YesIf I were to get an ATX computer case do I need to have a ATX mother board???
';A full size ATX board is 12'; wide by 9.6'; deep (305 mm x 244 mm). This allows many ATX form factor chassis to accept microATX boards as well.';
Basically you can ATX or MicroATX in the vast majority of ATX compatible cases. In fact in today's computing world, its quite difficult to find any other form factored mother boardIf I were to get an ATX computer case do I need to have a ATX mother board???
actually to all you people who said yes thumbs down to you almost every single ATX full sized case support BOTH micro atx and regular atx but if i were you id go with atx espically if its for gaming
Yes you do because the motherboard is designed to be in one of these cases and if you get an AT Case and stick an ATX motherboard in it you would find it does not fit its like giving an car insides a body of a double decker bus!
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Can I use MicroATX Motherboard in ATX computer case..?
Hi I am planing to build one high performance PC. I found this combo deal on newegg.com
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.239577
But I am having problem to finding a proper case for this combo.
Can any one tell me that can I use ATX case to fit Micro ATX motherboards in.??
Thank You.Can I use MicroATX Motherboard in ATX computer case..?
Yes thats no problem they use 9 of the same 12 screws. It's the other way around that doesn't work obviously.Can I use MicroATX Motherboard in ATX computer case..?
Yes, you can fit micro atx in 99% of standard ATX cases, and if its one where you cant, read the reviews on the case before you buy it, and it will definitely be in there!. no worries.philosophy
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.239577
But I am having problem to finding a proper case for this combo.
Can any one tell me that can I use ATX case to fit Micro ATX motherboards in.??
Thank You.Can I use MicroATX Motherboard in ATX computer case..?
Yes thats no problem they use 9 of the same 12 screws. It's the other way around that doesn't work obviously.Can I use MicroATX Motherboard in ATX computer case..?
Yes, you can fit micro atx in 99% of standard ATX cases, and if its one where you cant, read the reviews on the case before you buy it, and it will definitely be in there!. no worries.
Is my computer's case ATX or Micro-ATX?
its a hp pavilion a6600fIs my computer's case ATX or Micro-ATX?
nether, the switched position of the expansion slots and motherboard's ports show that it uses a btx form factor motherboard.Is my computer's case ATX or Micro-ATX?
Neither... HP doesn't follow the ATX standard when it comes to cases.
nether, the switched position of the expansion slots and motherboard's ports show that it uses a btx form factor motherboard.Is my computer's case ATX or Micro-ATX?
Neither... HP doesn't follow the ATX standard when it comes to cases.
Can I put a micro atx motherboard into a desktop case?
You can make anything fit with a drill and a dremel tool. you may need to make a custom back plate for the ports and jacks as most desktop cases were for AT boards and they usually had cables that ran from the jacks to the motherboard. Hence, unless you have a rare ATX desktop case, you will need to change the power supply as well, as the conectors are different.Can I put a micro atx motherboard into a desktop case?
only if the case supports it.Can I put a micro atx motherboard into a desktop case?
it wont fit correctly .. but u could make it work with alittle modification ... http://images.google.com/images?client=f鈥?/a>
Yes it will work fine. Desktop cases usually support a atx motherboard. A micro atx is just the same motherboard with less slots (shorter), nothing more, rest of it is the same.
Just make sure it is a atx deskop not an old at desktop (one hole on the back and slots).
well yes but it wont realy work
Yes, as long as the its a standard ATX computer case, it has the hole pre-made for micro ATX boards as well.
if you do this you are limiting your expansion options if you don't need to expand a local computer fair will charge 拢20 to 拢25 for a case.
hope this helps
not really,,, most desktop cases have risers and the back of the comp usually is not made for a backplate , like a tower is ,, but if you can rig it to fit ,, sure you can,, you just have to make sure your board has proper placement so your cpu and hs and fan can ventilate properly,,,
only if the case supports it.Can I put a micro atx motherboard into a desktop case?
it wont fit correctly .. but u could make it work with alittle modification ... http://images.google.com/images?client=f鈥?/a>
Yes it will work fine. Desktop cases usually support a atx motherboard. A micro atx is just the same motherboard with less slots (shorter), nothing more, rest of it is the same.
Just make sure it is a atx deskop not an old at desktop (one hole on the back and slots).
well yes but it wont realy work
Yes, as long as the its a standard ATX computer case, it has the hole pre-made for micro ATX boards as well.
if you do this you are limiting your expansion options if you don't need to expand a local computer fair will charge 拢20 to 拢25 for a case.
hope this helps
not really,,, most desktop cases have risers and the back of the comp usually is not made for a backplate , like a tower is ,, but if you can rig it to fit ,, sure you can,, you just have to make sure your board has proper placement so your cpu and hs and fan can ventilate properly,,,
Would it be possible to move components of a Dell Optiplex GX280 Small Desktop to a regular atx case?
Here is a page with all the details about my computer:
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/sy鈥?/a>
Also my motherboard model # is 0N4846, Dell of course. Any help would be appreciated. I'm trying to upgrade everything for a little gaming. I've got 4gigs of ram on the way, maybe overkill, but i don't care. I want to upgrade video card without having to choose a low profile card. And also any suggestions on a card would be appreciated. Thanks!Would it be possible to move components of a Dell Optiplex GX280 Small Desktop to a regular atx case?
Generally no as dell uses proprietary mounting and a desktop motherboard has special arrangements to fit the lot profile cards and stuff, and thus is different from the tower form. That said, if you pick up a dell tower case, it might work. At this time the GX280 is pretty outdated, so I would not try and put (money)(time) into it and just upgrade. The Inspiron 531 Desktop (yeah, keep it simple dell! don't mix it up... pfft inspiron desktop, anyway...) is a nice option. It's a full tower with an AMD Dual Core CPU with a PCI-Express slot so you can use a modern graphics card rather than pay more for one on the Obsolete agp format, and can be gotten on ebay for like $200.
All dell's have XP key for Dell XP in the bios so you are good for OS. Also AMD dual cores are the way to go unless you overclock, as they offer similar performance to Intels at lower prices.
Sorry I just looked at an image of your motherboard: if you can find like a dell tower case for an Optiplex 230, I think you should be able to put it in easily. Must be a different model where the board bends sideways. My Dad works for a college and brings home their junked computers, and I see a lot of Dell's (not because they are bad, it's just what they use).Would it be possible to move components of a Dell Optiplex GX280 Small Desktop to a regular atx case?
No. That's a proprietory board and can't be used in a normal case. Main reason is the ribbon cable the board uses to feed the front of the case. It's #6 on the orange schematic your link shows. A standard case doesn't use that type of setup. If you want to do some mild gaming I suggest you just buy a low-profile video card for your present case. Here's an example:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a>
Something to bear in mind is that, althou this card includes the low-profile bracket, most don't so, if you buy one that doesn't you'll have to buy the bracket separately. You simply replace the bracket on the card with the low-profile bracket so it can run in your case. There are also 8600GT low profile video cards if you're an Nvidia fan.
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/sy鈥?/a>
Also my motherboard model # is 0N4846, Dell of course. Any help would be appreciated. I'm trying to upgrade everything for a little gaming. I've got 4gigs of ram on the way, maybe overkill, but i don't care. I want to upgrade video card without having to choose a low profile card. And also any suggestions on a card would be appreciated. Thanks!Would it be possible to move components of a Dell Optiplex GX280 Small Desktop to a regular atx case?
Generally no as dell uses proprietary mounting and a desktop motherboard has special arrangements to fit the lot profile cards and stuff, and thus is different from the tower form. That said, if you pick up a dell tower case, it might work. At this time the GX280 is pretty outdated, so I would not try and put (money)(time) into it and just upgrade. The Inspiron 531 Desktop (yeah, keep it simple dell! don't mix it up... pfft inspiron desktop, anyway...) is a nice option. It's a full tower with an AMD Dual Core CPU with a PCI-Express slot so you can use a modern graphics card rather than pay more for one on the Obsolete agp format, and can be gotten on ebay for like $200.
All dell's have XP key for Dell XP in the bios so you are good for OS. Also AMD dual cores are the way to go unless you overclock, as they offer similar performance to Intels at lower prices.
Sorry I just looked at an image of your motherboard: if you can find like a dell tower case for an Optiplex 230, I think you should be able to put it in easily. Must be a different model where the board bends sideways. My Dad works for a college and brings home their junked computers, and I see a lot of Dell's (not because they are bad, it's just what they use).Would it be possible to move components of a Dell Optiplex GX280 Small Desktop to a regular atx case?
No. That's a proprietory board and can't be used in a normal case. Main reason is the ribbon cable the board uses to feed the front of the case. It's #6 on the orange schematic your link shows. A standard case doesn't use that type of setup. If you want to do some mild gaming I suggest you just buy a low-profile video card for your present case. Here's an example:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as鈥?/a>
Something to bear in mind is that, althou this card includes the low-profile bracket, most don't so, if you buy one that doesn't you'll have to buy the bracket separately. You simply replace the bracket on the card with the low-profile bracket so it can run in your case. There are also 8600GT low profile video cards if you're an Nvidia fan.
I want to buy a NZXT Apollo Black ATX Mid-Tower Case.?
My current pc is a Dell Dimension 4700. I just want to upgrade the case for fun. (The waranty is already no longer active) I want to know if the dell parts will be compatible with the new case. I think the motherboard is Dell 0M3918. Will it fit with my Wi-Fi card and Video card? If you need more info ask and I will add it.I want to buy a NZXT Apollo Black ATX Mid-Tower Case.?
the best answer i could give you is most likely you will have no real problems, maybe a few minor ones you can work around.
the biggest problems are going to be hooking up the on/off button and lights
also the panel in the back where all the ps/2 ports and usb ports are you will probably not be able to have the tin IO shield around it as the dell one isnt removeable and the one the case comes with will not match your motherboard design.
In the end it probably wouldnt be worth the headache to do it but if you enjoy a project you can try it.
the best answer i could give you is most likely you will have no real problems, maybe a few minor ones you can work around.
the biggest problems are going to be hooking up the on/off button and lights
also the panel in the back where all the ps/2 ports and usb ports are you will probably not be able to have the tin IO shield around it as the dell one isnt removeable and the one the case comes with will not match your motherboard design.
In the end it probably wouldnt be worth the headache to do it but if you enjoy a project you can try it.
Will the 8800 graphics card fit in my Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case?
My motherboard (supposedly) is the ASUS P5N-E SLI LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 650i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard... ( i haven't ordered it yet / bought it at fry's)Will the 8800 graphics card fit in my Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case?
YES! I have an Antec 900 with a GeForce 8800 GTX. There is less than an inch of clearance between the end of the card and the case, but it fits.Will the 8800 graphics card fit in my Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case?
My wife asks me similar questions everytime we go shopping.
She's a size 16 but holds up a skirt size 8 and asks, do you think this will fit me?
yeah, i too have the antec 900 case and an 8800GTS. An 8800Ultra or Gtx might not fit unless you take out the middle fan thing.
Maybe.
A number of reviews mention clearance problems with the video card in the #1 slot and the case, especially if it has a top connector on the video card, which the 8800 and all gaming cards have.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis鈥?/a>
The reason for the top power connector is because the cards power requirements exceed to PCI express X16 slot maximum power specification.
If you use it in SLI mode it will also have a SLI cable attached to the top of both cards.
YES! I have an Antec 900 with a GeForce 8800 GTX. There is less than an inch of clearance between the end of the card and the case, but it fits.Will the 8800 graphics card fit in my Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case?
My wife asks me similar questions everytime we go shopping.
She's a size 16 but holds up a skirt size 8 and asks, do you think this will fit me?
yeah, i too have the antec 900 case and an 8800GTS. An 8800Ultra or Gtx might not fit unless you take out the middle fan thing.
Maybe.
A number of reviews mention clearance problems with the video card in the #1 slot and the case, especially if it has a top connector on the video card, which the 8800 and all gaming cards have.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis鈥?/a>
The reason for the top power connector is because the cards power requirements exceed to PCI express X16 slot maximum power specification.
If you use it in SLI mode it will also have a SLI cable attached to the top of both cards.
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