ATX Cases and the size thing...

[Destry Jones]

Hi guys,

I am just in the planning stage for upgrading my Socket A set-up to
something a bit more current (AM2?).

I am considering the question of the case - a solidly built Gateway 2000
tower, which I am quite attached to.

I notice that most modern ATX cases are rather deeper these days, even if
not as tall as the above, and it struck me that there might be reason for
this, like providing a bit more space between the CPU/GPU and the HD bays -
thus allowing for bigger heat-sinks and fans etc.

Are there any predictable problems with fitting the new generation of
hardware to older cases?


Thanks!

 

[Lez Pawl]

Hi guys,

I am just in the planning stage for upgrading my Socket A set-up to
something a bit more current (AM2?).

I am considering the question of the case - a solidly built Gateway 2000
tower, which I am quite attached to.

I notice that most modern ATX cases are rather deeper these days, even if
not as tall as the above, and it struck me that there might be reason for
this, like providing a bit more space between the CPU/GPU and the HD
bays - thus allowing for bigger heat-sinks and fans etc.

Are there any predictable problems with fitting the new generation of
hardware to older cases?


Thanks!

they might be a little deeper but many new MoBo's appear to be miniATX.

some are wider because of the 12cm fans fitted.

buy all the new bits and see if they fit the old case.............if not you
can always buy a new case then.

 

[spodosaurus]

Hi guys,

I am just in the planning stage for upgrading my Socket A set-up to
something a bit more current (AM2?).

I am considering the question of the case - a solidly built Gateway 2000
tower, which I am quite attached to.

I notice that most modern ATX cases are rather deeper these days, even if
not as tall as the above, and it struck me that there might be reason for
this, like providing a bit more space between the CPU/GPU and the HD bays -
thus allowing for bigger heat-sinks and fans etc.

Are there any predictable problems with fitting the new generation of
hardware to older cases?


Thanks!

Other than a Gateway case probably being proprietary and unable to take
a normal ATX motherboard?




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[JAD]

Hi guys,

I am just in the planning stage for upgrading my Socket A set-up to something a bit more
current (AM2?).

I am considering the question of the case - a solidly built Gateway 2000 tower, which I
am quite attached to.

I notice that most modern ATX cases are rather deeper these days, even if not as tall as
the above, and it struck me that there might be reason for this, like providing a bit
more space between the CPU/GPU and the HD bays - thus allowing for bigger heat-sinks and
fans etc.

Are there any predictable problems with fitting the new generation of hardware to older
cases?

Most common:
Older PSU without the proper connectors
Rear back plate for the I/O will need modifying

Sometimes even the mount points for the mainboard are different.
The leds and power switch connectors are proprietary.
Cooling in older designs cases was a secondary consideration.

 

[Destry Jones]

Thanks guys!

It started life as a P1 and I was responsible for the present socket A
configuration.

However, very much noted though and the thought may prompt me to avoid other
proprietary cases, which may tempt me.

 

[DaveW]

The industry has since switched to a different standard of ATX for
case/motherboard dimensions. You need a new case.

 

[Destry Jones]

The industry has since switched to a different standard of ATX for
case/motherboard dimensions. You need a new case.

In the last two years?

I didn't know this.

I thought my Socket A MB was quite modern?

Its a good job you told me.

Lian Li - here we come. ;-)