Apparently I need a new case

[natr0n]

It does not matter, you still only need filters on the intakes. Having them on the exhaust side will only restrict air flow unnecessarily.

If dust collects under your desk, put a deflector on the air conditioner vents in your room to have all that dust collect in a corner.
Sorry, but that is not a good idea. That plate has dozens of metal prongs surrounding each connector/port and is called a "shield" for a great reason - it is there to provide "shielding" against RFI/EMI. Don't remove it! In fact, double check to ensure it is securely snapped into place.

I run all my cases without i/o plates or case doors. No issues ever, cooler temps etc.

Just providing a suggestion to route the tubing through the I/O area(if space available) and mounts rad outside.

 

[Bill_Bright]

Case doors are no problem (assuming you don't mean case side panels). But you should use the I/O "shields". They are not there for looks, labels or convenience but have a real purpose of blocking RFI/EMI from nearby devices (TVs, MW ovens, radios, refrigerators , cell towers, etc.)affecting the computer, and RFI/EMI from the computer affecting nearby devices.

Note in many cases, you would not know if you had problems related to RFI/EMI because RFI/EMI as the source of problems can be very subtle and extremely difficult to discern.

 

[Octopuss]

Fractal Design Define R5 Titanium is SO MUCH PORN!!!

 

[Hood]

Corsair has a beautiful new case coming out in October, http://www.corsair.com/en-us/crystal460x, ($120, $140 for RGB model). This will be my next case. If you don't care for glass (since you keep your PC under the table), their 400Q ($100) is the same case without any windows and with sound dampening material. I also prefer Corsair's cases, had a 400R, a 230T, and now have a 750D High Airflow. About that dust problem, I had the same situation when my PC was on the floor - movement of my feet was constantly kicking up dust out of the carpet, which was then sucked straight into the intake fans. I finally got a decent corner desk with a pedestal for the case, behind the monitor, problem solved. All Corsair's cases now seem to come with a full complement of dust filters. You're right, a 3.5" card reader is not needed, a $6 device like this Transcend works great http://www.continentalphoto.com/itemdetails.asp?mod=TRRDF5K&gclid=CIycsbqds88CFYlbhgodMiwBvQ

 

[DeathtoGnomes]

Does that mean disco is making a comeback with those cases?

 

[Vario]

What is your budget?

If it were me I'd return the watercooler, AIO are overrated anyway.

You should see the reviews for this device, apparently it explodes water after a few months

Other Thoughts: As for NZXT, don't bother arranging an RMA for me unless you're looking to also reimburse me for the components (Motherboard, Video Card, Processor, RAM) that your defective cooler destroyed.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835146041

The Corsair H100i that I bought, highly praised by everyone, died after 7 short months. Don't buy into the hype IMO.

 

[TheoneandonlyMrK]

FML.
I bought NZXT Kraken X41 and the damn thing does not fit in my case (Corsair Obsidian 550D) - not unless I break parts of motherboard off or something.
I was an idiot thinking that if 140mm fans can be used, an AIO cooler with "140mm" radiator would fit.

Recommendations please.
I'd like something of same type - middle tower or whatever is it called nowadays? I can only comfortably fit a 60cm tall case under my table anyway.
It should have dust filters over evert major (<1cm) hole.
Easy installation required - it doesn't have to be screwless, but I have to say I got pretty fond of Corsair's system.
140mm fan mounts, and obviously 140mm radiator possible
Does not need to have doors or any other useless stuff I immediatelly remove

Basically, I'd like most of the features the 550D has but with more room inside (but I don't want a full tower).

I like Corsair but brand doesn't really matter too much as long as it's of rectangular shape (nothing futuristic or super fancy) and meets my requirements.

Id go first mod route , mount the rad external at the back and drill and route adequate piping , refilling can be as easy as a vertical t pipe reservoir/ resealed loop.