Just a heads up, the front column will be flippable in all production models. We've also included 8 additional long screws to mount either (1) 2 fans to the radiator rails or (2) mount the screws through the fans and into the radiator (meaning the rad will be above the fans like Jay wanted). We have a document with pictures and details of all the fixes, the ones I mentioned just now are one of many. Last but not least, when using the case in vertical mode with Handles, it's important that it stands on the 4 rubber rings that come with the Handles (otherwise stability will suffer). If somebody wants the full list of improvements, just let us know :)

@TheComquat

3 ай бұрын

Chamfer those holes inside and out. Maybe .03 max chamfer. Might help

@THORZONE

3 ай бұрын

@@TheComquat Speaking of chamfers, we actually did add a chamfer on an internal part of the shell to avoid snagging on risers, but I forgot to include it in the document with the fixes. Thanks for reminding me, will publish the updates version shortly.

@AarPlays

3 ай бұрын

​@@THORZONECool to see companies being so agile.

@THORZONE

3 ай бұрын

@@AarPlays Thank you, really appreciate it :)

@Saint__45

3 ай бұрын

I have been wanting to do a sff build and have been debating on swapping my parts over so if I do this is the case! I run a lot of apple stuff as well so this would look amazing on my desk! very beautiful and bespoke case!

This is the reason that I continue to follow JTC, he is not offering criticism as a way to bash a product but he gives them ways to improve.

Happy to see that you're still OK Jay. We love you.

@rrrandommman

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, get better soon!

@towely

3 ай бұрын

HELL YEAH BORTHER! KEPP FIGHTTIM! GOBLESS! But seriously, nice to see you having fun, appreciate all the knowledge you've shared. A diamond in the cess pool that is the modern day internet.

@r.j.mvelazquezgonzalez2738

3 ай бұрын

Bend the cover just a little bit 😱

@thepicard83

3 ай бұрын

@@tymeseries9792 Health issues. There is a video were he talks about it. Scroll through his playlist and you will find it. He is a champ and my favourite youtuber :)

Just noticed. You hit 4M subs. Congrats. Roll on the next million.

This is definitely one of those 'take your time' builds. That case is a thing of beauty., especially with the lights shining through.

@rustler08

3 ай бұрын

No, this is one of those "buy a different, better case" builds.

@bigpoppa1234

3 ай бұрын

Insane cost for a case with so many problems. It's like $600 USD just for the case.

@emiel255

3 ай бұрын

⁠@@bigpoppa1234 luckily it’s an already dated version as the company has already many fixes in the works (basically all the things Jay is or has been complaining about)

Love the Maxon "Universe is Unlicensed" at 24:17

Welcome to the world of ITX builds, sometimes need to plan out the build to the last detail including the parts used to get everything to work together perfectly.

Hey Jay, I just like to say thank you for not changing. I stopped watching your channel for a while because I was broke (still am) and new tech just makes me salivate. I started watching you again because of your racing rig videos popped up on my feed. Keep doing what you do my guy.

Really like the vlog style build video, love to hear your thought process as you work through the various challenges of the build rather than just montage'ing and summing it up after

First case that’s excited me in a few years so happy to see it’s developing nicely. This is a great way to work on a product like this, massive learning can be taken from your build experience

@FingerClickinGood

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, big thumbs👍

I will support this company. They listen, adapt and improve. This doesn't go a long way, it goes all the way!

@THORZONE

3 ай бұрын

Thank you, that means a lot!

Bespoke Baka! I recognise his username from the PCSleeving subreddit. Really cool to see his cables in your video!

8:51 The tool you need there is either a ratchet for 1/4" bits, a 1/4" ring ratchet, or an angled screwdriver.

@mnemonik61

3 ай бұрын

Yup, that's why I always keep a cheap little 1/4" ratchet driver from Lowe's (or HD, don't remember, lol) handy. I don't really like right-angle screwdrivers - it's hard to maintain downward pressure with those, whereas with a ratchet you can keep a thumb on the top while turning to hold it in place.

@zcvyvyan

3 ай бұрын

All you need is a 1/4" ratchet and a 1/4" socket. Put the bit into the 1/4" socket.

@guidosaur7506

3 ай бұрын

Yeah or a tiny wrench that fits the driver bit

It’s small builds that forever cement my love of mid and full arc towers.

Love the small builds.

That's a really nice-looking build. Case looks great.

thank you for continuing to do the epic builds jay!

Loving this build. Looking forward to the next video. Hope you're feeling good, Jay. Glad to see you energetic in this video.

Congrats on 4M Jay and crew. Ya'll have earned it.

Gratz on the 4M subs! Keep up the great content!

Love watching you Jay! You are always on point and I learn stuff from watching you work on the computers. Whether it's Hardware or Software content it is always good.

Very nice looking build. Love watching builds and still love doing them as well after 25 yrs of building.

Thanks for the build, Jay! Def the video I was waiting for since I'm seriously considering this case. Looking forward to any future vids about it. Glad you're doing alright too!

We love you Jay! Congrats on 4 Mil too! You and your skunkworks build were the things that inspired me to custom loop watercool my machine 😎

I love the look of this case and can’t wait to see the revised case build. I’m thinking I want to do build with the case.

Congrats fot 4M subs, Jay !

This video makes me love my 15 year old, 32 inch tall, Antec case even more. Something I didnt think was possible

Love these build videos and glad to see your health is holding up!

Nice to see Jay doing a build.

It looks really nice. It's a gorgeous case. Hopefully the revisions fix issues

I think it's stunning. Since day one of seeing this case for the first time I fell in love with it and you have done a sick build. I'm not a fan of AIOs but obviously it's probably the best option in a case like this.

Congrats on 4m subs! and I love the ssf style videos!

Great build Jay!

4 million subs! Congrats!

once again jay you nailed it hope your healths getting better

dude, i have been anticipating thisd build since your initial review! i have pre ordered mine and cant wait til they ship out. Glad to see they have updated their design short falls based on your/other reviewer feedback

I'm happy to see you in good health Jay!

It's like a High Power " Shuttle " on it's side. Thx for sharing

Im glad this exist........as some1 who recently went into ixt its much harder than normal build there are so many factors and compatibility factors that goes into planning and on top of so many amazing cases with its own limitation n advantages.

Haven't watched your videos in a while, but glad to see you're looking healthy, Jay! That was a tough build, and great job making that look as fantastic as you did, in spite of the rough edges of the case.

Fyi, I have been using riser cables for the past 5 years, but with the 4000 series, 4090 , I have had many problems, black screens while gaming, have order many different cables from different brands , different prices (20-140€) none of them work flawlessly, so I have switched case xproto N to an open bench, bc1 mini. It would be an interesting topic to cover maybe in a next video. Thanks for the great content you keep posting:)

i know its rough but everytime i see you do a case review i hope you immediately jump into a build. just because they made a revision from the first video and now probably need to do another if they already did hit production. just my little bit because that is a pretty rad looking case. totally would buy it

Jay, I know this was a ballache but thank you so much for doing it. I really wanted to see a build in this case. Well done! Looks great.

Keep going strong, i love you work. All the best from Denmark

You're doing a great job Jay, keep on what you're doing, it's good, love your vids, God bless

Just a little mechanic tip for yea. The Apex bits for your screw drivers is 1/4". You can use 1/4" ratchet wrench or a regular open end/box end wrench for tight spaces.

Saw both your videos on this case agree with all u said and I add to it the aluminium case cover doesnt need to be this thick. You could try this with regular branded VGA with fans on top side only

Man that case is gorgeous

Good to see you back doing what you love, building custom PCs🍻

Dude I love the lazy Susan to spin the case around, great idea!

Love every jay video 📹

Nice looking and so happy I did not have to build it.

I would do that same kinda trick to get tight space screws tighter. What I did to get it a bit tighter was to use a small crescent wrench to grip the bit. Plenty enough extra leverage, and easy fit with small wrench. Also doesn't marr the bit like pliers or small vice grips would.

Hi Jay, you can start your screws under an obstacle like you do. But you can use a screwdriver at an angle when they are almost all in!

JAY Little tip for you. You can purchase ratchet head bit holders, like ratchet spanner/wrenches. Perfectly small for those tight spaces, so instead of finger tight and preying it doesn't come loose (Mobo screw) you can give it a bit of torque to secure it. Most autozone/tool stores will have them. Fantastic for furniture building and small case builds among MANY things. Handy tool to have.

Congrats on the 4 mil subs guys, Hope all is well. i finally want to do a small build like this. i dont need to i just wanna, hehe and i like this case

9:10 you can also get some angled Phillips-head screwdrivers that look a bit like an Allen key for jobs like that, and also ratchet wrenches designed for taking standard screwdriver bits and turning them 90 degrees for tight angles like that one. Making a smaller one would be a great idea for your channel partners at iFixit.

Finally. I wanted to see this build

Thank you for this!!!

I hope you get ahold of the new thermaltake tower 300 and find a way to water-cool it. I think that would be an amazing build for a smaller form factor with watercooling.

For the motherboard mounting screws that are not accessible with a standard driver, the bit you used can be tightened using a 1/4" wrench. All bits like this fit into a 1/4 nutdriver.

Hi Jay. This doesn't have anything to do with the video, but I just wanted to send you my best wishes on your health and well being. Take care of yourself and your family, and many thanks for all your wonderful videos that not only helped me, but I'm sure helped a lot of other people.

Just started a meshlicious build. The new challenge is getting a two slot gpu and capture card to play nicely within the space. Cables are the only thing jamming things up 😅

The front reminds me of a NaS drive. But like you said rgb at the bottom would look good nice glow not to over the top, also they could have the psu mounted at the front would give more space for the aio tubes

Quarter inch ratchet wrench, used with the screwdriver tip, is the way i go when i need ultra low clearance fasteners removed/installed

take a shot every time something dawns on jay. enjoy your night

Beautiful case 👍🏻

Congats on the 4 million subs team!

M.2 slot on this motherboard is PCIE Gen 4.0 while you use Crucial T700 which is Gen 5.0

Cool build, thanks for doing an itx build!

Perfect timing too! I just learned about this case and then bam! This video drops minutes later lol.

Kool Build!

4M subs ...!!!!!! .nice bro ,great job . so your hitting 5M by next week

"Took tool bit and finger tight" Harbor freight....box end ratchet wrench FTW bro

Jay you have an IFIXIT kit, it comes with a bendable rod for tight spaces use it.

Tip for tightening the MB screws. Once the bit in tight as possible, use a small wrench to tighten it the rest of the way using the flat parts of the bit as grip for the wrench.

Congrats on the 4 mil 😮😮😮

Hey Crew, maybe 3D print some feet that mount to the bottom of the outer housing or some wider clip-on feet to the handels. 🤔 I mean if u gonna add a fan to the front, ur printing some brackets for it, so why not doing it for some feet 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️ keep going with the videos. And congrats to hitting 4 Million subscribers 🫶🏻🥳

What a time to find this video as I'm taking break moving from vortex to MO2 and hiccup is getting BaKa Scrapheap and Buffout 4 to work.

I would take that build in a heart-beat.... My last build was 2014 (10 years ago)... the summer I got my kitties!

Need to get yourself a mini right angle ratchet screwdriver Jay :) They are a dream

@tobygroves2112

3 ай бұрын

Or just use a pair of pliers.

@jokingtiger

3 ай бұрын

or just use the ifixit flexible extension that comes in the kit.

24:18 OOOPS! 😮

Even the best of the best have their limitations. Still absolutely well done Jay!

Sick build

@Sponsi_PL

3 ай бұрын

But the screw distribution is idiotic a bit...

@GoldFus1on

3 ай бұрын

@@Sponsi_PLyea true, hopefully production version has improvements on that front

its a really interesting video. congrats on 4 million subs. also blue light seems to look better to me with the silver

i think once full built and assembled the extra weight would improved the sturdiness of the stand in all fairness Jay. Also leaving the feet/handles on may not be all that of a bad idea depending on where you plan to place it, they can basically be like bumper rails to help protect rear io.

Mr Matt Lee did a video using this case as well. Looks pretty cool, but comes with the usual ITX difficulties.

you could use plyers to grip the screw bit to tighten more

It is a sweat looking case. Would look Nice in my living room for my entertainment system.

Something this size would be great in my home. Our niece visits a lot and she always wants to game with us but its difficult since we just dont have a spare pc. Shes too young to have her own but it would be nice to have an extra, small, pc to setup when she comes over

J why don't you just use a be quiet pure Loop 2 280 mm aio? It was made for small form factor cases where you're concerned about are building up in the pump, the pump is mid tube length, instead of on the CPU block portion of the cooler

I already did a build in the lian li A4-H20 it was a little bit hard but damn this case is on a whole different level

love watching a magician work

Jay really needs to do a review of imo the best SFF case out there. The FormD T1

Jay, install aftermarket feet and stand the case up. You should be able to 3D print some wider stanced feet that screw into factory holes.

Phil with the spine shift for the win.

That's nuts. Looks awesome but definitely not worth the hassle. Hopefully the revision is better.

@ctheartiste

3 ай бұрын

their previous offering had similar issues, this "bigger" case (the previous one was 10L) was suppose to help with all the cable+case squeezing. for AIO its a nightmare unless you have small hands and have enough patience. good luck with the case - hope your experience will be better for some of us.

9:16 Use a box wrench on the driver bit for the screws you can't get the screw driver to.

I don't own a computer (maybe someday) But I do enjoy watching you guys build them. Best of health to you.

I build my new PC this weekend! Its going to be a beast.