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- Apr 15, 2011
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- Motherboard
- Asus Z87 Gryphon
- CPU
- i7-4790
- Graphics
- Nvidia Quadro K600
Hi, So i know how a many of you are modifying a G5 as a first time DIY project, This can be great.
However, It occured to me that many more of you will require a lot more input.
In cutting the old case to ATX specs there is plenty to think about. I personally like to get it as simple as possible, to retain the genuine mac effect. So You will be able to see how mine has reused the rear exhaust fan housing and HDD tray, While retaining the mATX form-factor.
The G5 I have at my disposal is an old family computer, modified with my fathers permission, All i really needed was a few background ideas from other forum members before i knew which direction the modification would go in.
The case was to retain most of the case parts, like the old Drive-Bay and Fan-Grill. while including new features like the PSU-mount.
The Aluminium Micro-ATX Lian Li Replacement Motherboard Tray - PC-V351
is the number-one requirement for this case mod, and came from performance-pcs
The next requirement is based on if either you have access to a modern lazer cutter facility or if you feel you could use some help.
I am now ready to help in some respects. In any case Reply Here.. and try and get my attention. I think there is a definite possibility that if you personal message me and you are patient and personal then there will be no problems in me sending out back panels and mixed hardware.
In any case make requests for more detailed instructions if you feel there is something more to it.
The main tools, once you have the mobo tray and back panel, Are as follows: Dremel, Battery Drill and a rivet gun.
Your choice of either rivet or socket head hardware..
rivet gun, counter sunk rivets, 1/8th drill bit
-OR-
6/32 tap, 6/32 socket heads, 3mm drill bit
Also.. you may require the new bolts for the old fan grill which will be reused.
2.5mm socket heads, definitely an option.
Download the file if you are CAD literate and give it your inspection.
I am sure if you like the look of this case you could easily make yours just the same.
View attachment Hole-Arrangement.dwg.zip
View attachment G5-MODIFIED BACKPANEL - flat.dwg.zip
View attachment G5 Back Panel.pdf
View attachment G5 hole arrangement.pdf
-NOTE: I HAVE PLACED THE FILE INTO TWO PARTS TO MAKE THE OUTLINE SEPARATE FROM THE HIDDEN LAYER. THIS TO HELP THOSE THAT FEEL THEY NEED SOME LICENSE IN MODIFYING MY WORK.
FEEL FREE TO TAKE THE HIDDEN LAYER (name: hole arrangement) AS AN OPEN SOURCE, FREE TO CONTROL, AND SEE THE OUTLINE FILE (name:G5-modified backpanel) AS BEING UNDER MY ARTISTIC LICENSE, PURELY TO PREVENT OTHERS PROFITING FROM THIS WORK.
However, It occured to me that many more of you will require a lot more input.
In cutting the old case to ATX specs there is plenty to think about. I personally like to get it as simple as possible, to retain the genuine mac effect. So You will be able to see how mine has reused the rear exhaust fan housing and HDD tray, While retaining the mATX form-factor.
The G5 I have at my disposal is an old family computer, modified with my fathers permission, All i really needed was a few background ideas from other forum members before i knew which direction the modification would go in.
The case was to retain most of the case parts, like the old Drive-Bay and Fan-Grill. while including new features like the PSU-mount.
The Aluminium Micro-ATX Lian Li Replacement Motherboard Tray - PC-V351
is the number-one requirement for this case mod, and came from performance-pcs
The next requirement is based on if either you have access to a modern lazer cutter facility or if you feel you could use some help.
I am now ready to help in some respects. In any case Reply Here.. and try and get my attention. I think there is a definite possibility that if you personal message me and you are patient and personal then there will be no problems in me sending out back panels and mixed hardware.
In any case make requests for more detailed instructions if you feel there is something more to it.
The main tools, once you have the mobo tray and back panel, Are as follows: Dremel, Battery Drill and a rivet gun.
Your choice of either rivet or socket head hardware..
rivet gun, counter sunk rivets, 1/8th drill bit
-OR-
6/32 tap, 6/32 socket heads, 3mm drill bit
Also.. you may require the new bolts for the old fan grill which will be reused.
2.5mm socket heads, definitely an option.
Download the file if you are CAD literate and give it your inspection.
I am sure if you like the look of this case you could easily make yours just the same.
View attachment Hole-Arrangement.dwg.zip
View attachment G5-MODIFIED BACKPANEL - flat.dwg.zip
View attachment G5 Back Panel.pdf
View attachment G5 hole arrangement.pdf
-NOTE: I HAVE PLACED THE FILE INTO TWO PARTS TO MAKE THE OUTLINE SEPARATE FROM THE HIDDEN LAYER. THIS TO HELP THOSE THAT FEEL THEY NEED SOME LICENSE IN MODIFYING MY WORK.
FEEL FREE TO TAKE THE HIDDEN LAYER (name: hole arrangement) AS AN OPEN SOURCE, FREE TO CONTROL, AND SEE THE OUTLINE FILE (name:G5-modified backpanel) AS BEING UNDER MY ARTISTIC LICENSE, PURELY TO PREVENT OTHERS PROFITING FROM THIS WORK.
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