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How to choose the right computer case?

There is a limited amount of space available in any vehicle for installation of any additions. For a computer installation, "smaller is better" is the general rule. The smaller form factors of motherboards and systems make popular choices for vehicle installations.

Mini-ITX motherboards are small enough to fit in a standard DIN-sized dash opening. We offer a range of motherboards with built-in CPUs. They measure a little less than 6.7" X 6.7" (17cm X 17cm).

Micro-ATX motherboards are designed to mount in a case designed for its larger ATX counterpart, yet still be smaller in size. The official specification calls for a maximum size for 9.6" X 9.6" (24.4cm X 24.4cm), although many are not as large as the maximum specification. Micro-ATX motherboards exist for any CPU manufactured.

Heat Dissipation Heat is the enemy of all electronics. Keeping a computer cool is necessary in order to keep it stable and trouble-free. Computer components generate heat that must be be removed from the general vicinity of the component(s). Generally, lower-power hardware generate less heat, but it still must be dealt with to ensure stable, reliable operation.
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Morex 5677 Mini-ITX Case
Morex 5677 Mini-ITX Case w/ 2.5" HDD Mount with PSU
Ships in 1 to 2 Business Days
Our Price: $85.00 (Out of Stock)

The Morex 5677 Mini ITX case is compatible with the motherboards we carry in the store.
  • This unit includes a mounting bracket for 2.5" HDD mounting
  • A P4 Cable is not included for motherboards that require this connector. 
  • Power Supply is included.
Power Supply Specifications:
  • AC power brick converts wall power to 12v barrel plug on back of computer : 100-240V–1.8A, 50/60Hz
  • PSU input is 12v only.
  • ATX DC Output: +12V/ 5A  60 watts (see some specs and photo  here: http://store.mp3car.com/product_p/pwr-030-0001.htm
Ampie Car Computer Case
Ampie Car Computer Case
Ships in 1 to 2 Business Days
Our Price: $69.95 In Stock!

The Ampie automotive enclosure is a small, rugged PC enclosure designed to work in harsh environments. The enclosure works with any type of mini-ITX motherboard (170x170mm) from fanless configurations such as VIA mini-ITX or Pentium or low power Pentium-M processors. The enclosure was designed to work with the M1-ATX automotive power supply unit. Works with one or two 2.5" drives, mounted on silicone rubber shock-mounts. It comes with wiring harness to easily connect to the M1-ATX and a quick release harness to connect to your vehicle that allows for easy removal.

    See more photos and information about this case in this thread on the forums http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=52755
    VoomPC-2 CarPC Enclosure
    Ships in 1 to 2 Business Days
    Our Price: $68.00 In Stock!

    The voomPC(TM) automotive (car PC, boat PC, electric vehicle PC, telematics car computer) enclosure is a small, rugged carPC enclosure designed to work in harsh enviroments such as dust and high temperatures.
    Fanless Morex T1610 Mini-ITX Case - White
    Fanless Morex T1610 Mini-ITX Case - White
    Our Price: $64.00 In Stock!

    Fanless Morex T1610 Mini-ITX Case - White
    Model No.: T1610
    Dimensions(mm): 38mm (H) x 178mm (W) x 178mm(D)
    Suitable M/B: Intel D945GSEJT M/B
    Main Board Size(mm): Mini-ITX Form Factor (170 x 170)

    Fanless Morex T-1610 Mini-ITX Case - Black
    Fanless Morex T-1610 Mini-ITX Case - Black
    Our Price: $64.00 In Stock!

    Fanless Morex T-1610 Mini-ITX Case - Black
    Model No.: T1610
    Dimensions(mm): 38mm (H) x 178mm (W) x 178mm(D)
    Suitable M/B: Intel D945GSEJT M/B
    Main Board Size(mm): Mini-ITX Form Factor (170 x 170)
    Morex 5677 Mini-ITX Case Without PSU
    Morex 5677 Mini-ITX Case Without PSU
    Ships in 1 to 2 Business Days
    Our Price: $55.00 In Stock!

    The Morex 5677 Mini ITX case is compatible with the motherboards we carry in the store.
    • This unit includes a mounting bracket for 2.5" HDD mounting
    • Power Supply is not included.
    • A P4 Cable is not included for motherboards that require this connector.
    M350 Universal Mini-ITX enclosure
    M350 Universal Mini-ITX enclosure
    Our Price: $39.95 In Stock!

    The
    M350 is Industry's smallest universal enclosure (192 x 210 x 62mm ,
    2.5L) capable of housing mini-ITX boards ranging from tiny Atoms to
    fully featured desktop or mobile CPUs.