I am looking for an online guide of some sort to use an IBM PC case to build a new PC. What I'd like to do is basically mod the case so that it will hold modern componets.
2007-03-10 07:05:38 · 4 answers · asked by beyond_amusia 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Holding them may not be adequate.
Newer components generate more heat than their ancestors & require cases with appropriate air flow.
I suggest that you to spend the $40 & get a new case.
example :
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2541413&Sku=C283-1138&SRCCODE=NEXTAG&CMP=EMC-NEXTAG
regards,
Philip T
2007-03-10 07:12:27 · answer #1 · answered by Philip T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This really depends on the type of case. The newer mother boards just don't have the same mounting holes that the older cases had - including cutouts for the keyboard connections. The originals didn't have mouse connections built into the MB. Besides, the slots for the PCI and other cards won't line up correctly with the case cutouts. The technology has changed that much.
I agree with the previous comment; blow $40 on a case. It's much simpler.
2007-03-10 15:15:57 · answer #2 · answered by Richard M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as it is an ATX case, you should be able to install modern components. You just need a new motherboard that supports new components.
*edit* You can always modify your case. If you need more airflow, cut holes into it. If there aren't certain holes on the back of the case where a particular port should be with a new mobo, cut it out. There are always ways to save money. On top of saving money, you have the personal satisfaction of knowing you did it yourself.
Regards,
Brandon
2007-03-10 15:14:05 · answer #3 · answered by El BrandO 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
kinda like this?
http://elemeta.com/retrocase/
2007-03-10 17:06:30 · answer #4 · answered by computertech82 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋