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XPS 8900, Case Swap
I currently own a Dell XPS 8900 but I have been wanting to upgrade and change the case of the PC. However, I like the components that are currently in my PC. I was hoping to be able to transfer everything from my XPS 8900 into the new case.
With that said, I have heard and read that dell motherboards use different mounting holes than standard ATX motherboards. So my question is, does anyone know a case that has high airflow and allows for the mounting of a dell xps 8900 motherboard?
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May 8th, 2020 19:00
there are many options for high air flow case. my recommendation is based on some old classic cases. I had handled old Antec 900 series (mid tower but takes full atx board) as well as Cooler Master HAF932 full tower case. NZXT phantom 530 is another one I liked. All these have top exhaust fan in addition to straight front to back air flow. HAF (which stands for high air flow) also has side vent.
you will be okay mounting Dell XPS motherboard in aftermarket case. It is not as bad as someone said. the only tricky part is front panel connector wiring. for example in this video someone swapped into a Thermaltake case successfully. there is also tip of power switch in it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsK7Q0zmfw0