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rite i want to make a window in the side of my computer, i no roughly how to do it (sum of u mite no me) but im not sure wat tools are needed for the job could anyone run me through the process and wer i could get materials from (i live in notts btw ) and wat tools i would need?? thanks alot
 

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TechNation have actually published this one: http://www.tecnation.co.uk/article.php?id=57 - Wilier's excellent step by step guide to case modding. While I wouldn't bet on you having the tools (or industrial facility) to do exactly this, it should give you an idea of what's involved.
 
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thanks alot i heard u need a jigsaw (i got one of them )but i wouldnt be sure hmm mite use the college facilaties that mite be a chance anyways thanks mate
 

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Hello there banned one. I too would like to do this but I'm scared that I would fuck up. I need to do something to sort my 48 degree case temperature, with the case off.
 
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alrite mate hows it going shhh dont tell everyone lol it doesnt look that hard and realy whats the price of a new computer case ow well hope ya get it sorted lol
 

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You need a thin bladed bandsaw to do this properly (don't know what its called, but a machine with a blade on a loop, that allows you to turn the side of your case in the direction you wish to be cut).

Would be easier to just buy a new case tbh.
 

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Tom said:
You need a thin bladed bandsaw to do this properly (don't know what its called, but a machine with a blade on a loop, that allows you to turn the side of your case in the direction you wish to be cut).

Would be easier to just buy a new case tbh.

In truth, your right, although a bandsaw isnt what most hobby-ists have in their shed/garage/kitchen. You can get blades for a jigsaw which are specifically designed for sheet metal though, the biggest problem is that they will rip the case to pieces if not properly supported. I found the best result, although the most time consuming, was to use the Dremel and a slack hand-full of cutters.

Whichever method you choose, make sure you cover the whole panel in masking tape first. Stops scratches and slips.
 

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.Wilier. said:
Stops scratches and slips.

Looks to me like he already slipped ;)
 

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