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Considering a SFF build (Lanbox Lite)

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Lethal Lottery

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Just have some questions about it. I should explain that I have been using laptops for the past few years. I used to have a desktop but gave it up because it sounded like a 747 taking off. Which brings me to my first question:

1) Someone told smaller computers are actually louder because they have more heat build up?

2) Can the lanbox lite hold a 4870? What about crossfire down that road? I heard its possible but I have to sacrifice the hard drive cage? I want at least two hdds. I guess I could just use the 5.25 bay with a rail adapter but then I could not add a 2nd blu ray drive in the future. I know there is a laptop hdd bay in the case but I dont want to use it.

3) What is the physical size of this case, I know the specs but I need to see a real world comparison. Reason why I am asking is because I will have to carry it on a plane 1-2 times a year and possibly move it locally a few times.

4) Where can I find a good carry bag to transport?


EDIT: I just read in another thread that the lanbox lite is huge and barely even considered SFF. What are some better ones than? I would prefer to keep the cost of the case under $100.
 
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lanbox lite isn't that big. you can look up the dimensions on newegg. to get a real world comparison, measure your laptop. it's bigger than some of the sff cases (i'm thinking of shuttles) because it accepts regular atx PSUs and not proprietary form factors. i see this as a benefit since it means you can put in the psu that you want, including quiet ones.

the original lanbox was huge. the lanbox lite, not so much. if you're planning on moving it a bit, i'd suggest looking into an aluminum lanbox.

as for noise / heat, it all depends on your components. pick components that don't get that hot or have quiet coollers, etc. spend the extra money on a high quality, quiet fan. there are a lot of things you can do to make it quieter.
 
stainremover said:
the original lanbox was huge. the lanbox lite, not so much. if you're planning on moving it a bit, i'd suggest looking into an aluminum lanbox.
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You sure about that? I'm pretty certain they're about the same size, minus the handle and the front aluminum faceplate for the Lite.

Lethal Lottery said:
2) Can the lanbox lite hold a 4870? What about crossfire down that road? I heard its possible but I have to sacrifice the hard drive cage? I want at least two hdds. I guess I could just use the 5.25 bay with a rail adapter but then I could not add a 2nd blu ray drive in the future. I know there is a laptop hdd bay in the case but I dont want to use it.

3) What is the physical size of this case, I know the specs but I need to see a real world comparison. Reason why I am asking is because I will have to carry it on a plane 1-2 times a year and possibly move it locally a few times.

EDIT: I just read in another thread that the lanbox lite is huge and barely even considered SFF. What are some better ones than? I would prefer to keep the cost of the case under $100.
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It can definitely hold a 4870. I have a 4890 in mine. Whether or not Crossfire is feasible will depend on the board--but you won't have a lot of options, that's for sure, and it'll be a tight fit even if it does work.

With that said, the thing is indeed huge--and when it's loaded up with components, it's very heavy. Moving it around locally with a car is not a big deal, but I would not want to carry this on a plane.
 
The Lanbox lite is a bit big for a SFF case but the benefit is that you can be much more creative inside! I modded mine enough to allow for an SLI/crossfire setup and still be able to OC the CPU, There's not alot of room for CPU HSF height so I went with an external setup (selling the case and WC setup here). I'd highly recommend the case although it may not be the best for traveling as I'm sure there are smaller ones out there. Just beware of cooling constraints in the smaller cases.
 
The Sugo SG01/SG02 Series would be a good choice. Flexible and plenty of room for high end equipment and as loud or quiet as you want it to be, depending on how many/quality 80mm fans you put into it.

You can get the Steel/aluminum faceplate SG01F like I did for $100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163116

Or you can get the steel/plastic faceplate SG02 for a bit less.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163112

All silver steel/aluminum version
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163112

I liked my SG01F, but since getting my SG04 with 120mm fans, i'll never go back. :D

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