S4 MINI Classic (S4M-C)
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Very nice! I kinda like those low profile screws on the orange.
Also, great work on your FAQ video. You mentioned that you don't use 5052 aluminum. What do you use? I used 5052-H32 on the L3, which seems to be what most manufacturers use for sheet metal bending.
Also, great work on your FAQ video. You mentioned that you don't use 5052 aluminum. What do you use? I used 5052-H32 on the L3, which seems to be what most manufacturers use for sheet metal bending.
I went back to find where I said that..and yeah I come across as taking a pot shot at the alloy...but what I really meant to say its not bargain bin 5052. The cheap stuff doesn't laser cut well and I wanted that option for customization. I use 5052 and 6061 in the chassis, to more directly answer your question.
I used aircraft aluminum for the S3 Elite and it was insanely expensive being how hard it was to work with and I wanted super smooth brushed lines and bends without cracks. I probably wont be doing that again.
I used aircraft aluminum for the S3 Elite and it was insanely expensive being how hard it was to work with and I wanted super smooth brushed lines and bends without cracks. I probably wont be doing that again.
Guys I made a video about building out an S4 Mini. I cover some important things, such as
- Build Order (Don't get halfway through and realize you need to take something out to install another something )
- Oversized GPUs (not as dramatic as the Asus 970 though)
- NFC Systems Ribbon Cable install (you need technique to make it easy, or it's really hard!)
- Panel Bolt patterns
- HD Plex install and differences between Pico PSU
-Much more!
Merry Christmas!
- Build Order (Don't get halfway through and realize you need to take something out to install another something )
- Oversized GPUs (not as dramatic as the Asus 970 though)
- NFC Systems Ribbon Cable install (you need technique to make it easy, or it's really hard!)
- Panel Bolt patterns
- HD Plex install and differences between Pico PSU
-Much more!
Merry Christmas!
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That sexy orange powder coat still looks amazing ! It's a nice touch that you made this video, a good addition to your wonderful product.
Hey Pazoo, thanks for your question. I'm not quite sure what you mean, so I will try to cover everything! I apologize in advance for the bad photos and dirty chassis--they are my personal boxes for experimenting with.
This is what the stock chassis interior with no mods looks like. You can see four of the five metal studs holding the inner chassis to the outer wrap-around bezel. These are not visible from the front:
If these are left in, the HDPLEX will ride on the two middle ones, and you can't use Velcro or double sided 3M tape to secure it unless they are removed:
This is what the stock cutout for the Pico PSU (and other DC Pin with single nut connectors):
If you order the free HDPLEX mod, I will punch out an addition hole:
As iFrielicht pointed out, I should have done this before I got them manufactured. And I agree. It is what it is...
Thanks for your interest!
That instructional video was very interesting, thanks for posting that! I feel that the S4 Mini shares the common problem of a complicated installation procedure with other SFF chassis, but no user should have a problem doing it correctly after watching that video.
Recently built inside the case and wanted to share my experience. Firstly, WATCH THAT VIDEO. And follow it to the tee. First thing I tried to do was use thick foam mounting tape on the HDPlex psu over the screw nuts, and this nearly damaged both it and my Maximus VI Impact mobo due to clearance issues. Also forgot to put in the SSD bracket once in and had to disassemble the entire rig to do so.
Also, if you guys get the chance I recommend using 3M dual lock velcro for the psu mounting. Finally, if you ever need to remove the plex psu, unscrew the front panel from the mobo tray and pull them apart a bit for some headroom. Don't risk the pins on your motherboard or that beautiful paintjob
Also, if you guys get the chance I recommend using 3M dual lock velcro for the psu mounting. Finally, if you ever need to remove the plex psu, unscrew the front panel from the mobo tray and pull them apart a bit for some headroom. Don't risk the pins on your motherboard or that beautiful paintjob
Stock length HDPLEX R.2 wires tuck up pretty good. I ran out of cable dye so pardon the spots...wouldn't be able to tell with the cover on.
Yes, I still think the Zalman CNPS2x is superior in this chassis, but I gotta use up the Noctua somehow and a 35w CPU is a good canidate
