MITX downsize

[Mudslide Slim]

I need to downsize my system to something portable. I've always wanted to go ITX and this seems to be the perfect opportunity. It needs to be powerful enough to game for long periods both at home and away.

My ideal case with PSU http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-188-SV

Sugo SG08B

I want to reuse most of my rigs current components:

I5 3570K [OC 4.5 Ghz]

16 Gb ram

SSD OS/Game drive and standard storage drive.

GTX780 Palit Jetstream.

So I need to get the case, LGA 1155 Z77 MITX motherboard, and a suitable cooler to get a 4.2Ghz overclock. I would like to use a single loop sealed cooler such as Antec, Corsair etc. Hopefully this will negate problems trying to use some of the available 1155 motherboards with low profile air coolers.

Sadly Overclockers no longer stock any suitable motherboards [I think]. I would really appreciate any suggestions for motherboard/cooler options, and experiences building in this case.

Thank you.

 

[Mudslide Slim]

Thanks for all the input, much appreciated.

@Voodle Lovely rig. I've been researching the Asrock board and delighted it has worked out so well for you. Did you use a craft knife to trim the backplate?

It looks like you are using just the Silverstone case fan reversed so it pulls air from the case?

 

[Mudslide Slim]

Why not check out the EVGA Hadron Hydro Case?

It's a great case, and probably slightly easier to build in. That being said I prefer the SG08 look, and it's shape makes it easier to travel with. I can shove it in a bag with a couple of bits of foam when I need to take a train to visit family in Cornwall.