Coolest desktop / HTPC case ever....

[KenAF]

If you are into HTPC, or desktop cases, the following case looks to be the coolest model yet:

DIGN HV-5 case

This model is now available in Europe, and should be hitting the states in 2-3 weeks. It will be available in silver, gold, and black. It has a blue LED and aluminum tact switches, a USB-based VFD, an IR interface, and an aluminum body that is a whopping 3.55m thick. Of course, it accomodates an ATX motherboard.

Check out some of their concept designs too (click smaller images for larger pic), like this tower, this desktop, this desktop, and this desktop.

 

[BG4533]

Nice elegant, simple design that demands respect. Reminds me of many high end audio components. The thick aluminum should be good for dampening vibrations as well. Should I ask the cost?

Brian

 

[Tetsuo]

/me likes this better

edit: seems its the same as the DIGN 4e case...

 

[dannybin1742]

naaahhh, KenAF found a nice case, - bravo, i'll be waiting to buy on of those

 

[beatle]

Some of those cases make my coolermaster pale in comparison! Whoa.

 

[Corporate Thug]

i wonder how the cooling/airflow is...

 

[Goi]

The DIGN is one of the popular HTPC cases. There are many more along the same train of thought, such as the Digitalis, etc...

 

[huesmann]

$$$?

 

[KenAF]

hues,

With the VFD and power supply, it costs between $260 and $340, depending on where it is sold (currently Asia, limited parts of Europe, Australia).

 

[Nerdwannabe]

$, $$, $$$, $$$$.

 

[Tetsuo]

Originally posted by: Nerdwannabe
$, $$, $$$, $$$$.

$199 for the one i picked, the one KenAF picked is a higher model so maybe $249-$299?

 

[Nerdwannabe]

Originally posted by: Tetsuo

Originally posted by: Nerdwannabe
$, $$, $$$, $$$$.

$199 for the one i picked, the one KenAF picked is a higher model so maybe $249-$299?

The $199 one now $195 one has great exterior finish, but inside looks like a skyhawk, sorry to say.

 

[garak]

Wowsers... I wonder if and when any of those concept cases will be available--specifically, any of the tower configurations. I'm building a new PC as we speak and I was just getting excited about a Cooler Master case. Damn.

 

[Antoneo]

Wow, that is a very elegant and sleek design. Hits home in receiver like styling, wonder if they come in black? Just about perfect.

 

[KenAF]

Antoneo,

Yes, it is available in black, gold, and the silver.

 

[BadNewsBears]

The highly cutting edge design HTPC is on the market that slim and smart case! This is life style enhancement all aluminum case. Dign HV-5 is simple but unique design that has become a key differentiator in the market place. In addition, it design and functions focus on innovation and value. This home theater case perfectly harmonizes all audio & video components you might have. It fits all ATX motherboard and all frames are 1.5mm~4mm thick aluminum, especially front panel that is an extreme 8mm in thickness. This DIGN case feature on special VFD and IR which are controlled by USB and it displays to show your system or program information. The high quality of this case do not compare with any other pc cases. You will never take eye off this case and love Dign HV-5 aluminum case. DIGN HV-5 must enhance user?s sensibility and image that makes your life easier, richer and more enjoyable

WTF? Does that english not sound right or is it just me?

 

[jagr10]

Originally posted by: Munchies

The highly cutting edge design HTPC is on the market that slim and smart case! This is life style enhancement all aluminum case. Dign HV-5 is simple but unique design that has become a key differentiator in the market place. In addition, it design and functions focus on innovation and value. This home theater case perfectly harmonizes all audio & video components you might have. It fits all ATX motherboard and all frames are 1.5mm~4mm thick aluminum, especially front panel that is an extreme 8mm in thickness. This DIGN case feature on special VFD and IR which are controlled by USB and it displays to show your system or program information. The high quality of this case do not compare with any other pc cases. You will never take eye off this case and love Dign HV-5 aluminum case. DIGN HV-5 must enhance user?s sensibility and image that makes your life easier, richer and more enjoyable

WTF? Does that english not sound right or is it just me?

Well...most of these companies are korean or taiwanese and they just translate to the best of their knowledge.

 

[deerslayer]

Makes me want a desktop case :Q

 

[Zepper]

Check this one out: MSI Mega !!!
.b.h.
Hoping for some :sun:!

 

[Derick]

Thats pretty nice too. And just $320.

 

[Zepper]

I'd rather have the AMD version - supposed to be able to support a 2800+ or higher on a 200W PSU???
.bh.
Hoping for :sun: !

 

[Wurrmm]

I could never pay more than 75 for a case. I guess pretty cases just don't do it for me...only performance.

 

[Tetsuo]

Originally posted by: Wurrmm
I could never pay more than 75 for a case. I guess pretty cases just don't do it for me...only performance.

same here, but i really want a DIGN case, so i'll just save up

 

[netjack]

http://www.excaliberpc.com/product_info.php?products_id=2194


dang it includes mobo/processor/and memory??? jeesh this is awezome..or am i reading the specs wrong?

 

[Tetsuo]

Originally posted by: netjack
http://www.excaliberpc.com/product_info.php?products_id=2194 dang it includes mobo/processor/and memory??? jeesh this is awezome..or am i reading the specs wrong?

you only get the case and motherboard

thats what a "barebone" is