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Motherboards are the heart of any PC build, but while we take certain features and form factors for granted, specialty use and just plain bizarre system design means we get a few oddballs…
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Hello, I have an old PC, who's motherboard is a super weird dimension compared to normal ATX / ITX sizes. I've dug through old forums and stuff to no avail to find the form factor. It's a Futisu Siemens Scenic eD 1170 The physical motherboard is ~205mm width * 240length -
I have a HP 8200 Elite Small Form Factor PC. The casing of that pc doesnt look good and I really want to change it following a pc upgrade. But the thing is the motherboard that is in that pc is a BTX form factor. So what are the cases that I can get that supports the form factor?
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I'm back with these unmatching measurements. I took apart a FUJITSU SIEMENS SCENIC P300 at school. It has an unusual design, where the power supply is mounted on top of the CPU and the PSU fan is used to cool both the CPU and PSU. I measured the PSU and the dimensions are 100x100x180 mm. I thought it was an SFX or a TFX form factor, but the dimensions don't match. The PSU is a Newton Power NPS-200PB-132A. So what is the form factor of this power supply?
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I'm a highschool student, and I'm going to start college in a year or so. I have an average build (FX-6300, 8GB RAM, R7 265) that uses a Micro ATX form factor, but it's in a quite large ATX case. This large ATX case isn't going to be the best in the dorm room. My question is, should I buy a small Micro ATX case like the Apevia X-QPACK3 (which is 15.2 x 10.2 x 13.8 inches), or should I opt for a Mini ITX case? Getting a Mini ITX case will mean that I will have to upgrade my whole system, because I'm not currently using a Mini ITX mobo, and because the AM3+ platform doesn't even have Mini ITX mobos. Upgrading would be cool (Ryzen anyone?), but I do want to save money. Do you think I will be able to get by with a Micro ATX case (like the one mentioned before) in the dorm room, or should I upgrade to Mini ITX?
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Hello anyone that can help me... I am trying to get a smaller pc case since a full tower takes up WAY too much space on a 55inch desk. My pc has an h100i v2 and a 1080 seahawk but, I have an atx mobo (MSI X370 Gaming Pro Carbon) I have finally accepted that for me to get to the size pc I want I may have to give up this nice motherboard. I am in need of a pc case that isn't expensive that can be preferably be laid down about the size of an Xbox one and can fit the 1080 sea hawk and the h100i v2 I have found some cases that can work such as two chambers design cases but they are only 5 inches less than the full tower I have (Phanteks enthoo pro) making it not really worth it... If anyone has any idea where I can get something that can work for me please let me know ASAP... Thank you in advance
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So after the calamities I had with my Ryzen chips, I've still got a spare chip lying around, and can't seem to budge it even after trying to sell it, so I've decided to make a small form factor build out of it! With my current rig going to be upgraded to a 1080 GPU, it means that my current RX480 will be spare, so I've already got a GPU and CPU, along with the default Wraith Spire cooler (although I might upgrade it). My idea is that this machine could become a dedicated rendering machine or could be used as a family gaming machine, so I want it to be small, discrete and not too large as to fit in small spaces! This is a current build I have put together, with a small ATX board and case, but any improvements would be greatly appreciated, as money isn't really too much of an issue for me! https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/HKwPWX
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How do the "M.2" gets its name? Can I use "M.2" SSDs on mSATA slot? Why are there 2 types of M.2, M.2 SATA & M.2 NVMe, what's the difference? Is M.2 actually mSATA 2? as the name "M.2" goes like this "M" = mini and "2" = version 2? (2nd version) (successor) or M.2 and mSATA actually two completely different thing... I've done some research but still confused ?
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Motherboard https://www.amazon.com/Z10PE-D16-WS-LGA2011-v3-CrossFireX-Motherboard/dp/B00QC5DZEU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1515267653&sr=8-1&keywords=asus+dual+socket+motherboard Case https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Carbide-Air-740-CC-9011096-WW/dp/B01LHFLPB4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1515286926&sr=1-1&keywords=air+740
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Hello everyone! I recently got funding to create a specialized pc for my work. The purpose of this computer is to run simulations using MatLab in real time while outputting to a GUI on a touch screen monitor. The computer needs to have a very small form factor and if possible a vesa mount to the case. It will only be used for this purpose and will not be running any other software or games. I will be building this computer myself so I wont need it to be assembled. If you know of any pre-assembled pc's that fit this then I'm open to suggestions. I've already taken a look at a few NUC's but they weren't quite what I had in mind. BUDGET : $1500 CAD this includes taxes and shipping. This also includes a touch screen monitor (will talk more about that below). My location is Vancouver, Canada. I will be ordering the parts at the end of this week. Aim : This PC will be running windows and Matlab exclusively. Matlab soaks up a huge amount of RAM during simulations and the speed of the calculations are directly dependent on the cpu processing speed/# of cores. In this case, more cores are better. Monitor : Preferably 1080x920 with a maximum size of 18" for ease of use. This monitor must be a touch screen. At most I'd want to spend $350 out of the budget on the monitor. (No other peripherals will be required) Computer: Small form factor is the goal here. Noise and looks are irrelevant. I understand my options are much more limited when it comes to small form factor builds which is why I am uncertain of what components to get. CPU- The case will need a decent cpu will a high clock speed or more cores. Overclocking will not be done. I have no preference between brands. GPU- The simulation In which I will be running is very cpu intensive so unloading the graphics processing to a gpu is necessary. The gpu doesnt need to be anything fancy it simply needs to be able to run the monitor. (The gpu may be upgraded later if how much gets plotted to the GUI changes). RAM - 16 or 32 gb of ram, speed is not an issue here but bulk capacity is necessary. PSU - Whatever fits HARDDRIVES - I do not need more than 150gb of memory and the speed of that memory is not super important. The system will only have Windows, Matlab , and a video capture program installed. WINDOWS - windows 10 is preferable. Does not need to be a pro version. CASE/MOTHERBOARD - Looking for a mIcro atx form case and motherboard. (edited) I think my difficulties in looking for the computer that I'm trying to build is really looking for a good case. The DR saber Sentry looks great however it's not out yet and I need this machine. Other pre-built SFF computers have been slightly under powered in the cpu side but again if there was one that I missed please let me know.
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For my upcoming PC build originally I was going to use the ThermalTake Core V21 ( mATX ) , but I'm not sure if this will be a good decision my new idea now is to use the Aerocool Aero-800 ( ATX ) . What case would you use? ( I have different Z170 boards for booth cases ) so I just want to hear your opinion which case you like more.
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Hey guys & girls! I'm new to the forums but not new to the world of pc building or LTT. Although I have a good amount of building experience & some basic knowledge of the hardware, the different form factors of motherboards have always confused me. In my head it's like bigger motherboards = more power & performance. Is this true? Will an EATX motherboard out perform a ITX motherboard for example? I'm looking to downsize my rig to save space (current case I'm rocking is the Phanteks Enthoo Primo (Gold Edition), whilst wanting to not skimp on power. -TL;DR- What are all the differences between current motherboard form factors (EATX, ATX, etc) and what are their pro's & con's? -
So I just pre-ordered this full tower case from EVGA : EVGA DG-87, It support E-ATX motherboard but does not say anything about EEB form factor There are 2 mobo I consider to buy: 1. https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/Z10PED8_WS/overview/ <---EEB 2. http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/Xeon/C600/X10DAi.cfm <--E-ATX I kinda like the design from ASUS, looks dope!! but idk... I never tried build dual socket motherboard before, so I need some advice from you guys Does EEB and E-ATX are interchangeable?
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To be quick, Is the Asus Maximus VIII Formula atx or E-atx? I remember reading and hearing on several occasions that this motherboard was an E-atx board. I even spent days trying to find a case that I wanted to put it in because the define r5 isn't compatible with E-atx boards. However today I looked again and saw it was listed as atx on a few different sites. Am I suffering from the Mandella effect? Basically I need a specific answer. Is the Asus Maximus VIII Formula an atx or an E-atx board. Also, am I alone on this one or does anyone else remember it being different? -
Hello all. I'm attempting a miniature gaming PC, and I need help finding the smallest case in dimensions or compactness that can fit a small graphics card, such as the R9 285 or new Asus GTX 960. So far, these are my candidates: The Thermaltake Core V1 Mini (http://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-Core-Gaming-Computer-CA-1B8-00S1WN-00/dp/B00M2UKGSM/ref=sr_1_sc_1), Cooler Master Elite 110 (http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Elite-110-Mini-ITX/dp/B00HJOJJ6Q/ref=sr_1_30). I can get these locally, and they both are pretty petite, but is there anything else that is both tinier and flatter that can house said GPUs? -
So we know all know that most 1080p monitors usually sit between 21"-24" with some 27" models, and most 1440p monitors sit at around 27" with a few at 32". Logically, 4K monitors sit at around 32" or larger, right? Wrong. Almost all the 4k monitors available to the average consumer sit at about 28" with only 8 monitors on NewEgg listed larger. Why are monitor makers pushing pixel density rather than increasing dimensions and keeping pixel densities similar to that of lower resolutions? Is a 32" or larger monitor too large to be practical? Would you like to see larger form-factor 4k monitors? Am I stupid for asking all these questions? Let me know below.
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Hello everyone. I am in need of a list of sizes and diagrams for various pc parts. I am going to be making a custom case so I will need sizes. I will need to have dimensions for: mITX motherboard, 2.5 drive, 3.5 drive, 80mm fans, 120mm fans, dual 120mm radiator, largest graphics card (excluding 295x), and full size PSU. Thank you for any help. Regards
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Hi, I'm on quite a strict budget for my first PC and was wondering what the drawbacks are of going for an mATX motherboard compared to an ATX motherboard. I intend to use my PC for gaming without overclocking any components, however I intend to add (in the future) more storage drives, and use maybe an extra PCIe slot for a PCIe SSD or something like that. Anyways, the mATX boards are generally cheaper which I find appealing however I feel that in opting for this - I will be losing performance potential (I know this isn't necessarily true). I can buy an ATX board within my budget, but to save some cash for put towards other components (such as increased storage capacity and more RAM) it would help by buying an mATX board. Thanks for the replies, this is something that has been pondering my mind for quite a while and I can't seem to get a definite answer.
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So the reports flying around is that the 12" version of the Surface Pro 3 has 'MAJOR' overheating problems after continuous use and doesn't cool down quickly. Theres a forum thread on WPCental with over 70 posts talking about the issue they have had. One person "Jarem" says A different person claims that when he received his unit he went to go watch a YouTube video in almost immediately he had a 'overheating icon' (Pic Below) on the screen. This phenomenon is with a select group of units so I'm guessing that the thermal paste or the fans are defective. UPDATE: So Microsoft supposedly has a fix for this issue coming 'soon' however Microsoft has said to be ONLY addressing the problem with the 'Thermometer Gauge' showing too soon. Sounds to me like they don't want to admit theres a physical flaw with the unit or that they made a major software mistake. In a statement Microsoft said Microsoft also said that they expect the tablet to get 'slightly' hotter than the other models but I would say this is a little more than 'slightly'. Sources: WPCentral Original Overheating Info: http://www.wpcentral.com/many-surface-pro-3-intel-i7-owners-report-their-tablet-overheating Updated Article (Firmware Fix): http://www.wpcentral.com/microsoft-issue-update-soon-fix-surface-pro-3-intel-i7-heating-problems Overheating Emblem: Surface Pro 3 Spec Sheet:
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This is something that's been bothering me and perhaps many other people too. Why do phone manufacturers feel the need to make phones slimmer and slimmer while making them more and more powerful? The two just don't scale at all, and it's not going to go well for battery life. Some people like thin phones. This I do agree with - thin devices are more aesthetically pleasing (obviously subject to opinion) and more portable. But thin devices, I think, are a bad thing. At the moment companies like Apple are the culprits for this. Take their event a few days ago - they released the iPad air. It has the same 9.7" form factor as the original iPad, the same A7 processor and 2048x1536 retina display, all in a device 25% thinner. On their website it states the battery is 25% thinner than the last gen iPad. What is this going to do for battery life? Nothing good, that's for sure! I have an iPhone 5 currently and the battery life has been appalling since I bought it a year ago. I'm not a super heavy user but I can't go through a day without charging it. Then you look at companies like Samsung and HTC and they're all doing the same thing. It almost seems like they are making phones thinner just for the sake of it. They are thin enough now that they easily fit into pockets, so why go further? Battery technology hasn't advanced very much in the last few years, so making phones slimmer won't help much for the day or two long battery life most people squeeze out. People also say "well just plug it in overnight and it's full the next day". Call me pedantic, I never liked doing that, despite what people say about phones being safe to be plugged in for long periods of time. The plug is still on so the energy is going somewhere, and what would happen if the thing caught fire right next to my bed? I don't think it's such a crazy idea to make phones three, four or more millimetres or so larger for the sake of better battery life. People like me don't want to buy big and bulky cases to extend the life of their device - they are paying enough money for these devices already. And with the capabilities of smartphones and tablets expanding further with time, it won't be long before people have to charge their phones halfway through the day. What I'm saying is we shouldn't have to be conforming to technological constraints like batteries in this day and age. So why not just make batteries larger while we wait until the technology arrives? My pocket won't mind it. And thicker devices are sometimes more ergonomically shaped. Sorry this was a little bit of a rant... If you've got any thoughts feel free to let me know, I'd love to hear what other people think
