There are many articles out there that show you how to create a case using a Mini-ITX or a Mini-ATX motherboard and both of these options have everything built into them (onboard video, sound, network, and the works). This is a fine idea if youÂ’re going for something that is not very upgradeable. For our project we are looking to make a computer just as good, if not better, than a standard mid-tower computer. The ideas behind this project come from the fact that this is going to be used in a college dorm environment where space and noise level is of the up most importance. There is nothing worse than going to bed and hearing the hum of your 4 case fans to keep you up. LetÂ’s move on to how we are going to accomplish this project.

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