FW Aluminum Case Like Mac Studio for Desktop Motherboard?

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I think it would be awesome if Framework offered an all-aluminum case very similar to the Mac Studio for the desktop motherboard.

I just purchased the Framework Desktop Mainboard Ryzen AI Max 395 with 64GB, that I would love to put into this case. Only problem is, it doesn’t exist. Yet?

I’m a huge fan of cases that let me install the motherboard horizontally, so everything inside the system lays flat, except PCIe expansion cards of course.

One of main reasons I decided to go for just the Motherboard & not the complete system (besides the fact I saved $300) is I can’t stand plastic cases & didn’t feel the case & PSU are worth $300 that Framework offers.

Any suggestions from anyone on a “flat” case for the FW 395 motherboard similar to the Mac Studio?

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You’re not alone in thinking down the Mac Studio path

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You may want to have a look at the Sparrow-MQ4 4.9L itx case.

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Nice case. Shame it only has one USB at front

Edit: Unfortunately the website does not have all the measurements needed to assess suitability for a Desktop motherboard, cooler and fan. It says “70mm” but does not provide internal endpoint measurements with the frame installed. I think the FW requires 92mm internal

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Yep MQ4 is 100mm wide. So it might just fit (or not fit). It’s the widest case I have seen of this type. Or you can try slim 15mm fans

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Indeed. I wish Framework had just put the 2 extra USB ports on the I/O shield. Without the front USB ports, there is more room in the case to put in longer (>150mm) PSUs.

You can still mod the case or I/O shield by using this cable. You will likely lose your warranty though.

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