Lian Li launches weirdest PC-Q30 chassis evah !

by Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 05/14/2013 02:24 PM | source: | 17 comment(s)

Lian-Li announces a new brushed aluminum Mini-ITX chassis ? PC-Q30. With its curve-shaped design and large acrylic front window the fully aluminum PC-Q30 allows users to show off their systems, and is sure to be the talking piece of any room. Whether in the living room, bedroom, or office, the PC-Q30 with its curve-shape and brushed aluminum finish takes visual command without being ostentatious.

Additionally, DIY builders can put their stylized internal components and intricate builds on full display ? as they should not be hidden from sight. Thanks to the two expansion slots on the top of the chassis, the PC-Q30 supports graphics cards up to 200mm (7.8"). For storage, up to four 2.5" hard drives or SSDs can be mounted in the removable hard drive cage at the bottom of the chassis. A 140mm fan in the rear of the chassis expels hot air, while ventilation on the top and side allows for cool air to enter.

A small form factor power supply up to 125 mm (4.9") is placed on rubber pads in order to reduce vibrations. The front of the PC-Q30 is minimalistic in aesthetics and houses the dual LED illuminated power button that glows blue when on and red while loading. The I/O panel with two USB 3.0 ports and HD audio connections is located on the left side of the front of the chassis to not interrupt the elegant aesthetics. Price and Availability The PC-Q30 will be available in June in the US and Canada for the suggested retail price of US$149. For more information, visit the product page.

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Noisiv
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#4596148 Posted on: 05/14/2013 02:10 PM

now I know what happened with my busted 21'' Trinitron

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#4596181 Posted on: 05/14/2013 02:39 PM

lol looks like one of the boffin's had an old MAC staring at him/her and they put that case together

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#4596190 Posted on: 05/14/2013 02:51 PM

I actually quite like this. I wouldn't use it but I like it lol.

Who wants to bet someone will mod this to fit a flat panel screen where the window is?

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#4596242 Posted on: 05/14/2013 03:58 PM

now I know what happened with my busted 21'' Trinitron

hah

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#4596247 Posted on: 05/14/2013 04:07 PM

I like it. We need more evolution, and although i´m certain this design won´t turn out to be the next best thing, it might influence the market enough so we have less rectangular cases. Many current standard designs were influenced by freaks of their own time you know. I give it two thumbs up and a giggity.

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#4596263 Posted on: 05/14/2013 04:24 PM

This looks much worse than a regular boxy case.

This is really a regression in design.

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#4596895 Posted on: 05/15/2013 11:00 AM

mmmm some water cooling will be possible?
putting to radiators on side holes...
pump and little reserve in the base...
Would it be possible?

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#4596899 Posted on: 05/15/2013 11:09 AM

I thought their train case was a joke. Then I saw it for sale....
This looks like the case is scared of my face.

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#4597084 Posted on: 05/15/2013 05:25 PM

Brand new design! ------------------------ from a 90's era scrapyard to your desk! :bang:

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#4597089 Posted on: 05/15/2013 05:29 PM

Still don't beat this gem.

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#4597128 Posted on: 05/15/2013 06:13 PM

I like it, it's different. It's not supposed to have mass market appeal, it's a bit of fun that's useful for marketing and niche groups.

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#4597173 Posted on: 05/15/2013 07:37 PM

Because boxes are too mainstream

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#4597240 Posted on: 05/15/2013 09:13 PM

that's useful for marketing and niche groups.

Nice way of saying people with bad taste?

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#4597276 Posted on: 05/15/2013 10:07 PM

Haha. I suppose that's one way of putting it, although I genuinely like it. It's a little bit quirky. I wouldn't want it in my home, but that's mostly because I've no use for something like that and it simply wouldn't fit with my decorating.

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#4597323 Posted on: 05/15/2013 11:29 PM

I guess we can add an LCD screen and make it a kiosk?

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