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07-11-2006, 01:29 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
|  build a mini PC
is it possible to build a mini PC on my own?
what's to consider when build it? | 
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07-11-2006, 02:01 AM
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Banned Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 7,928
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You would have to look long and hard for parts for it 
Depends on what you mean by "Mini".
The only small pre-built computers are Mac Mini and Shuttle.
Newegg has a listing of small cases, and then you can look for HD, Laptop CD-ROM, mobo, etc to accomodate the small case http://www.newegg.com/ProductSort/Su...&SubCategory=7 | |
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07-11-2006, 02:35 AM
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Monster Techie Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,947
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yes it is possible
you just need a small case, a mATX motherboard, and low-profile cards.
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07-11-2006, 04:29 AM
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Wizard Techie Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 4,539
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For compatibility and as a time saver you might want to pick up a mini-pc barebones just so you get the case/mobo/psu issues taken care of as they're the biggest hassles. Some can acommodate a full sized graphics card, some need a low profile. If the description doesn't specify check the reviews and/or google so you're sure.
Downside are very limited expandability (usually only one hd, optical, sometimes a floppy), occasional heat issues, and increased cost of replacement parts if mobo/psu dies.
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07-11-2006, 06:33 AM
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teH SavagE TekkiE Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: West Coast Cali Posts: 1,209
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The nicest and most popular mini case is the Aspire X-Qpack. I think it looks really cool.
Aspire X-Qpack: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811144110
It comes with a 420watt PSU which is kind of good considering that other mATX PSU's are like only 200 watts.
Here is the best micro ATX mobo that will fit into a mini case, unless you want Intel then I wouldn't know about the best Intel compatible mobo.
Biostar T-Force 6100: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138264
It got really good reviews and its a pretty good overclocker for a microATX mobo. Lots of people say it is kind of like a mini DFI Lanparty because it has so many features.
The rest of the build you can customize on your own, but thats the best case and mobo for a mini pc in my opinion.
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07-11-2006, 09:35 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
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Quote: Originally posted by talldude123
You would have to look long and hard for parts for it
Depends on what you mean by "Mini".
The only small pre-built computers are Mac Mini and Shuttle.
Newegg has a listing of small cases, and then you can look for HD, Laptop CD-ROM, mobo, etc to accomodate the small case
http://www.newegg.com/ProductSort/Su...&SubCategory=7 | well.. pre-built is not interesting at all ..
i would like to try something that can combine parts on my own.. thx for your website | |
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07-11-2006, 09:37 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
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i want to build a small pc that is enough for word processing and watch movie only. because my gf need it..
i think laptop is not suitable for her, and desktop is far too heavy for her to bring it home when needed.. so i want to build a mini pc that is low end..
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07-11-2006, 09:43 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
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Quote: Originally posted by aliasaid
yes it is possible
you just need a small case, a mATX motherboard, and low-profile cards. | i thought i gotta spend money at mini mac.. huh.. | |
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07-11-2006, 09:52 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
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Quote: Originally posted by jorsoft03
For compatibility and as a time saver you might want to pick up a mini-pc barebones just so you get the case/mobo/psu issues taken care of as they're the biggest hassles. Some can acommodate a full sized graphics card, some need a low profile. If the description doesn't specify check the reviews and/or google so you're sure.
Downside are very limited expandability (usually only one hd, optical, sometimes a floppy), occasional heat issues, and increased cost of replacement parts if mobo/psu dies. | the heat is the big issue for me, i think i gotta find out how to solve it before i build one | |
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07-11-2006, 09:53 AM
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Junior Techie Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59
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Quote: Originally posted by BiGyLiLuPdAmIdL
The nicest and most popular mini case is the Aspire X-Qpack. I think it looks really cool.
Aspire X-Qpack:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811144110
It comes with a 420watt PSU which is kind of good considering that other mATX PSU's are like only 200 watts.
Here is the best micro ATX mobo that will fit into a mini case, unless you want Intel then I wouldn't know about the best Intel compatible mobo.
Biostar T-Force 6100:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138264
It got really good reviews and its a pretty good overclocker for a microATX mobo. Lots of people say it is kind of like a mini DFI Lanparty because it has so many features.
The rest of the build you can customize on your own, but thats the best case and mobo for a mini pc in my opinion. | thx for your suggestion, i will refer to what u suggested | |
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