New case or .....

[Bob Wilkerson]

I'm building a new system using an Asus P6T6 Revolution motherboard but I'm thinking of using the Thermaltake Xaser V Damier case that my old Athlon 64 MSI motherboard is residing in. Since I've been away from building for a few (OK, 5 ) years I'm wondering if there is any downside to reusing it. I'm thinking of an Enermax 1050 Revolution powersupply for this. Any thoughts??

Bob

 

[crazjayz]

Only concern with older cases is their airflow and ability to cool an i7 adequately.

 

[Erik in sac]

also check distance needed for big i7 coolers (between the side panel and cpu)

 

[jterp7]

most older cases have 80mm as the standard instead of the 120mm now. I guess it won't be a problem for you if you don't mind a fair amount of noise. Personally I'd get a new case, esp. for i7.