ATXPowerSupplies.Com writes this article on “choosing the right computer case for your computer” to help you in your decision making process. There are literally thousands of computer cases on the market which sometimes makes choosing the right computer case quite a task.

First and foremost select a computer case that appeals to your personal tastes. It almost doesn’t make sense to have a computer case without front usb. Almost all motherboards have ports for front usb as well as rear usb. How does the motherboard install into the case? Installing a motherboard in a computer case without a removable backplane can be cramped. The removable backplane feature becomes more important if the computer case is small sized.

What form factor is your motherboard? Every computer case should denote which motherboard form factors it accepts. If the case doesn’t describe which motherboard form factors it accepts then it’s best to move on; you run the risk of buying a computer case that doesn’t fit your motherboard. What size power supply does the computer case have? Most computer cases at ATXPowerSupplies come standard without a power supply.

How many device bays will your computer need? It is necessary to know how many 5.25″ and 3.5″ bays you’ll need in your computer case. Floppy drives and hard drives fit into 3.5″ bays. Will the physical dimensions of the computer case fit into your location? Be sure to pick a computer case that fits inside whatever space you have designated for your computer.