Cover for power/reset buttons

[moproblems99]

Greetings everyone,

I was looking for some ideas for a front panel button cover, well top panel. My cat loves to jump up on the computer and step on the power button. Apparently, he has an affinity for the top case fan blowing up his ass. Anyway, it's quite annoying to be working on something and then have your pc shutdown. The closest thing I have found so far is a single gang outlet cover, but it is too big.

My case: Thermaltake T81 -

I know there are people here far more creative than I so I figured I would ask for some help while I continue to browse around. Thanks!

 

[P4-630]

How about using some lego hinge to cover the power button?

 

[dorsetknob]

blue tack or more fun
usb plasma ball blue tacked to top of case

 

[RCoon]

he has an affinity for the top case fan blowing up his ass

I apologise with tremendous regret about being off topic, but after reading that little snippet I had to snigger. My cat is an enormous dumbass, but is too fat to fit between the gap of my PC and the top of the desk.

 

[jsfitz54]

Least expense: If you use can food, use the metal pop top as a cover but remove the pull tab. Use a sturdy pair of scissors to trim to shape and tape it over the switch.

 

[moproblems99]

How about using some lego hinge to cover the power button?

I will have to investigate, thanks!

usb plasma ball blue tacked to top of case

oh geeze, he would never leave

I apologise with tremendous regret about being off topic, but after reading that little snippet I had to snigger. My cat is an enormous dumbass, but is too fat to fit between the gap of my PC and the top of the desk.

My PC is also a stepping stone to the printer, which is a favorite sleeping spot, and the ammo cabinet which is higher.

Least expense: If you use can food, use the metal pop top as a cover but remove the pull tab. Use a sturdy pair of scissors to trim to shape and tape it over the switch.

That is not a bad idea but definitely looking for something a little more elegant.

 

[jsfitz54]

That is not a bad idea but definitely looking for something a little more elegant.

Then how about drilling the case and putting in a new power switch closer to the floor.

Example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/PC-ATX-Comp...424535?hash=item43d68dc6d7:g:x1wAAOSwwTlUq4hm

 

[moproblems99]

Then how about drilling the case and putting in a new power switch closer to the floor.

Example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/PC-ATX-Comp...424535?hash=item43d68dc6d7:g:x1wAAOSwwTlUq4hm

It is certainly a possibility, I just figured I would be able to find something like a 4 bank toggle switch cover from an automotive store or a digikey equivalent. I admit I didn't spend a huge amount of time searching only because I figured I wasn't the only one at TPU with an asshole cat.

 

[NdMk2o1o]

Apparently, he has an affinity for the top case fan blowing up his ass

I figured I wasn't the only one at TPU with an asshole cat.

I'm sorry man I haven't got an answer to your question but you cracked me up with these 2 lines

 

[Toothless]

I'd just put a heavy piece of steel on top of where that sits. Works with the cat we have here (though he's more interested in hiding behind my tv)

 

[moproblems99]

I'm sorry man I haven't got an answer to your question but you cracked me up with these 2 lines

No worries, thanks for stopping by.

I'd just put a heavy piece of steel on top of where that sits. Works with the cat we have here (though he's more interested in hiding behind my tv)

Yeah, I just have a left over piece of 1/2" starboard taped over it for now while I come up with my MacGruber fix.

 

[OneMoar]

solution: get rid of the cat

 

[Toothless]

solution: get rid of the cat

Not the furry friend! We must keep the cat.

 

[moproblems99]

solution: get rid of the cat

Then I am left with one that barfs on my mouse pad, a jerk dog, and an old cat...so while it would help, I would still be behind the 8 ball.

 

[AsRock]

I'd just put a heavy piece of steel on top of where that sits. Works with the cat we have here (though he's more interested in hiding behind my tv)

Looks like he could use raisers too so it screws on and still allow air flow and can be happy , just screw it on though the mesh.

 

[95Viper]

Check with @MonsterMawd in this thread( [US] VOUCHER CODE for MNPCTECH.COM (PC Case Mods, Case Feet, Grills, Modding Supplies) ), maybe he has something; or, an idea that would look nice.

 

[Jetster]

Just make some hinged cover out of Plexiglas. Couple of tabs of hot glue to hold it in place