Silverstone ML02

Stripe · 27 Jun 2007 at 09:40

I'm interested in putting together an HTPC with this case. However, there doesn't seem to be much information out there about it e.g. reviews, others who have built using it.

So I wondered if anyone here has any experience with it, and if so, how they found it. I'm hoping to put in a S939 MSI board with DVI out in but am a bit concerned that the 120w PSU just isn't going to cut it. Also, it's quite a shallow case so heatsink might be an issue. I'm thinking one of the Zalman low profile types might be a good choice. Any other ideas?

magga · 30 Jun 2007 at 14:07

I am also thinking of getting this case and also am worried about the 120w PSU - any advice ?

You can get one of these low profile coolers which should do the job.

lsg1r · 30 Jun 2007 at 15:16

you two are aware that the case is designed for systems based around mobile processors, ie merom/yonah, turion etc so 120w would be fine. Its not really designed for use with s939 etc, although you may get away with the ee range of am2

magga · 1 Jul 2007 at 16:10

But wouldn't Pentium M also be suitable ?

lsg1r · 1 Jul 2007 at 16:18

yes, I did say etc meaning I didnt cover them all.

magga · 1 Jul 2007 at 17:29

Ok, cheers.

Would you say I could build a decent enough HTPC using this case - capable of playing all media content including HD material ?

I won't be using it for gaming or anything else.

lsg1r · 1 Jul 2007 at 20:07

yes but as with all pc's theyre only as good as the spec you put in it