DeskStudio custom case for ASRock DeskMini

SmallFormFactor.net forum post
 

Design features

• Smaller than original DeskMini case

• Increased cooling performance across all components

• Decreased noise/turbulence

• More aesthetic choices

• Filler options for de-soldered VGA systems (see Extras folder)

• Internal WiFi Antenna such as these

• All sides are printed in their strongest orientation

• Full mesh on all four sides

• Designed to work with dual colors

Part requirements

• ASRock DeskMini A300, X300 or X600

• Either Noctua NF-A12x15 or NF-A12x25, other fans may be compatible, but untested

• 19mm anti vandal switch or MX style keyboard switch (preferably with box style stem)

• 8x M4 screws between 15-25mm in thread length and 7mm or less in head width

Printing recommendations

• These cases are designed with minimal tolerance in mind so a Bambu Lab or equivalent printer is recommended

• While PLA should be fine, PETG is highly advised for higher heat resistance
  The cases in the images were printed using PETG-CF

• Every panel should be printed with its largest surface area facing down

Assembly instructions

1. Insert your fan into the top housing in the orientation you desire, this should mostly stay in place with friction but I'd recommend placing a dab of epoxy or glue on the underside where the fan comes in contact with the case to prevent it from being pressed in

2. Glue your internal WiFi antennas onto the underside of the top panel, preferably against the wall that holds the fan in place

3. Place your DeskMini motherboard into the bottom panel, and secure it in place by screwing each corner piece one by one onto the system using four M4 screws

4. Slide all four side panels into their respective positions making sure to apply even pressure to both sides at the same time until they are fully seated

5. Connect your power button, fan, and WiFi antenna cables to the motherboard and tuck away the cables neatly (if possible)

6. Gently steat the top panel in place making sure that all four side panels are inserted correctly and that no internal cables are being pinched, then screw the panel in place with your four remaining M4 screws

For anyone printing dual color, please fill in the strips on the top housing with your preferred color using the fill tool (with edge detection enabled) as below:

Note: Original version was swapped with Rev.2 in November 2024

TinkerCAD file for remixing here