Enclosure DeskMeet Chassis

[confusis]

Hey all,

My google-fu is proving futile on this one. Has anyone seen an aftermarket chassis offered for the DeskMeet motherboard's unique form factor?

 

[Skripka]

It kind of looks like 'Deep-ITX', which is 6.7"x8"...but the only things that properly support that off the shelf are probably servers. Could probably 3D print something out of ABS...

 

[confusis]

It's deep-ITX with front panel IO embedded (Reviewed here: https://smallformfactor.net/reviews/asrocks-deskmeet-b660-fantastic-idea-interesting-execution/)

I'd like to go with something made from metal, but worst case I can power up Sketchup and my Ender 3 Max

 

[tinyitx]

It probably has to be custom made, if it exits at all.
This Asrock Deskmeet is so recent and the mobo size is so unique. So, the demand has to be extremely small.

Perhaps a solution is to just get another Deskmeet case?
Eg there is this broken unit for sale in its as-is condition. The 599 RMB is about 138 NZ$. Not too bad. But then there is the shipping cost too.

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[confusis]

I still have the original case, just wanted something more... Special

 

[REVOCCASES]

the board actually fits in quite a few "normal ITX" cases if you don't mind loosing the front I/O or using extension cables...

one of my builds, just for example:



Log - Deskmeet B660 deep ITX meets Louqe Raw S1 - bonus: CNC wooden top hat | SFF.Network (smallformfactor.net)

I could imagine this is also interesting for a NAS / home-server build if you DIY a mount for SSDs/HDDs in the GPU compartment...

 

[Analogue Blacksheep]

I have been looking into this for a while. Your best chances are either the Sugo SG05/SG13/SG16, the FormD T1 (You might need to move the PSU) or the Shiny Snake (KXRORS) G200/S400.

You also will need to figure out how to move the front IO.

 

[Solo]

Dude. I was literally just thinking of Protocasing something for mine lol. My NJ450 is on tap and I'm still using the stupid included PSU.

 

[Analogue Blacksheep]

I have been looking into this for a while. Your best chances are either the Sugo SG05/SG13/SG16, the FormD T1 (You might need to move the PSU) or the Shiny Snake (KXRORS) G200/S400.

You also will need to figure out how to move the front IO.

@confusis Following my previous post, here’s some close ups of my SG05. You want something like this that has enough extra room past the ITX mount.


You will also need something like this for the front IO: https://www.scan.co.uk/products/300...o-2x-type-a-(male)-inc-pci-passthough-bracket

 

[Arboreal]

Good call on the SG shoeboxes @Analogue Blacksheep ! I have a hacked SG06 in my attic, but fear it woudl be prohibitive to send to @confusis in NZ

In my mind, the Deskmeet board is a bit like a Shuttle PC motherboard, ITX but longer.
If it fits (I'm sure I read somewhere that later Shuttle cases could take ITX boards), you could have a stealth Shuttle upgrade

Dude. I was literally just thinking of Protocasing something for mine lol. My NJ450 is on tap and I'm still using the stupid included PSU.

ATX PSU in a smallish case? I still don't get that thinking

 

[confusis]

Hmmmmm, been a while since I played with a Sugo! I'd hate to lose the front IO, but there are ways around that...

 

[Analogue Blacksheep]

Hmmmmm, been a while since I played with a Sugo! I'd hate to lose the front IO, but there are ways around that...

Yeah, I think the trick to preserve the front io will be using adapter cables. And route them to the cases front panel or free PCI slot bracket.

 

[confusis]

Yeah, I think the trick to preserve the front io will be using adapter cables. And route them to the cases front panel or free PCI slot bracket.

Woops, completely missed the link on your post!

 

[Analogue Blacksheep]

I can't seem to find a cable that would connect the front audio jacks to the HD Audio cable.

 

[confusis]

Skyreach 4 Mini. It fits perfectly, just need to 180 the front section of the chassis.

 

[Analogue Blacksheep]

I’m sure ADT Link has usb cables that could work here.

USB Extension Cable

USB Extension Cable

www.adt.link

USB 3.0 Type-A male to Type-A male flat cable

USB 3.0 Type-A male to Type-A male flat cable

www.adt.link

USS3-MM-13P​

ADT-Link USB 3.0 Cable USB to USB Cable Type A Male to Male USB Extension Cable Super Speed 90/270 Degree Angle Up/Down Angled (10cm, S1A-S1B) https://a.co/d/iAszrTr

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Or alternatively you could make a custom front panel?

 

[confusis]

I'll likely make a custom front panel, or cut holes in the existing one (if I can find it)

The ports line up practically perfectly if I was to use a thin metal front panel - amazing coincidence really

 

[confusis]

Well, I guess power supply will be the main hurdle in this case (heh). Card is my RTX2060 TUF, fastest thing I own. HDPlex 400w DC-ATX just won't have any room for cables. Hmmmm

 

[confusis]

Determination, drill bits, and depinning the EPS 8pin to make it an old skool 4 pin has netted me this. Unfortunately the ATX cable is a disaster, but that's the best combination I have on hand at the moment.

 

[SFFMunkee]

What the heck is the PCIe riser you're using there??