[SOLVED] Custom build in a unique case. Size issues

[Jerry Beard]

I have a case from a dvr that I thought it might be a unique computer case. its approx. the size of a vcr. I hoping to put some extra components I have lying around into it and give it the appearance that its simply a dvr, but add wireless keyboard and mouse, so I could, if needed use it as a computer, but mainly stream our online services, and youtube.. now the issue.. Power supply I have, I am not sure if it will fit. also I only lack cpu and heat sink. (and potentially another video card). I was wondering about suggestions for low profile heat sink and possibly video card.. and maybe power supply if I can't make it fit. its a motherboard from a dell xps 8300 thanks for any ideas. also can I just somehow use the power button from the dvr,

 

[asoroka]

If you have the money then perhaps you could look at an Intel NUC.

looking at coolers, you probably need low profile like.
Noctua NH-L9x65 Lower Profile Multi Socket CPU Cooler

look for low profile GPU
MSI GeForce GT 1030 Low Profile
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1050 OC 2GB Low Profile

 

[Jerry Beard]

If you have the money then perhaps you could look at an Intel NUC.

looking at coolers, you probably need low profile like.
Noctua NH-L9x65 Lower Profile Multi Socket CPU Cooler

look for low profile GPU
MSI GeForce GT 1030 Low Profile
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1050 OC 2GB Low Profile

thank you,, won't be using the nuc, but the Cooler and video card seem like great options. Its just a "for fun / recycling" project for me, and I already have motherboard, memory, hdd and power supply (although I might have to find a smaller power supply)

 

[asoroka]

how high is your case?

 

[tennis2]

I bet this will fit. 3.2"x1.6"x5.9"
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817256209

If you don't need something that small, look into PSUs such as SFX like this or TFX like this

 

[Jerry Beard]

I bet this will fit. 3.2"x1.6"x5.9"
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817256209

If you don't need something that small, look into PSUs such as SFX like this or TFX like this

I think it might take the smaller one .. I still gotta get the motherboard inside and see if it will work with a low profile heat sink or if I gotta abandon the whole idea

 

[tennis2]

I also should mention Pico PSUs that run on an external DC power brick. Not sure how low power your system components are though.

I'm probably one of the last people to tell you this isn't worth it (this is my HTPC) But the Fractal Design Node 202 looks almost the same as a DVR. Just want to make sure you're aware of your options.

 

[Jerry Beard]

I also should mention Pico PSUs that run on an external DC power brick. Not sure how low power your system components are though.

I'm probably one of the last people to tell you this isn't worth it (this is my HTPC) But the Fractal Design Node 202 looks almost the same as a DVR. Just want to make sure you're aware of your options.

The thing is .. this is just a project for fun, using what I have around. I have the DVR, HDD Motherboard, Memory chips. I just want to see if I can combine this and make something

 

[asoroka]

You will need to drill holes (probably at the back) for an exhaust fan (40mm - 60mm)

 

[Jerry Beard]

You will need to drill holes (probably at the back) for an exhaust fan (40mm - 60mm)

Probably in the top too.(where ever the heat sink ends up at) gotta find my tools in order to even get into the case.. ( I really should get organised )