Steve_S
Offgrid Cabineer, N.E. Ontario, Canada
Good Day everyone.
Quick Overview:
I have been tinkering with Raspi's for a while and continuing with that, I've elected to switch over to Raspi-4B from the 3B version. Notably, because they support boot from HDD/SSD and have 4GB & 8GB models now available. I'm going to continue with RaspiOS Grafana, Node-Red & InfluxDB as I'm working on integrating my Midnite Solar SCC, Samlex Inverter (both using ModBus) and multiple Chargery BMS' via RS323 & USRIOT RS to IP converter servers. The main Raspi will be situated in the Powerhouse and network connected via 1GB Etherswitch wired back to the house for router & satellite modem access.
The Dilemma I hope to solve, hopefully with some member input.
I want to find a complete Raspi Case with the following capabilities:
- Fully enclosed case with vents.
- Cooling Capability with a quiet fan.
- Ability to house a 2.5" SSD within the case.
- still have full access to USB Ports etc (of course -1 USB for the SSD)
I have sourced 12V to 5V/3A step-down converters (1 for Raspi, 1 for EtherSwitch) which will be wired to the BlueSea 12V Panel.
These are "hardwired" so straight from 12V source, unlike the "cigarette lighter socket" type.
LINKS:
- Yeeco DC to DC Buck Converter 8-22V to 5V 3A/15W Power Adapter 12V to 5V MICRO USB Cable Connector Car
- BlueSea 5025 12V/6 circuit mini panel
The Hunt for cases: What a PITA and I have spent hours looking at videos' reviews etc and "my brain hurts" now....
I have so far found TWO contenders, one which is just coming available but geez, looks like the ticket BUT there may be others.
#1 DeskPi Pro Set-top Box For Raspberry Pi 4-Preoder! There are Video's and more and this certainly has the goodies. (avail end of October)
#2 Most Compatible Enclosure for popular SBCs including ODYSSEY - X86J4105, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone and Jetson Nano.
* This one is stackable and has an optional HDD/SSD mounting boad and can allow for a 3rd party fan. All Extra of course.
#3 ??
Does anyone know of, use a good quality Raspi 4B Case which suits the above need ?
I have external portable drive cases with SSD's in them already, trying to eliminate the extra bits and put it all into one tidy assembly.
Thanks in Advance for the input.
Steve
Quick Overview:
I have been tinkering with Raspi's for a while and continuing with that, I've elected to switch over to Raspi-4B from the 3B version. Notably, because they support boot from HDD/SSD and have 4GB & 8GB models now available. I'm going to continue with RaspiOS Grafana, Node-Red & InfluxDB as I'm working on integrating my Midnite Solar SCC, Samlex Inverter (both using ModBus) and multiple Chargery BMS' via RS323 & USRIOT RS to IP converter servers. The main Raspi will be situated in the Powerhouse and network connected via 1GB Etherswitch wired back to the house for router & satellite modem access.
The Dilemma I hope to solve, hopefully with some member input.
I want to find a complete Raspi Case with the following capabilities:
- Fully enclosed case with vents.
- Cooling Capability with a quiet fan.
- Ability to house a 2.5" SSD within the case.
- still have full access to USB Ports etc (of course -1 USB for the SSD)
I have sourced 12V to 5V/3A step-down converters (1 for Raspi, 1 for EtherSwitch) which will be wired to the BlueSea 12V Panel.
These are "hardwired" so straight from 12V source, unlike the "cigarette lighter socket" type.
LINKS:
- Yeeco DC to DC Buck Converter 8-22V to 5V 3A/15W Power Adapter 12V to 5V MICRO USB Cable Connector Car
- BlueSea 5025 12V/6 circuit mini panel
The Hunt for cases: What a PITA and I have spent hours looking at videos' reviews etc and "my brain hurts" now....
I have so far found TWO contenders, one which is just coming available but geez, looks like the ticket BUT there may be others.
#1 DeskPi Pro Set-top Box For Raspberry Pi 4-Preoder! There are Video's and more and this certainly has the goodies. (avail end of October)
#2 Most Compatible Enclosure for popular SBCs including ODYSSEY - X86J4105, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone and Jetson Nano.
* This one is stackable and has an optional HDD/SSD mounting boad and can allow for a 3rd party fan. All Extra of course.
#3 ??
Does anyone know of, use a good quality Raspi 4B Case which suits the above need ?
I have external portable drive cases with SSD's in them already, trying to eliminate the extra bits and put it all into one tidy assembly.
Thanks in Advance for the input.
Steve
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