How to cover old screw and tubing holes in computer case?

Watchwork

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So for my first water cooling build, I tried using some pass through valves and ended up drilling about an inch diameter hole on the hard drive rack in my case.

Anyway, due to inexperience, I realized my initial layout was not ideal and I have devised a much better and easier water cooling layout. But as a result, I moved my reservoir and drilled a new pass through hole. So does anyway have a good way to cover my old holes in the case, or at least make them a little less noticeable. I'm thinking maybe laser cutting a very thin piece of acrylic or maybe even some metal putty, but that could get messy. Any suggestions or past experiences would be very helpful!
 

PilotPlangy

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If you're a metal working and painting novice wanting to get a sleek finish then Id say cut your losses now and buy a new case. Its ridiculously difficult to patch up drilled holes in thin metal.. and even if you you do attempt it you wont be happy with the outcome anyway.
 

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The hole is tiny and the case is expensive, definitely not worth a new one for me. I think I'll just live with it. You can't really see it from the outside so it shouldn't make a big difference.