COMPUTER HARDWARE AND TECHNOLOGY
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COMPUTER HARDWARE AND TECHNOLOGY
“F1020”
COMPUTER CASING
OBJECTIVE
By the end of this topic, student should be able to:
- Define computer casing.
- Determine type of computer casing.
- List down the example for each part of computer case.
- List down three factors influenced the computer case design.
Casing also called system is a box like case that contains electronic components of the computer.
Type of casing design :
1. Desktop
2. Tower (Mini Tower, Mid Size Tower, Full Size Tower)
Type Of Casing
DESKTOP
Desktop is designed so that the system unit fit entirely on/under a desk table.
In some models, the monitor sits on top of system unit, which is placed on top of the desk.
DesktopAdvantages:
Excellent desk computer.Space
Disadvantages:Difficult to upgrade
Does not really work on the floor.
Recommendations: Excellent choice for a business and home user computer.
TOWER
Most of the casing now using a tower style.
This design enables the system unit to sit on the floor vertically.
MINI TOWER
Advantages:Excellent size which can be placed on top or below of a computer desk.Disadvantages:While this case does offer upgradability, it can be filled up much faster than the Mid-Sized tower.Recommendations:Great PC for end-users and small businesses.
MID-SIZE TOWER
Advantages:Excellent case which can fit below and on top of your computer desk.Plenty of expandability for new devices for businesses, end-users, and advanced users.Disadvantages:NoneRecommendations:This case is an excellent choice for all users and businesses.
FULL-SIZED TOWER
Advantages:Excellent computer for upgradability.Excellent case for a server machine.Disadvantages:Cost is going to be a lot more than a standard case.Generally a large case which cannot be placed on top or beneath a desk.Recommendations:We recommend that this type of case be purchased by advanced users or users who plan to have a stand alone machine as a server.
PARTS OF COMPUTER CASE
Front PanelBack PanelInternal Part
Front Panel
Back Panel
Internal Part
What are the factors influenced the computer case design ?
Ergonomic : Space , Materials.Expansion : Motherboard ConfigurationCooling : Proper size and Position.