3D Printed 6-Bay NAS case - Improved in every way!
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This project is a follow up for my previous video where I shared a 4-bay NAS / APU case. After tons of feedback I decided to give it another go and create this new and improved version! Check out the files and become a member of my Printables Club here: https://www.printables.com/model/837218-nas-case-6-bay-3-ssd Unable to get the files from Printables? Try using Thangs instead: https://than.gs/m/1252452 Detailed printing instructions/recommendations with explanations and pictures can be found on Printables, by checking out the link above. ** Materials/components required to build this case: 31x M3 threaded inserts: https://amzn.to/4aOWJvy 31x M3x10mm machine screws: https://amzn.to/4b8ArER 8x 8x3mm Neodymium magnets: https://amzn.to/44fHn0Y 1x PC Screw kit (for standoffs + HDD mounts): https://amzn.to/4d4DJLn 1x Extra M3 screw for the PCIe card (optional) **PC Components that this case can fit: Mini ITX Motherboard: https://amzn.to/3QgLsMr Or a NAS Motherboard (ITX form factor): https://amzn.to/3JtdIrv SFX or SFX-L Power supply: https://amzn.to/3QcIVD1 Single slot PCIe expansion card: https://amzn.to/3UuBGZB 2x Slim 92mm PC fans (up to 22mm thick): https://amzn.to/49SK7SZ 3.5" HDDs (Up to 6x): https://amzn.to/3xPXR3y 2.5" SSDs (Up to 3x): https://amzn.to/3w73OIU SATA power and SATA cables with 90 degree connectors (due to limited clearance): https://amzn.to/4ddI8vA All of the links above are just to guide you in the right direction, you are responsible for doing your own research into what parts you should use to fulfill your own needs, all links are also "affiliate links", meaning I may earn a small commission for every qualified purchase at no extra cost to you.
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