O-M-G. I just noticed that the existing mATX form factor of this computer's motherboard is different than present mATX motherboards. A difference in terms of board width, and particularly two more holes in the motherboard for additional brass standoffs. Note the standoff points circled in red:
Old Motherboard mATX Form Factor:
New Motherboard mATX Form Factor:
Looks like I can't use my existing Silverstone TJ08-E case as it only accommodates the old mATX form factor. The only "Plan B" I can think of would be to purchase a new motherboard that is even smaller- like a Mini ITX form factor. Not sure If I'd want to try. It's not a form factor I particularly like.
For as many computers as I have built over the years, this era is producing the most hurdles to getting it right. So many more complex things to contemplate than before.
Sure glad I noticed this before ordering the new motherboard! Same height, but much wider. Ugh. Looks like going back to the drawing board over potential new computer builds.
Old Motherboard mATX Form Factor:
New Motherboard mATX Form Factor:
Looks like I can't use my existing Silverstone TJ08-E case as it only accommodates the old mATX form factor. The only "Plan B" I can think of would be to purchase a new motherboard that is even smaller- like a Mini ITX form factor. Not sure If I'd want to try. It's not a form factor I particularly like.
For as many computers as I have built over the years, this era is producing the most hurdles to getting it right. So many more complex things to contemplate than before.
Sure glad I noticed this before ordering the new motherboard! Same height, but much wider. Ugh. Looks like going back to the drawing board over potential new computer builds.
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