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I'm a big fan of mini PCs and have experimented with models from various manufacturers. However, I found the customization options limiting, so I decided to build my own custom SFF (Small Form Factor) PC.

This is my first attempt, and I'd love any advice on cable management, as it's currently a bit messy.

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Components Used

CPU: AMD 8600G
Cooler: Thermalright AXP90-X47 Full Copper Low Profile CPU Cooler
Motherboard: ASRock A620I LIGHTNING WIFI
RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600)
Storage:
2x WD_BLACK 1TB SN850X NVMe
TEAMGROUP T-FORCE VULCAN Z 1TB SSD
Crucial 128GB SSD
Case: AliExpress Mini ITX Case

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Challenges Faced

PSU Noise:
I wanted to avoid using Pico or Plex PSUs due to noise concerns, so I opted for the HD Plex instead.
Direct Power Input:
I wanted to avoid barrel plugs and charging adapters, so I implemented a direct input setup. However, no case I found included a C14 cutout, so I had to create one manually using a CNC machine. Unfortunately, no pre-built cases met all my requirements.

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Suggestions for HD Plex

Improved Mounting Options:
Mounting the HD Plex was challenging due to the limited screw and mounting hole options. Including more screws and mounting configurations would greatly simplify installation.
Dual Input Plugs:
Adding dual input connectors for both C14 and C5 plugs would be a fantastic feature, allowing users to switch between them as needed.

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If anyone has tips for cable management or other feedback on my build, I’d greatly appreciate it!

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Let me know if you’d like additional tweaks!

<blockquote data-quote="newdriv" data-source="post: 290637" data-attributes="member: 41007">I'm a big fan of mini PCs and have experimented with models from various manufacturers. However, I found the customization options limiting, so I decided to build my own custom SFF (Small Form Factor) PC.This is my first attempt, and I'd love any advice on cable management, as it's currently a bit messy.[HR][/HR]<h3>Components Used</h3><ul>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">CPU: AMD 8600G</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Cooler: Thermalright AXP90-X47 Full Copper Low Profile CPU Cooler</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Motherboard: ASRock A620I LIGHTNING WIFI</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600)</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Storage:<ul>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">2x WD_BLACK 1TB SN850X NVMe</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">TEAMGROUP T-FORCE VULCAN Z 1TB SSD</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Crucial 128GB SSD</li>
</ul></li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Case: <a href="https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256806426866284.html">AliExpress Mini ITX Case</a></li>
</ul>[HR][/HR]<h3>Challenges Faced</h3><ol>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">PSU Noise: 
I wanted to avoid using Pico or Plex PSUs due to noise concerns, so I opted for the HD Plex instead.</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">Direct Power Input: 
I wanted to avoid barrel plugs and charging adapters, so I implemented a direct input setup. However, no case I found included a C14 cutout, so I had to create one manually using a CNC machine. Unfortunately, no pre-built cases met all my requirements.</li>
</ol>[HR][/HR]<h3>Suggestions for HD Plex</h3><ol>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">Improved Mounting Options: 
Mounting the HD Plex was challenging due to the limited screw and mounting hole options. Including more screws and mounting configurations would greatly simplify installation.</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">Dual Input Plugs: 
Adding dual input connectors for both C14 and C5 plugs would be a fantastic feature, allowing users to switch between them as needed.</li>
</ol>[HR][/HR]If anyone has tips for cable management or other feedback on my build, I’d greatly appreciate it![HR][/HR]Let me know if you’d like additional tweaks!<img src="https://i.ibb.co/KN5tXn9/front-view.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /><img src="https://i.ibb.co/X5ghwTw/side-view.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /><img src="https://i.ibb.co/0r4h6yq/cable-management.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /><img src="https://i.ibb.co/x1d8S3Y/Internals.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></blockquote>

[QUOTE="newdriv, post: 290637, member: 41007"] I'm a big fan of mini PCs and have experimented with models from various manufacturers. However, I found the customization options limiting, so I decided to build my own custom SFF (Small Form Factor) PC. This is my first attempt, and I'd love any advice on cable management, as it's currently a bit messy. [HR][/HR] [HEADING=2][B]Components Used[/B][/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]CPU[/B]: AMD 8600G [*][B]Cooler[/B]: Thermalright AXP90-X47 Full Copper Low Profile CPU Cooler [*][B]Motherboard[/B]: ASRock A620I LIGHTNING WIFI [*][B]RAM[/B]: G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600) [*][B]Storage[/B]: [LIST] [*]2x WD_BLACK 1TB SN850X NVMe [*]TEAMGROUP T-FORCE VULCAN Z 1TB SSD [*]Crucial 128GB SSD [/LIST] [*][B]Case[/B]: [URL='https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256806426866284.html']AliExpress Mini ITX Case[/URL] [/LIST] [HR][/HR] [HEADING=2][B]Challenges Faced[/B][/HEADING] [LIST=1] [*][B]PSU Noise[/B]: I wanted to avoid using Pico or Plex PSUs due to noise concerns, so I opted for the HD Plex instead. [*][B]Direct Power Input[/B]: I wanted to avoid barrel plugs and charging adapters, so I implemented a direct input setup. However, no case I found included a C14 cutout, so I had to create one manually using a CNC machine. Unfortunately, no pre-built cases met all my requirements. [/LIST] [HR][/HR] [HEADING=2][B]Suggestions for HD Plex[/B][/HEADING] [LIST=1] [*][B]Improved Mounting Options[/B]: Mounting the HD Plex was challenging due to the limited screw and mounting hole options. Including more screws and mounting configurations would greatly simplify installation. [*][B]Dual Input Plugs[/B]: Adding dual input connectors for both C14 and C5 plugs would be a fantastic feature, allowing users to switch between them as needed. [/LIST] [HR][/HR] If anyone has tips for cable management or other feedback on my build, I’d greatly appreciate it! [HR][/HR] Let me know if you’d like additional tweaks! [IMG]https://i.ibb.co/KN5tXn9/front-view.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]https://i.ibb.co/X5ghwTw/side-view.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]https://i.ibb.co/0r4h6yq/cable-management.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]https://i.ibb.co/x1d8S3Y/Internals.jpg[/IMG] [/QUOTE]

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