Replacement Computer Case

I have a DELL C521 PC. I was given this PC as a gift, and I found out that due to it's "slim form" it only supports half sized PCIE and PCI cards. I have also discovered that the case opens on the right side rather then the left like most PC's I have seen. I need to find a case that will be compatible with the components currently in the PC. Any help appreciated.

 

You will not be able to reuse the motherboard in another case.

 

your kidding?

 

yes you should be able to.

what is the mobo standard? ATX (inc variations) or BTX(inc variations)?

 

The C521 is a Dell Proprietary (small form factor-btx) motherboard.

It may are may not be possible but it wont be a straight swap for sure.

 

You probably will, but you'll need a BTX case, which there aren't that many of about.

 

dont most case come with both atx and btx screw holes?

 

dont most case come with both atx and btx screw holes?

 

No, ATX and MicroATX maybe, but rarely BTX, it's a completely different system.

 

Your Dell case will have a fixed rear I/O panel this will not be just a simple swap.As sammorris stated there is not that many btx case's to choose from.So if you get it to fit in one it will be a hacked up fit at best.

 

All right, thanks for your help ,guys.

 

Newegg selling a whopping four BTX cases!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...&N=2010090007+1054817804&name=ATX+/+BTX+Tower

Never understood why BTX didn't catch on, it seems like a much better idea than sticking with ATX.

 

I think you might be able to use BTX with Mountain Mod cases, but they're even more expensive than the Kandalf I think.