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Yeah, I think I've seen you mention this config somewhere. About the flex riser, I've found one that uses FFC cables that looks really promising when it comes to flexibility in tight spaces...

Been a long time, but I'm back. Anyhow, I've come up with a layout that would take advantage of the case's design: This would enable ~200mm graphics cards to be fitted inside while still allowing standard sized video cables to be connected. Graphics cards upto 280mm can also be fitted...

AMD did use a riser and a heavily modified Asrock Z97E-ITX/AC. You should take a look at Aibohphobia's illustrated observations here.

No, not yet. I just hope its <$500.

Not sure if its 100% accurate but it says the nano has a 175W TDP, powered by a single 8 pin power connector. Sounds about right though, considering the 290x has a TDP of ~290W. Source:http://wccftech.com/amd-radeon-fury-x-specs-fiji/

Yeah that's the case here. As for dust filters, I'd really love to get some in but will have to see if the space and/or cost permits it.

I'll definitely put more renders up as I go along but I'm keeping the interior under wraps for the time being.

Update 5/18/2015 Since the reception of the previous design was lukewarm, I've decided to go back to the original design which is better aesthetics wise, which is what this case is all about. Specifications Dimensions (when stood up vertically) Width: 85.5mm - 75.5mm Height: 318.5mm -...

That would be perfect if amd made the 390x 17cm. But right now all we can do is hope.

@esplin2966 Thanks for the heads up. I've been meaning to send a cad drawing to a manufacturer, I was just a bit held up the last few weeks. I'd probably get it done this week.

@iFreilicht yeah I preferred the first design as well (aesthetics wise). I really appreciate the feedback and I'll probably continue to improve the previous design. @SaperPL I'll probably be using investment casting to manufacture the case as it is precise and relatively cheap for smaller runs.

Update 4/17/2015 Sorry for the long hiatus as I've been pretty busy these last few weeks. Anyway, based on the feedback I got from my survey and some additional research, I've made some major design changes. The main thing is I optimized the case for air cooling and also decreased its size by...

Thanks, this was really helpful. I also found this page.

Thanks for the quick reply. So I found this: http://uk.hardware.info/reviews/4086/2/zalman-fx100-review-passive-ivy-bridge-cpu-cooler-how-we-test Looking at it, using synthetic heat sources to simulate the heat of pc components should be easily possible.

I was wondering if I could simulate the heat of computer components by using heating elements. I'm asking this question because I'm working on a computer case and needed to see how the cooling would behave. Unfortunately I currently don't have the funds for high end pc parts, so I thought...

This is going to be beneficial for a lot of people. Thanks for the enlightenment.

I don't think not having filters would be a problem, seeing how diminutive the case is. Sure, you'll have to clean it more often but as Urelure said, the performance will be better.

Small update I need your opinions on the USB placement on the case. I was thinking on the lines of pop out USB ports since I wanted to keep the front clean. Simple gif of where the usb ports may be placed: Also, here's where the power button(circle, bottom right) will reside: Thanks.

Question: Do you think air cooling is sufficient to keep all the components cool and quiet?

I think having a perforated top would be the best bet of making this workable, as all you have to do is screw on a fan to lower the temps and keep noise down. And it probably won't be to much of a hassle for the manufacturers as all they have to do is change the top to a perforated one.

If they manage to keep the noise in check at load I might look into it as well.

I agree, FlexATX power supplies aren't known for their quietness.

Are you trying to say that there's more limited airflow in the vertical position? Yeah, I designed it like that so as to hide the vents for aesthetic reasons. It may pose as a slight restriction to the overall airflow. I need to conduct some tests to see whether it limits airflow or not.This...

Update 3/13/2015 It's survey time! Please take this short survey to help me with the case before I go any further. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EYy1gjxnbYuhoNjkvrTMUCDMAq0z4xn5xfM9gjgnSAA/viewform?usp=send_form The image in the survey is a quick render of what the exterior is supposed to...

As promised, I did a little modelling to see whether or not a standard ATX power supply would fit in the case. Unfortunately, ATX power supplies are significantly larger than their SFX counter parts and I had to increase the width by 18mm and the height by 3mm. The reason for this is that my...

The angle may or may not effect the cooling efficiency, I'll need to test that. But the upside to this is that you can place it flush to a a wall/floor without the need for case feet or spacing as the case takes fresh air from the front and exhausts through the back. The RVZ02 is a good...

Finished the new layout: Would love to hear what you think about it. More updates here.

@SaperPL The reason why it will lose 240mm rad support is because the GPU board will be in the middle of the case, like so: You'd still have 240mm rad support if you use a GPU thats <=170mm. Though that kinda beats the purpose.

Here's the design with your suggestions: The problem with this layout is that I would have to make the case wider as there is only ~5mm between the GPU and MB. I would also lose support of the 240mm rad as you can see. I do agree with you that watercooling is to transfer the heat...

Maybe. But my goal here is to create a beautiful case that still can house powerful components. And that means having some tradeoffs. I think losing air cooling support for the CPU is a better tradeoff in my opinion than limiting card length to ITX as I designed this case to utilise more...

Yeah that would work. Though it would limit the case to only ITX type GPUs, so that's a pretty big drawback. It is still possible to use a standard 2 slot air cooled GPU: But to use an air cooled GPU I would recommend watercooling the CPU as they share so much of the same air space and...

So, messing around with the layout based on SaperPL's reply and this is what I came up with: This new layout has the Rad placed in the front, where it'll get the best ventilation and the GPU moved above the motherboard. Also, the PSU moved up top, requiring no more internal AC cabling like...

Yeah, but aren't they pretty hard to find? Even if you did manage to get one it'll probably be abysmal at best.

Yes there is an intake vent under the radiator. Yeah, it would fit a mATX Mobo but the matter is that mATX is not only longer, but also wider (305x240 vs 170x170). So there will be a lot of tradeoffs just to fit it in, which I think outweigh some of the advantages; I'll probably stick to...

If you mean why the GPU is angled, its because it would make for better airflow. See images below: If it was straight like this the GPU would become a major obstruction and the result of this would be poor airflow and thus poor cooling. By putting the GPU on an angle there would be a...

Yup

1. The Radiator+Fans will be placed under the GPU. Also note that the GPU is angled to allow better airflow. 2. Vibration is going to be a real challenge for this type of design. So I do have a few ideas to make sure that it is kept to a minimum: Having hilariously long screws :p...

Parallel TEN: a cast aluminum Mini-ITX case for enthusiasts (Originally: "A SFF case with a difference") A unique Mini-ITX case born from the need of a better looking 'steam machine' style case. Update 5/18/2015 Since the reception of the previous design was lukewarm, I've decided to...