Yes, this was a Bad Idea (Emergency Wall-Mounted PC Build)

[@danielturunen7237]

There's nothing more permanent than a temporary solution 😅

[@titanuranus]

I see that you were also in the Army.

[@ChristopherHailey]

Bad ideas are a cornerstone of KZbin Content.

[@Tconl]

LTT's channel is based on it.

[@paulmartin2348]

@@Tconl I blocked LTT a couple years ago. They seemed to be getting worse every week for a couple years.

[@CantankerousDave]

@@paulmartin2348I did that solely because of the thumbnails.

[@Akkbar21]

*modern society

[@RohanSanjith]

No one cares@@paulmartin2348

[@mjc0961]

Love that Joe almost immediately shamed you into changing the PC so it wasn't hanging off the shelf like that. Good work, Joe.

[@chrisbullock6477]

You can tell its a different generation, when they call just good old "Friendly Suggestions" and calling a possible bad idea out to a friend a co-worker, being "Shamed"..LOL

[@nikolahajdic8952]

I've had the OG Core P3 mounted on my wall for the past 5-ish years, best decision I've ever made... Happy to see one of my favourite tech creators make the transition. It's gonna need a lot of regular dusting, but it frees up so much of your desk space that the trade off is more than worth it.

[@jsteezy80]

I made a similar comment before seeing yours and I agree with it all. I got my P3 case in 2020 during the pandemic when upgrading to 10th gen i9, but I never did end up wall mounting it. As I said above I think this gives me the inspiration to finally mount mine. It's just been on my powered desk behind the monitors. The dust is something I've had to content with as well. Although a few months in I changed my fan profile for my AIO fans to ramp up per the temp and they stay off under 40c

[@thermaltake_na]

Core P3 pro on the wall says "Hold my beer" to earthquakes :D

[@Meatsweats_o_O]

yep. and when my kid was younger, it was up and off the floor so he couldn't pull any cables. great case for any single radiator setup.

[@mattfarrar5472]

Joe deserves the credit not the internet.

[@paulshardware]

I give Joe credit a lot, but he usually only remembers the times when I don't 😁 lol

[@hatguyjoe]

i agree with matt here lol

[@Brockzillagaming]

​@joe_editing of course, a completely unbiased opinion. Of course.

[@bighammer3464]

I saw Joe on the internet dis one time

[@JDCheng]

Of course, you could say Kyle did the same thing on his channel - like 3 years ago. :D kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2O8lKN5qLFqY68 (He used a Core P5)

[@TheGameBench]

For the cables, go behind the case and run a passthrough going down, into the wall, to the floor.

[@pyroslev]

Yeah, I'm gonna make a prediction: That Minisplit is gonna leak on your workbench/desk at some point. Make sure it is serviced by a HVAC technician who knows how to clear a drain line, clean the coils and actually cleans the filters. I've seen/had to fix ones that were not well installed, well maintained and neglected. I don't like them be it in my own home or install/servicing them. I think you'll be fine as you're likely to keep it in good order but just make sure the drain line is clear at all times. Using a shop vac on it once a month to clear the drain is a good idea, same time you clean the filter. (You clean the filter, right?)

[@Scaviferro]

I was thinking the same thing. It may take years or months but I've seen it happen too many times. Maybe just a few drops but that could be enough to kill electronics near it

[@hycron1234]

Well considering how easy it is to take the cover off a heatpump clean both the coils and drip tray, it really doesn't have to become an issue. Heaps of videos showing how to take these units apart, and you don't have to make a huge mess cleaning them either. 🤷‍♂

[@paulmartin2348]

@@hycron1234 There are MANY things in life that take a few minutes to maintain easily but most people never do.

[@hmello3250]

been there

[@brioshoveit]

Is that even a wallmounted movable ac... Or simply the inside unit of a minisplit? On my unit, the drain is outside, on the outside unit/part of minisplit.

[@bukithd]

First rule of KZbin content, never do something without planning on leaving something to make more content on.

[@AnazHilmy]

I love this case. The only case in the market that has ample space to vertically mounted a 4090 and Sound Blaster card with two extender risers. Good spacing between vertical 4090 and NH-U12A cooler so can remove the GPU effortlessly. Mounted it using fixed TV wall bracket. Comes with all the fittings and about 3 inches gap between the wall and the case.

[@SlevinKalevera]

I have the same case (non-pro) and wall mounted it last summer. Best decision I ever made. I also have it on an articulating wall mount for easy maneuvering. if I need to change anything. and easily take it off the wall. I was eyeballing this series for almost a year before and I've never been happier with a case. Good choice, man!

[@neilbertram1922]

Core P3 has always been one of my favorite cases.

[@anonemus2971]

I was thinking you should have made a computer case hammock. That way its off the floor and you can let it hang low.

[@beardedgaming1337]

i have this case, its in white. i built it two years ago. its wall mounted in my living room on a 3 axis swivel TV mount. there are so many files out there for 3D printing on this case. PSU covers, cable hides, radiator mounts. i have two 360mm and one 240mm rad on this case with a vertical mount 3080ti. its dead silent and a great case. does not really get dusty either.

[@mikesunboxing]

bless you Paul for keeping YT janky

[@sxintaadg8101]

As someone who also uses a Thermaltake core p3 TG I was stoked when i saw you went with this case for your build. Loved this video!

[@1stGruhn]

I've been building my own computers for over 20yrs. I've never seen a wall mounted case with a vesa mount. Never really thought to look for one to be honest, cool idea and great solution for your studio!

[@wasdmilk]

Used the Core P3 Pro for wall mounting my computer. With it having E-ATX support and getting my computer away from standing desk I'm super happy with it. Glad it worked out for you!

[@MrMega200]

Regarding the reflections, you could just spray paint a matte clear coat to reduce reflections on the glass.

[@jormungand72]

I have installed a LOT of cabinets over the years (also in southern California earthquake country). All you need is one stud with two screws. So long as those screws are properly centered in the stud, two 2 1/2" framing screws will hold the weight of a PC just fine. I have seen 100lb+ upper cabinets loaded with dishes, mounted with a single screw....

[@jointercz]

I have wallmounted and watercooled PC in Core P5 for over 6 years. Under AC. Also have the case rotated 180, basically upside down. Originally got it because it was easiest how to mount SSI-EEB Asus dual socket Xeon board to something not expensive and not bad looking. I kept it when upgrading to AMD. I do like it very much, will not go back to normal case.

[@1Grainer1]

first time seeing this project, but after reading the title, i immediately knew that it was a bad idea

[@THETICK36]

im at he point of the video where he is unboxing the thermaltake case. i did this about 5 or so years back and depending on the TV or wall mount you could have issues still. with mine i had a tv wall mount that would allow you to rotate the screen and the case was heavier on one side and would always rotate down unless i somehow stopped it from rotating, i have since built a custom wall mount system and have them solidly on the wall. i Took the sliding/rolling Barn door approach with the new mounting system. i did this as if i have to work on the PC i can simply roll it over to the door to my room and remove it easily from the wall. i would wall mounting PC's to you as it will clear up space on the desk.

[@maozedowner5915]

There's aluminum extrusion PC frame that you can mount your stuff onto, basically a test bench that can stand vertically. You can just install a hook hole meant for drives / water coolers on the top of the frame and use hooks to mount the PC to the wall. That's how I do it. The frame costs me about 20$.

[@zdenek75a]

Thanks Joe. I was thinking about stg like that, just cable facing down

[@CamBeulGaming]

Frost glass spray from Rustoleum on the TG will cut that glare and reflection from the light out pretty easily and cheaply!

[@vensroofcat6415]

Was going to suggest you use timeless Thermaltake P3/5 👍 It has been on market for years and it still rocks. Just vacuum it twice a year or so. Open cases are half as bad as some think.

[@gildardo]

That actually looks cool.

[@antoineates1928]

i wish you got the P5, it can be customized in more ways than the P3, i have P5 and P3 side by side wall mounted above my 2 ASUS neo g9 monitors stacked top each other.

[@HDEFMAN1]

I didn't know you could wall mount a case with a VESA mount. That looks really cool. The original setup did make me feel uneasy as to safe that would be long term.

[@Chef_-xv7ms]

Thank you Paul

[@metrotechguru5863]

That's a fantastic case. I'm sure that it will serve you well.

[@RexPilger]

I feel a less anxious about Paul's former hardware on a shelf and will sleep a bit easier. As long as the garage wall handles the Big Shaking One that 4080 etc. should be okay. Thanks for listening to us commentors as well as Joe.

[@BluishGnome]

That was surprisingly fun to watch. Very cool solution! (Especially cutting off the excess mounting bracket!)

[@BonkedByAScout]

I wall mounted my PC in an A4 H2O and I love it.

[@conza1989]

Paul I know you made your point in the first 30s, but just for you, I'm going to watch till the end :)

[@Mihke]

i would add a custom PSU cable with 90 degree plug. I got one from cablemod and it's fantastic

[@EdDale44135]

Weren’t those recalled?

[@PsychoStreak]

Those monitors on the desk are the happiest that the PC is now bolted to the wall.😆

[@HolgerNestmann]

Stupid line of thought, but I just moved my solar installation on the wall and am super happy with the space I gained. I was wondering how your solar is doing?

[@MonsterSound.Bradley]

LoOKS GREAT! (except for the big tubing holding your cables - yeeuuk).

[@WSS_the_OG]

I have this exact case, and I was wondering how you were going to solve the capture cards + GPU in a vertical mount. The answer was revealed a little later, haha.

[@zvenlin]

hmmm MEH for me Nice for you ( i have similar project but wont do the same. nice touch with the tv wall mount )

[@martinmcc.6237]

I'd say 80% of that weight is the beQuiet case. I love my 801 case, until I have to move it.

[@Mando5]

that's my old current case! its a great one!

[@HHX_H]

Love this case

[@Dracossaint]

Stick with the wire loom. It's a functional build. The loom makes it flexible

[@profosist]

I you have the bracket for fans i would toss some in at a low speed to just encourage cooling across the motherboard

[@aurvaroy6670]

I guess an AIO would've helped with installing expansion cards and possibly vertical mounting them

[@Ladioz]

Paul if the top of that case had a roof glass, it would probably have no dust in it at all

[@itsdeonlol]

Thermaltake makes nice wall mounted PC cases! Good job as always Paul & Joe!

[@Zythan]

Nice Favor and they get some free advertising for a cool case. Also I'm always in favor of grabbing a power tool to make something work. Also where is the sensor for the minisplit? if it's on the unit it may set it off more with a heat generator 2 ft away?

[@mitchell5566]

Cool vid. Perfect use scenario for you

[@bonanzabrandon6877]

You could avoid the glare by just taking the glass off. It's not really serving a practical purpose anyway.

[@ibapreppie]

Ive been recently thinking of doing this. I might not do it now lol

[@rvdeddrift]

That's a killer case! And a killer overall look! Nice work Paul and Joe! Another sweet video! Thanks for takin us along for the ride and the evolution of how everything is coming together!

[@ajslim79]

WAIT .. a garage worklog video ..? .. damn, i missed it

[@matthijsvandeweerd1415]

14:30 Maybe the HDMI was backfeeding power?

[@Travelfast]

Those be quiet psus leak power through them even when off. Der8auer had same thing when tried to OC with some Asus Apex mobo a while back.

[@pcbuilderlover4271]

Much nicer and safer!

[@PeerensClement]

Nice job Paul! Your projects always inspire me to do some DIY and home improvement projects of my own! :)

[@Dwight.Schrute69]

How is the moisture from the AC unit going to impact the PC?

[@the_beefy1986]

I got the largest bamboo cutting board I could find on the Home Depot site and a couple of brackets similar to the ones you're using for your shelf. Wide and sturdy. EDIT: Make sure to mount the brackets on the studs (if possible)... and don't live in an earthquake-prone area :)

[@tristangates2797]

I'd suggest mounting a vertical rail about 6 inches from the back side. This will let the connectors come off the ports straight and then have a more gradual curve down along the rail where they can all bundle more neatly before they head down to the desk. Should give a cleaner look and be better for the cables.

[@STRET24]

Using the P3 non-Core for over two years now...on my desk tho, comes w/ feet for support on desktop. Love it!

[@ericheft6184]

I still think your original was good enough. The PC was wedged against the wall and it would have taken a lot of force to get it past the tipping point. On the other hand the new one made for nice video content so that's a win as well.

[@JamesFox1]

Miastakes were made . manufactured products are usually always just a standard that must be Altered To Fit Life Neccessities .

[@KomradeMikhail]

Wider shelf ?

[@LedHeadNZ]

Hi Paul. Looks nice, But can you still use the new shelf or is it now blocked by wall mounted pc?

[@albundy7718]

I would have just put the Bequiet Case on the Ground somewhere in a corner under a Desk for example. That Thing looks more like a Testbench on a Wall.

[@JETWTF]

It's not a bad idea, it was an incomplete idea. You did not complete it by adding earthquake straps that would prevent it from falling off the shelf. Some pipe strap(metal strip with holes in it found in the plumbing section) and some wall anchors. One end of a strap attached to the PC via a fan screw, the other end mounted to the wall via a wall anchor. 1 strap at the front of the case and one in the back. less than 1/2 hour taking your time for a 100% safe shelf mounted PC that only looks unsafe.

[@RogerBergqvist]

I wish i had a sponsor for computer parts.... 😜😍

[@dwahnaslowdown8887]

I felt a splash of nostalgia seeing that American Megatrends boot screen. It was on my first PCs more than 30 years ago. Nice to see that some things don't change.

[@elpepito957]

We did it internet, bullying works !

[@wingflex5367]

Exactly what I commented on that video, I said I hope you don't get any earthquakes. lol

[@Marbeary]

I am not concerned with the earthquake the door beside your PC got me worried. i have broken several stuff by just the door being opened or slammed . Also nice setup

[@freaktractor]

off topic...but have you done a review of your solar install and the cost/benefits so far as of lately? or if its paid for itself? kinda was wondering that...🙂

[@CraigCruden]

I think your whole solution is a bad idea... I have had a couple of those types of air conditioners turn into waterfall situations where they are sending water on everything beneath them.

[@ffpoke]

Got the same brand dark power pro 1000 watt for the 4070 ti with the 12vhp and works great and can't hear the fan

[@TerminalzPain]

Nice work, not sure I could live with an open style case myself though :s

[@kloroformd]

Nobody has designed a case with a single super phat washable filter for the whole thing for those with huskies or... cats. I got 1 husky and my PC is loaded with those stupid "filter" meshes and yeah they work but... so much washing. Gimme 1 thicc one. I need surface area.

[@Sziklapeti]

You can always just not install the glass panel. It has no function on this pc then the glare issue is solved. Also easier to keep clean without a glass panel to play around with.

[@pcracinggames]

6:17 do you really need 2x capture cards in one computer ? i'm asking cause i never had a capture card

[@ericross2203]

Please add some rgb fans on the right for looks and to pull in some a bit more air. Also run cables inside the wall if possible to a plate under desk.

[@DifinityRelin]

No ThermalFake! No Exceptions!

[@kcocgibkcusuoy]

Amen.

[@RohanSanjith]

How efficiently your threadripper can be cooled using an air cooler?

[@therealhatchet]

This is the exact case I used for my wall mount PC

[@kasper_429]

I'm not a streamer or KZbinr, so forgive me if it's obvious, but why do you need 2 capture cards? Just wondering.

[@Cam.Klingon]

Why don't you have your own colored LTT screwdriver yet?

[@flech3025]

Vertical GPU mounts are a bad idea.

[@Flakwell]

a small system stat screen where the radiator would go would look cool.

[@JDCheng]

2:06 - "Here's a temporary solution, only to come back to it several months if not a year plus later..." Especially remarkable since I just read an article about how the Windows 11 "Format Disk" UI was a temporary solution - made during the changeover between Windows 95 to the Windows NT kernel, 30 years ago.

[@55882]

no watercooling? that case needs a huge radiator😂😂

[@ghomerhust]

i built my wife's system in the first gen Core P3 several years ago. very solid construction, and easy to work with. been really happy with it. hers is wall mounted as well

[@SlimGamingChannelYT]

My biggest issue with those wall mounted cases are where they put the buttons, they know it's going to go on a wall, so why don't they put the buttons at the bottom, so they're easier to reach once wall mounted? Maybe a little feedback for Thermaltake so they can improve their design next time.

[@profosist]

get some remote mounted buttons and maybe lights

[@SlimGamingChannelYT]

@@profosist Not sure you can for the power. Also they should still do it in the next case to improve it.

[@D65Cinder11HDR]

That's why teamwork makes the dream work.❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@officialtimothyphoenix]

I've owned a P3 for a few years now and I bought mine as a test bench for new builds. It is a very unique product with lots of options. Great pick for a wall mount. 👍

[@CoalitionGaming]

At least it wasn't the idea of drilling holes through a motherboard... * Coughcoughjaycoughcough *

[@WumpusAmungus]

It's refreshing to watch you go through your builds and try different things unsure if it will work or not, which is pretty much how projects like this go

[@JulesLeoDirect]

Thats the one thermaltake product I like

[@miguelcossyleon7284]

I hear Kyle has some experience with that. Lol