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[ppl4golf]

Yeah I have both areas wired with ethernet cable just incase the wireless N thing doesn't work out. That being said, I guess N is pretty much scratched out then... I feel the same way about the CPU, a great GPU can only get a mediocre CPU so far...



I don't really mind using the stock HSF if it would fit in the box. My box is too small to hold the E5200 stock HSF while not hitting the powersupply unit. Does anyone have any suggestions on boxes that will clear that (I guess I can add the $30 to the case price)?

Did this thread also get moved (wasn't aware there was an HTPC section now, haha)?

That surprised me.

I got an APEX 317 mATX LP SFF case, dirt cheap but fit and finish was good and the small, proprietary PSU is surprisingly cool and quiet.

A case that doesn't take stock HSF is just not acceptable.

[Asad_A203]

That surprised me.

I got an APEX 317 mATX LP SFF case, dirt cheap but fit and finish was good and the small, proprietary PSU is surprisingly cool and quiet.

A case that doesn't take stock HSF is just not acceptable.

mITX cases are actually quite a bit smaller than the mATX and meant really for Atom based boards, especially if the power supply is inside. I can go for the PSU built onto the board (or outside) and have no issue but then I run into issues if the PS dies (replacing) or powering my E5200 effectively . I found one guy modding his E5200 HSF so it runs fanless but he said temperatures were at the limit right after some short heavy usage (same case):



Silverstone boxes seem to fit the E5200 but I hate spending $100+ on a case when that is 1/3 of the PC costs, lol. We will see though.

I'll keep looking and keep you guys posted.

[ppl4golf]

mITX cases are actually quite a bit smaller than the mATX and meant really for Atom based boards, especially if the power supply is inside. I can go for the PSU built onto the board (or outside) and have no issue but then I run into issues if the PS dies (replacing) or powering my E5200 effectively . I found one guy modding his E5200 HSF so it runs fanless but he said temperatures were at the limit right after some short heavy usage (same case):



Silverstone boxes seem to fit the E5200 but I hate spending $100+ on a case when that is 1/3 of the PC costs, lol. We will see though.

I'll keep looking and keep you guys posted.

SFF does come in a high price tag