Fractal Node 304 seems to be unavailable anywhere, any good alternatives?

chuck990 · 26 Jan 2022 at 09:44

Hi,
Looking for a nice compact MiniATX case for a NAS/server build. The Node looked to be ideal, but I can't seem to buy it anywhere :/
Does anyone have any thoughts on a good alternative? Needs to fit at least 2x 3.5" drives and a normal ATX supply. Preference would be black and as small and dinky as possible!

mickyflinn · 26 Jan 2022 at 10:16

Seen white ones but I'm guesing you want black.

Quartz · 26 Jan 2022 at 10:32

What is your budget? If you're willing to compromise on the PSU, how about the Raijintek Pan?

https://store.overclockers.co.uk/raijintek-pan-slim-mini-itx-case-black-ca-04l-rt.html

Stick two 18 TB HDDs in that and you're away. Or you could put two 100 TB Nimbus Exadrives in it and be smoking!

The restriction on an ATX PSU is a bit of a killer.

chuck990 · 26 Jan 2022 at 11:36

If the ATX supply is a silly requirement then I could change away? The Raijintek at close to £200 is way overbudget! The node at £80 (if available) was about right

SonicSW20 · 26 Jan 2022 at 11:39

Silverstone do a few cube style cases: https://www.silverstonetek.com/product_case.php?bno=147&tb=1&area=en

OctavianC · 26 Jan 2022 at 11:39

Head to eBay for some mITX cases. If 2 3.5 drives are the max you want, this could work for you.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185255729063?hash=item2b221a17a7:g:rnsAAOSwfeZhH6kg

***F1ZZY*** · 26 Jan 2022 at 17:22

There are black 304's around but they cost more than the white for some reason. Can get one delivered tomorrow for 85 quid.

I have one as my server case, great little case. (oxymoron?!?)

chuck990 · 26 Jan 2022 at 19:49

I've found one now and paid £90 including shipping. Seems a real shame, but when I'm having to overspend on all the electronics anyway.. haha