Short Rackmount Server Case

Kamakazie! · 23 Dec 2009 at 19:25

All,
I am looking for a short rackmount case (3U / 4U) that i can use for the primary system in my new WHS (the plan is to expand storage using eSATA / SAS to a second larger case at a later stage).
The reason that it needs to be short is because I am trying to fit this in my AV Cabinet until i move to somewhere that can accommodate a small rack.

Any ideas for one?
Ideally i would like something with 5.25" bays on the front that i can stick hot-swap bays in but if that is too big an ask then I am ok without it.
Also looking for something on a bit of a budget but can spend up to £150 if it is what i am looking for.

Thanks

Kamakazie! · 23 Dec 2009 at 23:21

Email in trust.

Kamakazie! · 24 Dec 2009 at 10:57

Sp00n said:
ATX?

ATX, mATX or mini-ITX (if there are any).
I will get the motherboard to suit it seems.

Whilst i'm here, does WHS need some form of graphics card to install or can i get a motherboard without any integrated graphics?

Kamakazie! · 24 Dec 2009 at 11:37

Sp00n said:
There are 5 on a well known itx website, starting from around £130 for the case

I imagine you will need a graphics card to install it yes, itx boards generally have it onboard.

Ah found those I think (£139?) but they don't have enough hdd slots being 1U units.
I think I am asking for something a bit too specific to be honest. Anyone make 3U ITX cases (unlikely I guess)?

Kamakazie! · 24 Dec 2009 at 19:05

Ok thanks. I'll keep looking!

Kamakazie! · 28 Dec 2009 at 01:27

PistolPete said:
I've had 3 rack cases from the same place, including a 440mm deep 4U and a 380mm deep 3U.

If you want more info my email is in my trust.

Thanks I will keep that in mind for later. Found an mATX case that will suffice for the time being and fit in my AV cabinet for the time being and will just go with a full depth rack if I can accommodate one when I move.

Kamakazie! · 28 Dec 2009 at 14:57

easyrider said:
Lian Li PC-C32B ?

I'm looking for one too for my 19" rack for my studio to build a music PC 500mm depth

The site we are talking about has a case specifically for music racks. Think its only about 400mm deep.

I went with an Antec NSK4000 II in the end. 425x425x195 so should be fine to fit and if not i'll just stand it up. At only £40 odd it doesn't matter if I only use it for 6 months and atleast it is guaranteed to fit.

The Silverstone cases are lovely. I have an LC13-e for my media centre (exactly the same layout as the LC17) and it is quiet & looks great. Just a tad pricey for something that won't be seen!

Kamakazie! · 29 Dec 2009 at 01:33

MikeHunt79 said:
Do they do any cases around 200mm deep also? I'm in need of a case for my Berry DCX and DEQ... I have a feeling I'm going to have to DIY!

200??

Do you mean 200mm as in height? A 4U rackmount is around 200mm high isn't it?

Kamakazie! · 29 Dec 2009 at 13:04

Caged said:
Think Mike's talking about flight cases for a couple of outboard FX. I know Gator do a range of not very deep cases, and Flightcase Warehouse will make anything you want them to.

Ah i see.