Ratz1 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 I was just wondering if anyone knew which G4 case is the best to use to build a hackintosh? I haven't actually seen inside all of them, so I'm not sure if they all have the same amount of space inside, or if I could maybe fit a regular, not mini, mobo in one of them, things like that, any thoughts? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/158515-best-g4-case-for-hackintosh/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielmramos Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I understand the unique functionality that can be found in G4 cases; however, make sure you take into consideration the amount of modification it will take to incorporate a PC motherboard into the case. Also, you will not be able to fit a full size ATX PC motherboard in a G4 case, so you are limiting your expansion and features options. It is nice to pay homage to our Apple roots; however, consider that you may actually be happier with a PC case that provides superior expandability and comparable design functionality without the need for modification of the chassis itself. I only mention this to make you aware that there are options. Raidmax makes an excellent PC case that opens up quite similarly to the manner a G4 case opens. In fact the Smilodon case opens on both sides and provides for tooless installation of components. The Smilodon case is also very affordable. Take a look here: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16811156063 Keep in mind that no case is perfect unless you manufacture one from scratch according to your own desires and do an excellent job of doing so. If you still want to pursue the G4 hackintosh I suggest you visit Aquamac's mod blog as he has done many such projects and has a wealth of knowledge to share on the subject. Good luck. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/158515-best-g4-case-for-hackintosh/#findComment-1113900 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratz1 Posted March 24, 2009 Author Share Posted March 24, 2009 Well I was looking at getting the Antec Sonata 550, but then my friend found this... http://ninjatosh.wordpress.com/hacking-the...icksilver-case/ So I decided to go with a G4 case, I ended up getting the Sawtooth case anyway, and I do know it can't take a full size board, but it will work with a Micro-ATX board, now I just need to find one that will work.... Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/158515-best-g4-case-for-hackintosh/#findComment-1114544 Share on other sites More sharing options...
speeeding Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Well I was looking at getting the Antec Sonata 550, but then my friend found this... http://ninjatosh.wordpress.com/hacking-the...icksilver-case/ So I decided to go with a G4 case, I ended up getting the Sawtooth case anyway, and I do know it can't take a full size board, but it will work with a Micro-ATX board, now I just need to find one that will work.... I've built 3 sawtooth hacks so far, and have tried to keep cutting to a minimum. I like to call them "zombies" Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/158515-best-g4-case-for-hackintosh/#findComment-1117306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wowzer42 Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 I've built 3 sawtooth hacks so far, and have tried to keep cutting to a minimum. I like to call them "zombies" How did you build this beast? I have a spare sawtooth and a gigabyte micro-ATX board that I'd like to give it a try. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/158515-best-g4-case-for-hackintosh/#findComment-1615495 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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