Case Styles
Relative sizes: click image to enlarge.
This page details the case styles available for use with the SmaQ systems.
Whilst all the cases are small, each has it's own unique characteristics. From the multi-drive Antec ISK300 down to the microscopic Mini-Box M350.
Several of the cases can be used in either horizontal or vertical positions. The Mini-Box M350 can also be mounted behind a suitable monitor or even be wall mounted.
For the lowest possible noise, go for a case with an external power supply. Find out more about noise here.
You can click on the images below to enlarge or rotate the case on the individual SmaQ pages.
 | Supporting two drive bays this case can be used where larger amounts of storage are required. Two 80mm fans ensure things are kept cool with a minimum of noise (one has a three speed switch). The case is all black with the optical drive bay concealed beneath a flap on the front panel. A stand is provided which enables the case to be used in the horizontal or vertical position. - Vertical or horizontal use
- Integrated PSU for a neat solution
- Integrated optical drive slot
- Front panel USB and audio
- 2 x hard drive bays
| | Size: | 222 x 328 x 96mm (8.7" x 12.9" x 3.8") | | Case volume: | 7 litres |
| | Drive bays: | 2 x 2.5" hard drive bays. | | DVD bays: | 1 x slimline optical drive bay. | | Front USB: | 2 x USB 2.0. | | Front audio: | Audio out and mic input. | | Expansion: | 1 x half height expansion slot (where the motherboard allows). | | Other ports: | Front panel eSata. | | Cooling: | 2 fans (PSU and a 3 speed case fan) . |
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SMAQ30
 | Incorporating an Intel DG41AN motherboard with a Celeron processor and HD graphics. Internal 150W PSU with fan. | From: £248.93 (£207.44 ex VAT) | | SMAQ40
| Intel Core i3 processor on an Intel DH57JG motherboard. Internal 150W PSU with fan. | From: £282.85 (£235.71 ex VAT) | |
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 | A smart black metal case with a silver stripe together with an integrated DVD/Bluray slot and self contained power supply makes for a very neat solution. The constant speed fan in the power supply provides adequate cooling. - Vertical or horizontal use
- Integrated PSU for a neat solution
- Integrated optical drive slot
- Front panel USB and audio
| | Size: | 254 x 219 x 88mm | | Case volume: | 4.9 litres |
| | Drive bays: | 1 x 2.5" hard drive bay | | DVD bays: | 1 x slimline optical drive bay | | Front USB: | 2 x USB 2.0 | | Front audio: | Audio out and mic input | | Expansion: | 1 x half height expansion slot (where the motherboard allows). | | Other ports: | Front panel eSata. | | Cooling: | Constant speed PSU fan |
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SMAQ23
 | Embedded Celeron dual core on a Biostar motherboard. HD graphics with HDMI port. Internal 100W ITX PSU | From: £192.71 (£160.59 ex VAT) | | SMAQ30
| Incorporating an Intel DG41AN motherboard with a Celeron processor and HD graphics. Internal 220W Flex ITX PSU | From: £225.91 (£188.26 ex VAT) | | SMAQ40
| Intel Core i3 processor on an Intel DH57JG motherboard. Internal 220W Flex ITX PSU | From: £259.84 (£216.53 ex VAT) | |
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 | One of the smallest mini-itx cases available, this attractive case is contructed of metal with a plastic fascia. Through the use of innovative power technology, it makes use of an external PSU so that systems built into this case are very quiet. Because it is so small it easily mounts onto the back of a display unit. - External PSU to minimise noise
- 2 x Concealed USB under front fascia (lid has to be removed to access them)
- Wall and display mount possible using VESA 100
| | Size: | 192 x 210 x 62mm (7.5" x 8.7" x 2.4") | | Case volume: | 2.5 litres |
| | Drive bays: | 1 x internal 2.5" drive bay | | DVD bays: | 1 x slimline optical drive bay | | Front USB: | 2 x internal USB slots under the front panel (lid must be removed to access) | | Front audio: | Audio out and mic input | | Expansion: | 1 x half height expansion slot (where the motherboard allows). | | Other ports: | Front panel eSata. | | Cooling: | 1 x small fan (usually off) in the external PSU |
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SMAQ23
| Embedded Celeron dual core on a Biostar motherboard. HD graphics with HDMI port. External 80W PSU (FANLESS - Silent with SSD drive) | From: £266.11 (£221.76 ex VAT) | | SMAQ30
| Incorporating an Intel DG41AN motherboard with a Celeron processor and HD graphics. External 110W PSU with fan which switches on under extreme load. | From: £328.31 (£273.59 ex VAT) | | SMAQ40
| Intel Core i3 processor on an Intel DH57JG motherboard. External 110W PSU with fan which switches on under extreme load. | From: £362.23 (£301.86 ex VAT) | |
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 | The perforated design of the case, the drives below the motherboard and the external power supply mean that systems installed in this case operate as cool as possible. As a result they need less mechanical cooling and therefore the system is quieter. Even with these innovations this case looks good and has the added versitility of a vertical stand and optional monitor mount. - Vertical or horizontal use (stand supplied)
- Integrated optical drive slot
- Drives are below the motherboard for optimum cooling
- Front panel USB and audio
- External PSU to minimise noise
- Display mount available
| | Size: | 200 x 235 x 92mm | | Case volume: | 4.3 litres |
| | Drive bays: | 1 x 2.5" hard drive bay | | DVD bays: | 1 x slimline optical drive bay | | Front USB: | 2 x USB 2.0. | | Front audio: | Audio out and mic input. | | Expansion: | 1 x half height expansion slot (where the motherboard allows). | | Other ports: | Front panel eSata. | | Cooling: | 1 x small fan (usually off) in the external PSU |
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SMAQ23
| Embedded Celeron dual core on a Biostar motherboard. HD graphics with HDMI port. External 60W PSU (FANLESS - Silent with SSD drive) | From: £218.53 (£182.11 ex VAT) | | SMAQ30
| Incorporating an Intel DG41AN motherboard with a Celeron processor and HD graphics. External 150W PSU with fan which switches on under extreme load. | From: £263.08 (£219.23 ex VAT) | | SMAQ40
| Intel Core i3 processor on an Intel DH57JG motherboard. External 150W PSU with fan which switches on under extreme load. | From: £297.00 (£247.50 ex VAT) | |
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