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Which case for my home server

TheKnat

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I've decided to convert my HTPC to my home server, so a change in case is needed. Its currently setup in a HTPC case with 80mm fans with room for only 3 HDD which are very cramped, so I'm looking for a new case to fit it all into.

As far as requirements, it needs to have room for at least 6 HDDs, ideally easily removable as well. If I want to add another drive, I hate it being a complete nightmare to fit. The case should also have 120mm fan slots or larger to keep the noise down and there should be a fan (or 2) blowing over the drives to prolong their lifespan. Price is flexible, but cheap as possible is good to sneak it past the wife :D

Anyone got any suggestions ?
 
Many thanks, I'll have a look at those. Now I have the idea that I should get a case with lots of 5.25" bays so I can expand the storage out much further than I originally planned.
 
I was in the same predicament and went for (google these)

gamer server case with 250mm fan - cheapest 9x 5.25" bay case I could find
Extra Value Black SATA Removeable Caddy - cheapest hot swap bay

Removed the fan on the side panel fan, filled the gap, added sound proofing (floor tiles + some foam) and mounted some 80mm fans behind the hot swap bays.

Given a big budget, I'd go for a lian-li server case though.
 
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One of those fractal cases might be spot on. Lots of internal space, sideways mounted drives for ease of access and cheaper than another case + icy docks.
 
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