Questions tagged [chassis]
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Do rackmount servers need to be in a rack?
I can get some decent deals on eBay for rackmount servers (described as, for example, '2U rackmount server') that I'm looking at to replace my Synology NAS.
Would I be able to just buy this 2U server and sit it under my desk somewhere, or is it a…
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Three-wire and four-wire CPU fans, what's the difference?
What is the difference between 3-Wire and 4-Wire CPU cooling fans?
Of course, the obvious answer is “1 Wire!” :-)
Amazon Dies In Darkness
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What PSU is usually used in mini-ITX cases/chassis?
The mini-ITX computer will be a general use computer. Not a dedicated HTPC or Home server.
In general use mini-ITX cases, what PSU form factor is usually used? I understand that some case manufacturers provide custom built PSU to fit their case but…
Subaru Tashiro
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What is the name of that metal stripe, which holds PCI cards?
What is the name of that metal stripe, which holds PCI cards?
Dims
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What factors do you choose to pick a PC Chassis or Case?
When you're shopping around for a PC case or Chassis, what factors do you use for picking a computer case? Are there any non-technical criteria you factor into your decision?
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Where to attach an anti static wrist strap on a Xigmatek Midgard chassis
I wish to remove some RAM from a PC, as memtest suggests this is the cause of some crashes.
So I have bought an anti-static wrist strap, and have carefully read some online instructions. These can be summarised as:
Leave PC plugged in, but turned…
Clare Macrae
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How can I properly install 4 GPU's onto a motherboard?
I'm looking at this Motherboard: GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD7 AM3+ AMD 990FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard and it has 4 PCIe express slots. However, the GPU's that I want are dual slot (Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 OC 3GB DDR5 HDMI/DVI-I/Dual Mini DP…
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Chassis fan connector broken, can't boot
I have an Asus Essentio M51AD desktop computer. I was trying to install something in the PCIe x1 slot, but in the process I must have broken something (or multiple things). My chassis fan connector suddenly isn't working anymore. I have a H81M-E…
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Connect multiple DC Fans Together
How can you mechanically secure multiple DC fans together to form a fan array?
I would like to create a 4x2 array of 120mm DC fans using Sunon MEC0251V3-000U-A99 (120mm x 120mm x 25mm). I tried 3d printing 8 fan housings and solvent welding them…
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Will a smaller desktop machine generate more heat in the surrounding environment?
I'm looking at buying this Lenovo desktop. However, a colleague of mine is concerned that because it's relatively slim (3.9" x 13.2" x 15"), it will output more heat. We don't really care about the temperature inside the case, but because we plan to…
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Internal 19-USB 3.0 to normal USB-3.0a
I have the following problem. I have a new computer chassis, which has a front panel USB 3.0 with an internal connector, but my Asus M4GDP89 Pro/USB3 has only two back USB 3.0.
Is there a way to transform the internal connector to a USB3.0? I know…
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Will Thermaltake Muse R-Duo Raid reset lose data?
I have a Thermaltake Muse R-Duo Raid chassis with two drives installed and DIP switches set to Raid-1. However, only the left lights are lighting up and I have data on the drive. I'm guessing it is because I never set it up…
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How to find replacement fan for PSU?
I would like to replace my PSU fan because it makes a well hearable noise (it is the fan, confirmed). First I hoped a simple lubrication will do it, but unfortunately the fan center is completely sealed, so I can not access to the axis.
I decided to…
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WMI, VMWare: Wrong ChassisTypes from Win32_SystemEnclosure
On Windows 7 installation on VMWare, following WMI query:
Select ChassisTypes from Win32_SystemEnclosure
is returning 1 (Other), and not expected value 3 (Desktop). It returns correct type on HyperV virtual machine, however.
What can be done to get…
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Why aren't my case fans spinning?
I have an ASUS P6T WS Professional motherboard mounted in a Thermaltake Armor+ case. The case has a fan on the front of the chassis that is functioning, but the rear fan behind the CPU heatsink (the red fan in the picture) and the transparent case…
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