Adding a window

[MitaDC]

Ok I want to add a window to my case, Would it be easier just to buy a new case with a window or actually buy a window kit? Also do the window kits like this these come with the window or are those just things u put on the plexi glass then on your case and cut it out? Anyways ty for the help.


Mita

[John Prophet]

well obviously its easier to buy a windowed case.

I think those are the actual windows with peel off protector sheets still on em.

very cool modsite..and window article http://metku.net/index.html?sect=vie...ndow/index_eng

[teengeek88]

what kind of case do you have?

you might be able to buy a replacement sidepanel with a case in it

[MitaDC]

I have this cheapy one http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduc...182-039&depa=0 lol anyways might just be better to get a new case, but I don't have any complaints about this. I recommend it to anybody in need of a good cheap case. I actually have the older version w/out the 2 side fans.

[rrcn]

It's really easy to make a window. I did it a couple of months ago. I bought myself some very fine metal cutting jigsaw blades and cut out a nice window. Also bought a piece of plexi and adhered it to the inside. I'd have to say it looks real professional. Just be sure to take your time. And remember...measure twice and cut once.

[Wishmaster]

yeah just do as RRCN says. Take your time and when your finished put the plexi on the inside. I did it to my old comp. ad although it was a bit rough. ( very unsteady hand ). It looked great. And was the size and shape I wanted.

[Ranma]

If you want the easy way out, buy a windowed side-panel/casing.

If you want to be one of a kind, cut the side-panel using e.g. dremmel, to any designs you desire. And don't forget the plexiglass.

[sweeper2]

i was just thinking about doing that to my chieftec dragon mid-tower, but i want a window with the 92mm fan cutout? Anyone know if i can buy just the door, and is it expensive? not really wanting to do all the mod myself. thanks

this is what i have:
http://www.chieftec.com/products/Newg/Install.htm

item #DG-01WD-U

i want to add a window but with a fan like it already has...
anyone have any ideas how to buy one, thanks...

[rrcn]

I dunno about buying just the door, but if you have the courage to do it yourself, what you can do is use the current fan opening as a template and cut out your own fan hole in the plexi.

[EDIT]: The two best ways I have found to cut out a hole in plexi is either using a coping saw or a whole saw. If your gonna use a coping saw, use some WD-40 to ease the cutting process. I tried to do it with a jig saw and ended up breaking the plexi. I find plexi easier to cut with a hand saw rather than a power tool cause the power tool heats up the plexi and it will stick itself right back together once the blade gets a tad warm.