Lian Li PC-7B PLUS II Q

[breathemetal]

http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...oducts_id=2709

I just fell in love w/ this case. Roomy for latest hardware, yet small and simple looking. Very nice. Might just get this instead of the p182se.

Are there any newer revisions or better versions though? Just want to make sure. Or any other better small lian cases?

Feel free to point me to other lian cases. Must be ATX though, no MicroATX please. And must be black.

Windows are a plus (but i could always just install my own)

[Chewbenator]

Just take a look at the newegg.com selection of Lian Li cases.

[atomic ferret]

That's a nice case. I have the PC-60 which is similar, but uses 80mm fans. It is a very well built case. I am a fan of simplicity and elegance and Lian Li's usually fit the bill.

[breathemetal]

there are just so many lian li options for small midtower cases! idk what to choose lol

PC8B
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/82...c295s740#blank

PCB25B
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/70...c295s740#blank

PC-A05B
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=21642

PC-7B PLUS II
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...oducts_id=2709

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I really like the A05B but would I be able to fit everything i need to in it with decent cooling?

Would a TRUE fit in it?

What about a Ultra x3 800wt? I think its standard sized.

And im only going with 1 gpu, but would length be a problem?

And im wondering where ill cut holes for wire management?

[methimpikehoses]

Of those, I like the PC-8B.

[breathemetal]

Yea it is nice. I prolly wont go with the a05 because it seems like it may be a bit TOO small

[methimpikehoses]

That PC-8B seems like a bit larger and nicer version of the 7B plus II.

edit: did you check out the silverstone ft01?

[breathemetal]

yeah, i still like the PC-7B PLUS II. especially because i can order it WITH a window, and i wont have to mod my own and risk jacking up the sidepanel lol

and im not going to paint the inside since im going to be coating almost all surfaces with acoustic foam

[Marin]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811112197

Like this one --> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811112195

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Not a big fan of those Marin, thanks tho

[methimpikehoses]

Actually I like the 7B plus II the more I look at it. Maybe a bit cramped, but probably OK for 1 gpu...

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I have no plans on going dual gpu
i like to stay as simple as i can
thats why i ditched wc, i can get good temps and oc's on good air

my main inspiration is krame's build here:
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...&postcount=444

[breathemetal]

A little hardware update. what do u think?

(proposed rig)

pc7b
-side window
-sleeved wiring
-120mm top hole

OR Silverstone FT01

ultra x3 800wt psu

x5 Yate Loon D12SL-12C

AcoustiPack for sound dampening

Pioneer DVD burner

5'' LCD Video module Should be fun.

Core i7 920 w/ Ultra 120 Black

EVGA x58

OCZ 1600 6gb DDR3

EVGA 295

WD Caviar 320gb and 640gb

Should cost me around 1k since im selling my current rig to my dad for 1200 so ill only have to match it

[Chewbenator]

I am fairly sure the PC-A05 would fit a TRUE. I can't find the picture now but someone on [H] had one it in if I'm remembering correctly. It is a small case but a bit wider than most midtowers. Of course if you went with a 5" screen it wouldn't fit in the drive bays.

But, I also like the PC-7.

[breathemetal]

Yea i doubt ill do the a05 now. It is a bit too small

[SAE]

I own the PC-A17A (-A17B is black), cause I think it's simply sexy. Chose that over the previously favoured PC-60A Plus II.
You could might aso like the PC-60FW...

[Dante80]

You can make a pc7 rig very beautiful, just put your mind to it...its a great midi case...^^

http://www.million-dollar-pc.com/sys...pc7se3-mcp.htm
http://www.million-dollar-pc.com/sys...se-losmile.htm

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Thanks!

[breathemetal]

Well I definitely am going LianLi, but I need some more help here.

i want a smaller case, midsized i suppose, with removable mobo tray, room for a 3 5.25'' bay lcd video module, and 1 optical, black, with no mesh.

[Krame]

I say the PC-7 Plus II, but breathemetal you probably already knew I'd say that. Some of the other Lian Li's that I was looking at were the A16 and A17. I liked the fact that it had 5.25 bays down the entire front panel and removable mobo tray. Those PC-7's from million dollar pc inspired me to go with the PC-7.

[HuffPCair]

I love these cases I just wish I wasnt broke so I could get one. They are so nice looking and very clean looking I like that

[breathemetal]

I say the PC-7 Plus II, but breathemetal you probably already knew I'd say that. Some of the other Lian Li's that I was looking at were the A16 and A17. I liked the fact that it had 5.25 bays down the entire front panel and removable mobo tray. Those PC-7's from million dollar pc inspired me to go with the PC-7.

i really like the PC-A17B
thanks for the info

the removable mobo tray will make it easier to paint as well.

very simple looking with great features and plent of room for what i need.
this might just be the case i was looking for.

[breathemetal]

IDK if this can even be answered yet but would a PCA17B have problems housing a Coolermaster V10 or V12?

[Zorlac]

Does Lian Li make a window for the PC-A17B?

I really like the PC-7B with a window....simple/standard ATX spec and badass Lian Li craftmanship.