I have an HP DC500 MT (Micro Tower) and the case is a bit damaged and im planing on getting a new case for it so me question for you is what kind of case do I need I dont no if i need? Also I am planing on getting a new power supply for it to support the graphics card i recently purchased is there a certain size power supply I need if so what size?Help with getting a new computer case?
I like the black and blue apevia x cruiser mid tower.
http://www.apevia.com/Products_Level3.as鈥?/a>Help with getting a new computer case?
Micro tower is the smallest, mini / midi tower are both ok, also its cheaper to by a case with power supply installed. depending on what hardware you have installed as to what power supply in the case you need. I would go for around a 500 to 650 watt power supply, can run more hardware is the system then.
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Andrew
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Can someone link a motherboard that will fit in a Thermaltake VF1000BWS LANBOX Computer Case?
I am basicly looking for a motherboard that will be able to fit, so i can start to check out prices of motherboards and combos with CPUsCan someone link a motherboard that will fit in a Thermaltake VF1000BWS LANBOX Computer Case?
Any micro ATX motherboard would fit.
Any micro ATX motherboard would fit.
I have a cq5210y and they say the computer case is a ';mini-tower'; will a 400w+ power supply fit?
My computer comes with a 250w power supply and I would like to get a 400w or larger PSU so i can upgrade the integrated graphics card. Are the dimensions of my computers case going to make it impossible for me to get a higher watt psu?I have a cq5210y and they say the computer case is a ';mini-tower'; will a 400w+ power supply fit?
COMPAQ PRESARIO CQ5210Y DESKTOP PC
has a Part Number 5188-2622
250-watt (max) power supply (Zinfandel), Bestec ATX-250-12V)
Since it is ATX, you can replace it with another ATX size power supply with higher wattage. It is a standard size.I have a cq5210y and they say the computer case is a ';mini-tower'; will a 400w+ power supply fit?
The wattage doesn't matter. On the power supply specs it should say what type of case it will fit. If not, try to find one that does. If all else fails, find a local computer hardware store and compare sizes. Plus, they might be able to tell you ahead of time if a particular power supply will fit.
COMPAQ PRESARIO CQ5210Y DESKTOP PC
has a Part Number 5188-2622
250-watt (max) power supply (Zinfandel), Bestec ATX-250-12V)
Since it is ATX, you can replace it with another ATX size power supply with higher wattage. It is a standard size.I have a cq5210y and they say the computer case is a ';mini-tower'; will a 400w+ power supply fit?
The wattage doesn't matter. On the power supply specs it should say what type of case it will fit. If not, try to find one that does. If all else fails, find a local computer hardware store and compare sizes. Plus, they might be able to tell you ahead of time if a particular power supply will fit.
What are the guidelines for opening up a computer case/tower?
i want to add more memory to my computer but i dont want to hand it to someone and let them do it because i dont want to may 50 bucks. So i want t do it myself but my friend told me that there are some guidelines before i open the computer. So I was wondering if someone can give me those guidelines so i dont mess up my computer. thanksWhat are the guidelines for opening up a computer case/tower?
just make sure to wear anti-static wrist strap or if you don't have one, ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal object to discharge any static electricity in your hands. make sure too that you work on a non-carpeted surface so that any rubbing won't ionize any part of your body. wood is a nice work table.What are the guidelines for opening up a computer case/tower?
Static electricity is going to be your biggest foe. Generally, you can safely open it without worrying about anything, but I do know that you can fry some crucial components on a system if you discharge static into them..
So, touch the doorknob or something metal to get rid of that problem before you open it up.
Also, make sure you are not using a magnetized screw driver to pop it open.
When you install memory, it should go in relatively smoothly. If you are forcing anything in the case to go somewhere, you will break your computer. RAM slots usually have tabs that you need to move to make sure the memory goes in properly. Look at your existing RAM to see how that works.
Other than that, you should be fine.
The only way touching a doorknob (as Pete said) would help is if the doorknob is grounded. You want to drain any possible static charge by touching GROUNDED bare metal.
A magnetic screwdriver will only really bother if you get too close to the hard drive (or any floppy disks) since most aren't highly magnetized (super magnets). but a non-magnetized screwdriver IS best to work around your computer. Oh, did you know that most (if not all) hard drives actually have 2-4 super magnets in them anyway? They're part of the head positioning mechanism.
While you have it open, also watch for any dust building up, especially on the CPU heatsink, and remove it. You should do this check every few months anyway, depending on how dusty the computer's environment is.
Turn off the computer, leave it plugged in but TURN OFF at the wall. This will keep the case grounded. Open the side and keep yourhand on the metal of the case to keep grounded. then install or do whatever you want to do
REMEMBER TO TURN OFF AT THE WALL SOCKET - this isolates the power but keps the earth connection
1. Unplug
2. If it's a standard case, unscrew the side panel and slide it off.
3. Touch some metal to discharge yourself.
4. Put memory in and put it all back together.
*Note about #2, I have no idea what computer you have.. so some computer cases can be ridiculously difficult and non logical to open the first time. That usually doesn't happen anymore with newer computers.
crucial.com has step by step instructions on their site. but just be sure you're grounded so static electricity doesn't cause a problem. the install guides are on the right side of this page in a drop down menu. http://www.crucial.com/store/listmodule.鈥?/a>
just make sure to wear anti-static wrist strap or if you don't have one, ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal object to discharge any static electricity in your hands. make sure too that you work on a non-carpeted surface so that any rubbing won't ionize any part of your body. wood is a nice work table.What are the guidelines for opening up a computer case/tower?
Static electricity is going to be your biggest foe. Generally, you can safely open it without worrying about anything, but I do know that you can fry some crucial components on a system if you discharge static into them..
So, touch the doorknob or something metal to get rid of that problem before you open it up.
Also, make sure you are not using a magnetized screw driver to pop it open.
When you install memory, it should go in relatively smoothly. If you are forcing anything in the case to go somewhere, you will break your computer. RAM slots usually have tabs that you need to move to make sure the memory goes in properly. Look at your existing RAM to see how that works.
Other than that, you should be fine.
The only way touching a doorknob (as Pete said) would help is if the doorknob is grounded. You want to drain any possible static charge by touching GROUNDED bare metal.
A magnetic screwdriver will only really bother if you get too close to the hard drive (or any floppy disks) since most aren't highly magnetized (super magnets). but a non-magnetized screwdriver IS best to work around your computer. Oh, did you know that most (if not all) hard drives actually have 2-4 super magnets in them anyway? They're part of the head positioning mechanism.
While you have it open, also watch for any dust building up, especially on the CPU heatsink, and remove it. You should do this check every few months anyway, depending on how dusty the computer's environment is.
Turn off the computer, leave it plugged in but TURN OFF at the wall. This will keep the case grounded. Open the side and keep yourhand on the metal of the case to keep grounded. then install or do whatever you want to do
REMEMBER TO TURN OFF AT THE WALL SOCKET - this isolates the power but keps the earth connection
1. Unplug
2. If it's a standard case, unscrew the side panel and slide it off.
3. Touch some metal to discharge yourself.
4. Put memory in and put it all back together.
*Note about #2, I have no idea what computer you have.. so some computer cases can be ridiculously difficult and non logical to open the first time. That usually doesn't happen anymore with newer computers.
crucial.com has step by step instructions on their site. but just be sure you're grounded so static electricity doesn't cause a problem. the install guides are on the right side of this page in a drop down menu. http://www.crucial.com/store/listmodule.鈥?/a>
Can you suggest a computer case for me?
I need a full tower case, which is capable of holding full sized graphics cards, a standard atx motherboard, two power supplies, 5 CD Drives, 4 Hard Drives a Water cooling raditor (the size of three 120mm fans) don't care about the price!Can you suggest a computer case for me?
Most full tower cases can do that but look at the CoolerMaster HAF 932-RC ...http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a> I think you will find it's what you want. My son has it and loves it...its a bit too heavy for me! I couldn't lift it fully loaded!
Most full tower cases can do that but look at the CoolerMaster HAF 932-RC ...http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a> I think you will find it's what you want. My son has it and loves it...its a bit too heavy for me! I couldn't lift it fully loaded!
Do you think that a red led computer case with a blue led keyboard and mouse is really ugly?
no it just sounds very bright.concealer makeup
Transferring PC Hardware to New Computer Case ?
I have an HP Pavilion Desktop which I recently upgraded with new hardware. However the space in this case is very cramped. Can I transfer all of my hardware into a new case like the ';Antec 900 Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case'; ??? If I buy the Zalman 9900 CPU Cooler, would it fit inside the Antec 900 ?Transferring PC Hardware to New Computer Case ?
You should check out the Antec 902 (Nine Hundred Two).
You can do that. Just remember to check if the case supports the size of your motherboard.Transferring PC Hardware to New Computer Case ?
Yes, all of the CPU coolers are designed to fit ATX cases and of course you can change the cases, cause all of those parts are removable which are in the desktop computers, you just have to:
1.Unplug all of the wires.
2.Remove hardwares.
3.Put them into the new case like that:
a) first attach CPU, its cooler and RAM into the mobo (motherboard) outside the case.
b) now put the mobo into the case, screw it down and install the GPU.
c) then install PSU and connect the cables
Hope that helps!
You should check out the Antec 902 (Nine Hundred Two).
You can do that. Just remember to check if the case supports the size of your motherboard.Transferring PC Hardware to New Computer Case ?
Yes, all of the CPU coolers are designed to fit ATX cases and of course you can change the cases, cause all of those parts are removable which are in the desktop computers, you just have to:
1.Unplug all of the wires.
2.Remove hardwares.
3.Put them into the new case like that:
a) first attach CPU, its cooler and RAM into the mobo (motherboard) outside the case.
b) now put the mobo into the case, screw it down and install the GPU.
c) then install PSU and connect the cables
Hope that helps!
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