Modular Mini-ITX NAS Server Case

This is a modular computer case designed to build a NAS, a server, or a standalone mini-ITX desktop computer. You can stack modules on top of each other, so there is no physical limit to the number of hard drives that you can handle.

The case is designed around one or several universal HDD mounting frames. Each pair of these mounting frames can host a maximum combination of:

• Two full size 3.5" drives + two low profile 2.5" drives, or
• Four dual height 2.5" drives + two low profile 2.5" drives.

This case does not accommodate GPUs or additional PCI boards.

To assemble the case, you must use M3 hex screws of various lengths and M3 brass inserts:
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The motherboard module is designed to take a power/led kit, such as this:
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#Motherboard module
A mini-ITX motherboard motherboard which has side panels that are either full, or vented. The vented panels have screw holes to mount optional fans.

Important: Add four M3 inserts into the holes on top of the pillars of the chassis module before assembly

#HDD Modules

The HDD mounting frames can be mounted into a choice of three types of drive modules:

• Single HDD Module: This module takes a single pair of mounting frames and up to three 60 mm fans.
• Dual HDD Module: This module takes two pairs of mounting frames and a 120 mm fan.
• PSU HDD Module: This module takes a single pair of mounting frames, a single 120 mm fan, and a standard ATX power supply

The motherboard module has side panels that are either full, vented, or with a hole for a 12V 5mm jack. The vented panels have screw holes to mount optional 40 mm fans.

You can stack multiple HDD mounting frames on top of each other.

Important: Add four M3 inserts into the holes on top of the pillars of each chassis module before assembly

#Top cover
The top cover is designed to fit to each of the modules. You can also fit some optional handles for transport

#Template module

I have attached the Fusion 360 source file for designing your own modules for this case. With this, you could include routers, custom PSU, a PCI extension rack, etc...