-27-2005, 11:22 PM

Has anyone tried one of these out yet? http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduc...150-028&DEPA=1
Was wondering how they do as far as overheating. Was looking to build a small extra system that didnt take up to much space

4W4K3 · 01-27-2005, 11:31 PM

They are hell to work in and install/uninstall stuff. With a decent 80-120mm fan overheating shoudln't be a problem...but don't look for running in the 20C range or anything lol. With a few decent mods you can get same/better coolin as a desktop...but they are VERY limited in space so you have to take that into consideration when choosing a cooler. Also some vodeo cards will NOT fit in the case, the PCB design is jsut too tall/wide and the top of the case won't close. with a simple dremel you cna cut a nice chimney in the case, but then your video card is exposed to everything so it's up to you.

Despite those dislikes...i rather think they are sexy

with a little hardware research you should be able to avoid crapmed hardware and a cooler than won't fit.

Lanther · 01-27-2005, 11:46 PM

Thanks video wouldnt be an issue really. It will be a build for my wife and she doesnt game she just mainly uses the computer for the internet and her email am going to go with one of these or a laptop.

4W4K3 · 01-27-2005, 11:58 PM

ah cool, the older cards usually aren't big (unless it's archaic lol...then its flippin' huge) Are you getting a micro-atx board with onboard gfx? that would solve it right there...

PC Technology INC. · 01-28-2005, 12:12 AM

This box is called XPC.
You have to get a all-in-one motherboard and a special power supply (which should be included).
This thing is awesome!

tomprice43 · 01-28-2005, 11:16 PM

a motherboard with onboard graphics card would be best but check all your parts to check if they will fit.

Lanther · 01-28-2005, 11:19 PM

one i was looking at was a bundle came with the case and motherboard

tomprice43 · 01-28-2005, 11:24 PM

wat bout psu

01-27-2005, 11:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Lanther Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Age: 31 Posts: 231	small cube computer Has anyone tried one of these out yet? http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduc...150-028&DEPA=1 Was wondering how they do as far as overheating. Was looking to build a small extra system that didnt take up to much space

01-27-2005, 11:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
4W4K3 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Lewisville, TX Age: 20 Posts: 6,875	They are hell to work in and install/uninstall stuff. With a decent 80-120mm fan overheating shoudln't be a problem...but don't look for running in the 20C range or anything lol. With a few decent mods you can get same/better coolin as a desktop...but they are VERY limited in space so you have to take that into consideration when choosing a cooler. Also some vodeo cards will NOT fit in the case, the PCB design is jsut too tall/wide and the top of the case won't close. with a simple dremel you cna cut a nice chimney in the case, but then your video card is exposed to everything so it's up to you. Despite those dislikes...i rather think they are sexy with a little hardware research you should be able to avoid crapmed hardware and a cooler than won't fit. __________________ My Computer I choose to believe what I was programmed to believe. Can I eat your brain? FOLDING FOR THE GOOD OF MANKIND :F@H Team 44358

01-27-2005, 11:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
4W4K3 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Lewisville, TX Age: 20 Posts: 6,875	ah cool, the older cards usually aren't big (unless it's archaic lol...then its flippin' huge) Are you getting a micro-atx board with onboard gfx? that would solve it right there... __________________ My Computer I choose to believe what I was programmed to believe. Can I eat your brain? FOLDING FOR THE GOOD OF MANKIND :F@H Team 44358

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01-27-2005, 11:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
Lanther Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Age: 31 Posts: 231	Thanks video wouldnt be an issue really. It will be a build for my wife and she doesnt game she just mainly uses the computer for the internet and her email am going to go with one of these or a laptop.

01-28-2005, 12:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
PC Technology INC. banned Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Montreal, Quebec Age: 19 Posts: 281	This box is called XPC. You have to get a all-in-one motherboard and a special power supply (which should be included). This thing is awesome!

01-28-2005, 11:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
tomprice43 Silver Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 182	a motherboard with onboard graphics card would be best but check all your parts to check if they will fit.

01-28-2005, 11:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
Lanther Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas Age: 31 Posts: 231	one i was looking at was a bundle came with the case and motherboard

01-28-2005, 11:24 PM	#8 (permalink)
tomprice43 Silver Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 182	wat bout psu