Computer case buying tips
Purchasing a computer case is not something to consider if you are buying a computer from an OEM such as Dell or Hewlett Packard.
However, for those building a computer it can be an important
consideration. Below is a listing of different considerations to look at
when buying a computer case.
Color and case type
Today, there are a wide variety of computer case
colors and case sizes for the PC. When looking at the case, consider the
color of the case and its size. Most cases come in either urban white
or white. Additional information about the computer chassis including
the color and size can be found on our chassis definition.
Location and size
Before purchasing a computer case you should think out where the computer is going to be placed.
- Is it going to be on your desk or your floor?
- Is it going to have enough space at its location with the monitor and other peripherals possibly next to it?
- If it's in a bedroom will it be quiet enough if left on while you sleep?
Upgrade availability
- Does the case have enough bays for adding additional hard drives or other drives?
- Does the case have the availability for slots for additional expansion cards to be placed in?
- Is the computer easy to work in or will it have to be completely disassembled to get to certain parts of the computer?
Motherboard
If you are assembling your own computer, make sure that the motherboard
form factor you plan to purchase is going to be able to fit into the
computer case. The standard motherboard form factor today is ATX or microATX.
Power supply
If you are assembling your own computer, make sure that the computer case either comes with a power supply or that the power supply you plan on purchasing will fit into the computer case.
Additionally,
if you are building a gaming computer with an advanced video card make
sure that the power supply is big enough to support the video card along
with all other hardware in the computer. If you cannot find the video
card recommended power supply requirement, we suggest using at least a
500W PSU.
Service
Many case manufacturers are creating their cases
solely for computer manufactures and may not sell to end-users. If you
are building a computer and able to order such a case, it is likely that
service or support may be slim or not available as well as long
distance. Take this into consideration when purchasing a computer case.
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