Custom Case...NES PC

mattisz · 26-04-2008, 04:17 AM

Yes, I know it has been done many times before but I'm one of those people that when they see something cool they just have to do it. I am building a NES PC. For those of you who are unaware of NES PCs, I am basically building a computer into a NES. I want to keep this original so I am using the NES' original power/reset buttons and power LED. The only problem with this is that when you purchase a computer case there are wires coming out of all of these buttons and LEDs that plug into the motherboard. They are each 2 wires with a small two pin female connector at the end that plugs into the motherboard. While I could very easily take some wire and make the original buttons work, it would require me soldering to the motherboard which is just something I am not willing to do. Basically what I am wondering is if there is any store or place online that I can purchase this 2 pin female connector so I don't have to solder straight to my motherboard.
Thanks,
Mat

EDIT: This is what I am looking for

Big B · 26-04-2008, 11:39 PM

Off-hand, I'm not sure where to point, but if you have an older beat up case, you might be able to scavange it all off.

mattisz · 27-04-2008, 03:32 AM

Well, could you try to help me out a bit. I had an old case that I originally took the wires out of and then I lost them. I mean if you could find them that'd be awsome but if you could just tell me what they're called that'd be great too.

Big B · 05-05-2008, 12:27 AM

Look for front panel connectors or front panel wiring/wires.

I'm not sure off-hand where to get any, but you might try Xoxide.com - Custom ATX Computer Cases, PC Mods, Computer Case mods, and Modded PC Cases, directron.com for starters.

26-04-2008, 04:17 AM	#1 (permalink) Top
mattisz Geek Trainee Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2 Status: Offline	Custom Case...NES PC Yes, I know it has been done many times before but I'm one of those people that when they see something cool they just have to do it. I am building a NES PC. For those of you who are unaware of NES PCs, I am basically building a computer into a NES. I want to keep this original so I am using the NES' original power/reset buttons and power LED. The only problem with this is that when you purchase a computer case there are wires coming out of all of these buttons and LEDs that plug into the motherboard. They are each 2 wires with a small two pin female connector at the end that plugs into the motherboard. While I could very easily take some wire and make the original buttons work, it would require me soldering to the motherboard which is just something I am not willing to do. Basically what I am wondering is if there is any store or place online that I can purchase this 2 pin female connector so I don't have to solder straight to my motherboard. Thanks, Mat EDIT: This is what I am looking for Last edited by mattisz; 26-04-2008 at 05:20 AM. Reason: Add better discription

26-04-2008, 11:39 PM	#2 (permalink) Top
Big B HWF Godfather Join Date: Dec 2001 Age: 28 Male Posts: 9,636 Times Helpful: 585 My Mood: Devilish Status: Offline My Computer	Off-hand, I'm not sure where to point, but if you have an older beat up case, you might be able to scavange it all off. __________________ Hardware Forums\|HWF Rules\|My DVD's\|PSU FAQ\|HWF Folding Team\|2CPU

05-05-2008, 12:27 AM	#4 (permalink) Top
Big B HWF Godfather Join Date: Dec 2001 Age: 28 Male Posts: 9,636 Times Helpful: 585 My Mood: Devilish Status: Offline My Computer	Look for front panel connectors or front panel wiring/wires. I'm not sure off-hand where to get any, but you might try Xoxide.com - Custom ATX Computer Cases, PC Mods, Computer Case mods, and Modded PC Cases, directron.com for starters. __________________ Hardware Forums\|HWF Rules\|My DVD's\|PSU FAQ\|HWF Folding Team\|2CPU

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mattisz Geek Trainee Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2 Status: Offline	Well, could you try to help me out a bit. I had an old case that I originally took the wires out of and then I lost them. I mean if you could find them that'd be awsome but if you could just tell me what they're called that'd be great too.

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