PC in a hifi2000 rack case

[pcgab]

Hello all .. just noticed some of the picture links are no longer in use .. I will update these this week

I've been thinking about doing something similar, as even the best pc cases I've found still look a bit too much like a pc case for my taste.

I'm interested to see the original pictures, as well as your new version build pictures.

The blu-ray player case is a nice idea, looks like it works well with the aesthetic of your other gear as well.

 

[levistubby]

"Also I have notice as yet that neutrik do not do a USB3 or Esata connector yet"

Neutrik have now caught up and make a USB3 connector.

 

[jamesfeline]

I will post some build pics tonight as attachments

 

[RafaPolit]

James, can you please update the original post with correct links to he images? I really like the look of the Blu-ray, but really missing out on he actual computer!

Thanks,
Rafa.

 

[jamesfeline]

PC in a Rack case from scratch

Hello

Ok .. I have uploaded the pc in order of how I built the pc through the various stages of construction, so should be self explanatory .. so starts off with a custom chassis plate made from 3mm aluminium (this is laser cut to size) to the final stages. Please remember that this my 1st PC in a blank rack case so have learned a lot. Since this build I have made a 2nd pc with some learnings from the 1st build. I have a 3rd PC being planned ... so hope you like the pictures from the 1st PC

 

[jamesfeline]

2nd batch of pictures

 

[jamesfeline]

3rd batch of pics

 

[RafaPolit]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing!

 

[jamesfeline]

4th batch of pictures

 

[jamesfeline]

5th batch of pictures

 

[jamesfeline]

I can upload some of the 2nd PC if people are interested ? .. watch this space for the 3rd build which will be a special audio PC ... the 1st 2 units where mainly general purpose good quality PC and for blue ray film playback at 1080p

 

[RafaPolit]

Yes, I'm interested, always glad to look real DIY projects! It's a good way to get ideas, prevent posible problems when attempting similar things, and just share our passions!

Rafa.

 

[pcgab]

Very nicely done! This is great inspiration for me if I decide to go the same route.

I like the Neutrik panel connectors for just the connections needed. Instead of cutouts for all the motherboard connections at the back, like a standard pc.

 

[jamesfeline]

Hello

I have completed a 2nd PC for my music and movies .. for some reason I thought I had posted them .. so had a couple of requests to repost my second build .. very pleased with this one, but the rear panel did take some time

 

[jamesfeline]

some pictures of the 2nd pc build

 

[jamesfeline]

some more .. only SSD drives used in this example

 

[jamesfeline]

last picture ....