Recent content by Notional

I originally pointed to the problem with 2-2½ PCI slots, primarily because of RTX cards. But outright 3 slots might be too much actually. I really like the original idea of the C4: An A4 with 24cm AIO support, pcb PCI extension and a slim small frame. With the classic layout, the case gets too...

I'm ok either way. Although I do like the current version. The hard riser just seems like a more sturdy design, a bit simpler too which will help with cable management. I will have my PC on the right with the AIO on top, so I might just scrap the power extension cord and plug straight into the...

I have no real interest in skyscraper type cases. But it could be a third case in the series: A4, C4 and S4? As for external radiators; Lian Li tried. It did not go well: Your method differs though, but it still makes it look very industrial, thus clashing with the sleek minimalistic look...

Side screws are not that bad. Especially not on the glass side panel. Maybe use torx for better look? I will use a 24 cm CLC, but the option to use 2x12cm should remain for greater support. USB-C. The front panel header might not be that common on ITX motherboards right now, but it will in the...

Indeed. But remember the glass will suffocate any fan that's close to it. So if you use the 2½ slot spacer that comes with the window) and the window, you still only have room for a 2 slot card, if you want proper ventilation. This should be seen as less of a critique of the case, and more on...

Hmm, it looks like a lot of the new NVidia RTX series will be 2½-3 PCI slot cards. All non blower Vega 64 cards are 2½-3 slots too. I'm worried this case will have problems with high end cards in general. Especially with the glass side, even with the 2½ slot pci pcb extension. Anyone else a...

I read Dan will get back to it next week. There is one thing I'm thinking: I'm going to have the case oriented as shown above. With the GPU showing on the left side. There are two things I would like to do in that setup: Have the radiator screwed right into the chassis, with the fans above...

Congratz on your very own ITX human, Dan. I hope the sleep isn't too bad :sleep:

Yeah. I won't make a judgement until the final product is up. I really want a sweet small CLC based computer. Right now the C4 is the best option. However: Afaik it's where the top and bottom panels wrap around the frame on the sides that gets scratched. I don't care about that. You won't see...

Indeed. And I have the Lian Li v700 unibody case now. At least it's ATX, but still not very practical. When going to ITX, everything just gets a lot harder. Unibodies are cheaper to make and simpler. So I understand why Don want to do it. Risk management is important. And the idea in the...

Problem is that we are mostly waiting for news and updates. Dondan has mentioned some issues, but has still to post any pictures or detailed explanation of the problems. That makes them difficult to discuss. If we go by your animations, it seems that the frame is scratched where the top and...

Oh, wow. The Lian Li unibody design was used on the V1000 back in 2004. The design next year will be 15 years old: http://www.dansdata.com/pcv1000.htm

So basically the C4 is now going to look identical to my 6 year old Lian Li v700? Why? Who cares if the inner painted bode can get a little scratched. My Lian Li v700 have scratches around all the rivets. At least you can repaint/fix painted aluminium. It's the anodized parts that are...

Indeed. I don't like the path he's heading with this project. Unibody is starting to look really dated. Even Lian Li is moving away from it. If he's concerned about scratched internals, how about how having the panels assembled in the box? You have to dismantle everything for the build anyways...

Afaik you should be able to buy a dust filter specifically made for this case. That should be installed in the gaping hole. That is my plan anyways, although I would like a sturdy one, as picking up the case could make your fingers go through it.