3. 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 factors influenced the computer
case design
4. 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 Tower, Full Tower)
Types of Casing
6. DESKTOP
Desktop is
designed so that
the system unit fit
entirely on top a
desk table.
In some
models, the
monitor sits on top
of system unit
7. Desktop
● Advantages:
• Excellent for a desk computer
• Space
● Disadvantages:
• Difficult to upgrade
• Does not really work on the floor
● Recommendations:
• Excellent choice for a business and home user
computer
8. TOWER
Most of the casing
now using a tower
style.
This design enables
the system unit to
sit on the floor or
under the desk
vertically.
9. 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.
10. MID 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:
• Almost None
Recommendations:
• Excellent choice for all users and businesses.
11. FULL 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:
• For advanced users or users who plan to have a
stand alone machine as a server.
16. Factors which influenced the
computer case design
Ergonomic:
Space, Materials.
Expansion:
Motherboard Configuration
Cooling:
Proper size and Position
17. Buying a Computer Casing
Considerations
• Form Factor
• Motherboard
• Size and No. of Devices
• Extra Features