Looking for assistance in possible upgrades

[DaColeTrain]

So I have this PC that I got about two years ago, I am happy with it and it hasn't given me any troubles at all. However, I am looking at potential upgrades. The first most important part is the case, I haven't taken apart this specific case because on how much is involved (I have never taken apart or put together a pc and just bought this from ibuypower so I wouldn't have to put it together). If someone could take a quick look at the specs and maybe give me some upgrades if any are absolutely necessary that would be great! If anything should be upgraded forthmost I'm looking for a compatible case that I could swap the current parts over with the motherboard in mind or if you recommend a different motherboard could you post a compatible case with said motherboard.

PS. The Revolt case is not the new one thats currently out but the first edition they created

Case 1 x iBUYPOWER Revolt Mini Tower Gaming Case
Case Lighting 1 x Revolt Advanced Lighting
Processor 1 x Intel® Core™ i5-4670K Processor (4x 3.40GHz/6MB L3 Cache) - Intel Core™ i5-4670K
Processor Cooling 1 x Certified CPU Fan and Heatsink (Intel)
Memory 1 x 8 GB [4 GB X2] DDR3-1600 Memory Module
Video Card 1 x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 - 2GB - Single Card
Motherboard 1 x MSI Z87I Mini-ITX -- Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2230 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
Power Supply 1 x 500 Watt - FSP 1U 80 Plus Gold Certificated Power Supply
Primary Hard Drive 1 x 1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 32M Cache, 7200 RPM, 6.0Gb/s - Single Drive
Optical Drive 1 x 6x BLU-RAY Reader + DVD±R/±RW Slot Load Combo Drive
Internal Wireless Network Adapter 1 x 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi + Bluetooth Combo [Revolt-B85]

 

[Ecky]

Why do you want a new case? Moving your parts over will essentially be the same as rebuilding the PC from scratch.

If you replace your motherboard, you'll need to purchase a new copy of Windows. Your Windows license is tied to your motherboard.

What are you looking to do with your PC? What upgrades are "absolutely necessary" will depend on what it's not doing that you want it to do.

If i had that PC, the first thing I'd probably buy is a 240GB SSD, and clone my HDD over to it, then move all of bulk data (music, videos) over to the HDD.

 

[DaColeTrain]

On the case issue, to me I can't access my GPU without taking apart the ENITRE cases (meaning I have to open it up and remove everything including the motherboard to access it and to me that's a pain) If I remember correctly even with installing a new hard drive I'd still have to go through a lot to upgrade even that. To be honest there's nothing the computers NOT doing in my opinion, I'm braindead when it comes to computers and upgrades and was trying to get an opinion on if I should even upgrade anything. But I really still would like a recommendation for a proper case that would fit the motherboard and the parts I currently have.

Why do you want a new case? Moving your parts over will essentially be the same as rebuilding the PC from scratch.

If you replace your motherboard, you'll need to purchase a new copy of Windows. Your Windows license is tied to your motherboard.

What are you looking to do with your PC? What upgrades are "absolutely necessary" will depend on what it's not doing that you want it to do.

If i had that PC, the first thing I'd probably buy is a 240GB SSD, and clone my HDD over to it, then move all of bulk data (music, videos) over to the HDD.

 

[Ecky]

You can put an ITX motherboard into an ATX case, but the case will be 95% empty. There are some great, usable ITX cases available, each with their own quirks. Some of my favorites:


The Raven and Milo both lay the video card down parallel to the motherboard, much like the case you have, and make excellent use of their volume, with practically no wasted space. They fit long video cards, and because of their design, require no added fans, as components that produce heat have vents right next to them. IMO, these cases are generally well thought-out pieces of engineering, and are very accessible. The disadvantage that prevents me from using them in a lot of builds is that you need to use an SFX form factor power supply, as these cases are narrower than the height of a normal ATX PSU, though there are some really great SFX PSU options available now. However, if you change cases, you're going to need to replace your power supply anyway, since a 1U unit probably won't fit in any major aftermarket case.

Another common layout puts the motherboard horizontally, as is exemplified by the Silverstone Sugo. This layout allows for long video cards, and allows for the use of the more abundant and cheaper ATX form factor PSU, but having the power supply over the motherboard makes swapping components a pain. Generally there is also unused space in the front, which is unappealing to me, as it makes these cases larger than is necessary for the components they house. The Fractal Node resolves these issues by placing the power supply in the front, and instead having a large 140mm fan over the motherboard in the back.

None of these ITX cases have a 5.25" bay, but you can find cases with these layouts that do, if you need it. I don't think your optical drive is 5.25" form factor anyway, so regardless of what case you pick, you're also going to need to get an external enclosure for your optical drive, or just live without it.