Nov 01, 2021 07:00:00

Introducing 'computer-1', a small PC case that allows you to fold and assemble parts yourself

The aluminum-made PC case ' computer-1 ', which is compliant with the small motherboard '

Mini-ITX ', is now available from Swedish electronic musical instrument maker Teenage Engineering.

computer–1 --teenage engineering
https://teenage.engineering/products/computer-1

computer-1 is a PC case with the following shape. Made of aluminum, it is lightweight and sturdy, and you can move your PC to another location whenever you need it by holding the handle. The external dimensions including the handle are 170 mm in width, 190 mm in depth, and 322 mm in height.

The computer-1 is prefabricated and arrives in the following parts. Purchased users must assemble according to the

assembly guide (PDF file) also available on the web. In addition, there is a process called 'bending' during assembly, and the assembly guide states 'think twice, bend once!' As a caution.

Due to its small size, only SFX power supply and GPU of 180mm or less can be installed. The main specifications are as follows.

Form factor	Mini-ITX
GPU	Up to 180mm with dual slots
Power supply unit	SFX
CPU cooler high	120mm
Material	Powder coated aluminum
Color	Pure Orange (RAL 2004)
External dimensions	With handle: width 170mm, depth 190mm, height 322mm Without handle: width 170mm, depth 190mm, height 285mm
Inside dimension	Width 164 mm, depth 189 mm, height 275.5 mm Length between motherboard and case: 147mm Approximate length between motherboard and fan: 120mm

The computer-1 costs $ 195 and can be purchased from the

Teenage Engineering store. However, it is sold out at the time of writing the article.