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===Computer Cases===

===Computer Cases===

[[Image:case.gif|thumb|left|230px|Computer cases come in all sizes and colors. Besides simple replacement boxes, many specialty cases exist for gamers wanting to show their creative side. This [http://www.supernotebook.com/atx-case-7654-48-CA-c-2628U.htm ATX gamers case] features a carry handle for easy movement to and from LAN parties as well as a clear plexi-glass side window to view the interior parts.]]

[[Image:case.gif|thumb|left|230px|Computer cases come in all sizes and colors. Besides simple replacement boxes, many specialty cases exist for gamers wanting to show their creative side. This [http://www.supernotebook.com/atx-case-7654-48-CA-c-2628U.htm ATX gamers case] features a carry handle for easy movement to and from LAN parties as well as a clear plexi-glass side window to view the interior parts.]]

Below is a list of key questions to as yourself before buying a computer case. The majority of computers and computer part are made to support standard ATX cases such as [http://www.supernotebook.com/atx-case-875-40-c-2828.htm this silver mac inspired case].  

Below is a list of key questions to as yourself before buying a computer case. The majority of computers and computer parts are made to support standard ATX cases such as [http://www.supernotebook.com/atx-case-875-40-c-2828.htm this silver mac inspired case].  

*'''Does it have front USB?''' It almost doesn't make sense to have a computer case without front usb. Front USB ports come in handy for hooking up digital cameras and downloading images. This enables you to avoid pulling the computer out to search for the usb ports in the back. Almost all motherboards have ports for front usb as well as rear usb. Other uses of front usb ports are: memory stick insertion, mp3 player docking, portable printer docking, and temporary networking between computers.

*'''Does it have front USB?''' It almost doesn't make sense to have a computer case without front usb. Front USB ports come in handy for hooking up digital cameras and downloading images. This enables you to avoid pulling the computer out to search for the usb ports in the back. Almost all motherboards have ports for front usb as well as rear usb. Other uses of front usb ports are: memory stick insertion, mp3 player docking, portable printer docking, and temporary networking between computers.

===Power Supplies===

===Power Supplies===

[[Image:530supply.gif|thumb|right|230px|A good power supply is key to the long term health of your computer. By not adequately supplying the parts within your computer with enough power, the overall life of your computer will be drastically shortened. For modern computers with dedicated graphics cards and high power multi-core CPUs, the standard 300 watt supply may but be enough. If you have high performance components make sure to get at least a [http://www.supernotebook.com/530-watt-power-supply-530wps.htm 530 watt power supply].]]   

[[Image:530supply.gif|thumb|right|230px|A good power supply is key to the long term health of your computer. By not adequately supplying the parts within your computer with enough power, the overall life of your computer will be drastically shortened. For modern computers with dedicated graphics cards and high power multi-core CPUs, the standard 300 watt supply may not be enough. If you have high performance components make sure to get at least a [http://www.supernotebook.com/530-watt-power-supply-530wps.htm 530 watt power supply].]]   

The first question to ask yourself is, "Is what form factor is my power supply?". The most common types are ATX and Micro ATX.<ref>If you have this information available then the selection process is much easier. The information is sometimes stamped somewhere on the power supply or may be contained in the manual for your existing computer. If you're looking for an ATX power supply make sure the power supply is an ATX form factor, not micro ATX or any other.</ref> The majority of desktop computers sold use the ATX form factor since its introduction by Intel in 1995.  

The first question to ask yourself is, "Is what form factor is my power supply?". The most common types are ATX and Micro ATX.<ref>If you have this information available then the selection process is much easier. The information is sometimes stamped somewhere on the power supply or may be contained in the manual for your existing computer. If you're looking for an ATX power supply make sure the power supply is an ATX form factor, not micro ATX or any other.</ref> The majority of desktop computers sold use the ATX form factor since its introduction by Intel in 1995.