I'm trying to decide on a case for my new system. I've narrowed it down to a choice between two cases, both Antec, the P183 or the 1200.
My needs are mainly noise reduction but I would also like to O/C the PII 720 i'm going to get and possibly the ASUS 4890 I plan to get with it. I'll be using an air cooler, probably the Sunbeam contact freezer.
I like the look of both cases but the more subtle look of the P183 would be my preference. The 1200 is much bigger due to it being full tower, I consider this a pro and a con. I'd prefer a smaller box but realise the plus point of having more space inside for the parts.
I have a OCZ stealth extreme 600W PSU and I am slightly worried about the connection to the motherboard, due to the PSU being bottom mounted on both cases.
I'm leaning towards the P183 because from what I have read, its the better for noise reduction but I dont want to risk any temperature problems. If I was to go with the P183 it looks like I would have to get extra front fans to assist cooling? if so, would this mean much more noise? Also, which fans to get?
Will appreciate any advice you guys can give to help me make a decision.
My needs are mainly noise reduction but I would also like to O/C the PII 720 i'm going to get and possibly the ASUS 4890 I plan to get with it. I'll be using an air cooler, probably the Sunbeam contact freezer.
I like the look of both cases but the more subtle look of the P183 would be my preference. The 1200 is much bigger due to it being full tower, I consider this a pro and a con. I'd prefer a smaller box but realise the plus point of having more space inside for the parts.
I have a OCZ stealth extreme 600W PSU and I am slightly worried about the connection to the motherboard, due to the PSU being bottom mounted on both cases.
I'm leaning towards the P183 because from what I have read, its the better for noise reduction but I dont want to risk any temperature problems. If I was to go with the P183 it looks like I would have to get extra front fans to assist cooling? if so, would this mean much more noise? Also, which fans to get?
Will appreciate any advice you guys can give to help me make a decision.
