I haven't actually got around to building a new box myself yet, but when
I'm dreaming about it www.tomshardware.com is a great site for
information and reviews on both old and new components (motherboards,
cases and everything else). They also have a section specifically aimed
at building your own box.
And this plan looks like it would give you a pretty cool machine (in
both senses), though it might not be as small as you're looking for:
http://www.tomshardware.com/2006/06/12/your_diy_gaming_rig_for_720/
The site also reviews and recommends lots of MiniATX and MicroATX cases
that might be more appropriate for your requirements.
HTH.
Mike
On Thu, 10 Aug 2006 08:42:30 -0400, Daniel.G.Roberts@sanofi-aventis.com
said:
> Hi All
>
> A bit off topic but here goes..
> I would like to build a new computer with my young son 11. This will be a
> nice father/son thing also will teach him a bit how all this stuff
> works..
> The reason for my query is this..
> I don't have much desk space and I want to have the computer case take up
> as little real-estate as possible..Right now I am not sure if I would go
> with a desktop or tower unit. Depends on how big either might be..
>
> Can someone recommend a case and suitable motherboard for the following
> simple requirements..
> Dual boot box..Windows and Linux..Preferably two harddrives
> Mid level gaming box..some type of nvidia
> I have been looking at something like the Antec Aria that takes baby ATX
> boards, but that might be underpowered for what I am looking for. Also I
> am not sure if these are even made anymore.
> The quieter the case the better!
> While I am at it..what are your favorite online places for purchasing
> such equipment!
>
> Thanks for any suggestions..
> Dan
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