The M5X is a Compact Mini-ITX Enclosure that is capable of housing both embedded and socket Mini-ITX boards whilst measuring just 63 x 192 x 196mm (2.3 litres). The M5X is perfect for pairing with fanless motherboards due to its well-ventilated design. Auxillary cooling is possible by using up to 4x additional 40mm cooling fans.

Provided without a power supply. Many plug in DC-DC PSUs and AC Adapters are available, or use with a motherboard with Embedded DC PSU

Solid Steel frame construction with strong Black ABS front panel.

Drive Bays: Up to 2x 2.5in HDD/SSD (or 1x 3.5in HDD*) mounted on tray above the motherboard; Drive tray has three mounting positions to maximise motherboard compatibility. *3.5in drive compatibility is limited to Thin-ITX motherboards.

Front Panel: Power Switch, Blue Power or HDD LED. 2x USB 2.0 ports.

Rear Panel: 5.5mm hole for DC Input socket, Punch-out for Serial port (DB9) connector (Serial port on header cable required - often provided with Jetwaythey m boards).

Underneath: Punch-outs for 100 x 100 VESA mounting (VESA mounting screws required).

Mounting: Rubber Feet for Desktop use and Wall Mount Brackets provided.

Supported boards: All Embedded Mini-ITX boards (Celeron, Atom etc.) and Socket Motherboards with suitable low-profile heatsinks.

Low Profile Heatsink Support: The M5X supports socket Mini-ITX boards which can be fitted with a low profile heatsink such as the Akasa 7106HP or K25. Up to 2x 2.5in drives can be fitted with these heatsinks. Please note that Intel 35W TDP retail processors are provided with a suitable low-profile heatsink.

Noctua NH-L9i Support: The M5X can be used with the a Socket 115X Mini-ITX board fitted with a Noctua NH-L9i cooler if M.2 storage is used. Even 7mm 2.5in drives will not fit. Tip: Remove the front panel first by unscrewing the 2 motherboard screws and 2 screws either side of the panel. Note the position of the panel mounting tabs and rubber spacers before proceeding./p>

Not supported: Socket boards with standard height heatsinks (use a low profile heatsink if possible).

Choosing a Power Supply: Select your external AC Adapter and internal power supply (picoPSU) according to your motherboard and processor requirements. Typically an Atom board or Socket board with 35W TDP CPU are paired with a picoPSU-90 and 80W AC Adapter. A Socket board with larger TDP CPU is typically paired with a picoPSU-150/160-XT and 150W AC Adapter. More power supplies are possible - check the configuration form below or our full power supply page.

Measurements: 62(H) x 192(W) x 196(D) mm. Volume: 2.3 litres.

Building Tips: Some serial port hoods may need to be modified if fitted next to the internal DC board. The internal DC board can be fitted on the opposite side of the case if motherboard components allow.

Cooling: Highly vented design often does not require additional cooling. Fitting of up to 4x 40x10mm internal fans into side panel is possible. The actual amount of fans that can be fitted depends on the number of fan headers available and the space above your choice of motherboard.

Integration Notes: Supplied in a brown OEM box.

All the same features as the M5X Compact Mini-ITX Enclosure, bundled with an silent integrated 80W internal DC-DC power supply and external 60W 12V AC Adapter and UK power cord. EUR/US power cords are available separately.

Power Loom: Internal power loom provides power connectors for 20/24pin ATX, 12V P4, 4pin Molex (HDD), SATA Power.

Supported boards: Embedded Mini-ITX boards (Atom, C3, C7 etc).

Not supported: All Socket Mini-ITX boards (including with 35W TDP CPU). If using a Socket board, combine the M5X with a suitable picoPSU and AC Adapter.

Drive Bays: Up to 2x 2.5in HDD/SSD (or 1x 3.5in HDD*) mounted on tray above the motherboard; Drive tray has three mounting positions to maximise motherboard compatibility. *3.5in drive compatibility is limited to Thin-ITX motherboards.

Front Panel: Power Switch, Blue Power or HDD LED. 2x USB 2.0 ports.

Rear Panel: 5.5mm hole for DC Input socket, Punch-out for Serial port (DB9) connector (Serial port on header cable required - often provided with Jetway boards).

Underneath: Punch-outs for 100 x 100 VESA mounting (VESA mounting screws required).

Mounting: Rubber Feet for Desktop use and Wall Mount Brackets provided.

Measurements: 62(H) x 192(W) x 196(D) mm. Volume: 2.3 litres.

Building Tips: Remove internal DC board temporarily before fitting motherboard. Some serial port hoods may need to be modified if fitted next to the internal DC board. The internal DC board can be fitted on the opposite side of the case if motherboard components allow.

Cooling: Highly vented design often does not require additional cooling. Fitting of up to 4x 40x10mm internal fans into side panel is possible. The actual amount of fans that can be fitted depends on the number of fan headers available and the space above your choice of motherboard.

Akasa 7106HP Low Profile, Low Noise 29.5mm High Cooler suitable for both Intel Socket 775, 1150, 1155 and 1156 motherboards fitted with up to 77W TDP processors.

Fast heat-absorbing copper centre and radiant styled aluminium fins for quick heat dissipation. Embedded 8cm PWM fan with S-Flow blades and long life HDB bearing. Intel approved push pins provide maximum compatibility. Pre-applied high performance thermal compound ensures clean and easy installation.

Case Compatibility: Suitable for use in a low profile case (e.g. M5X) when combined with an up to 77W TDP processor, and suitable power supply (e.g. picoPSU-150-XT and 110W or 150W AC Adapter for 55W/65W/77W TDP processor, picoPSU-90 and 80W AC Adapter for 35W/45W TDP processor). Will work in a 1U chassis but we recommend using a side blower fan whenever possible.

Specifications: Fan speed: 600 - 3000 RPM (PWM controlled); Max airflow: 33.50 CFM (56.7 m3/h); Noise level: 18.9 - 31.9 dB(A); Dimensions: 87.2 x 85.2 x 29.5 mm.

Identical to Akasa 7106HP but in stunning yellow. Low Profile, Low Noise 29.5mm High Cooler suitable for both Intel Socket 775, 1150, 1155 and 1156 motherboards fitted with up to 77W TDP processors.

Fast heat-absorbing copper centre and radiant styled aluminium fins for quick heat dissipation. Embedded 8cm PWM fan with S-Flow blades and long life HDB bearing. Intel approved push pins provide maximum compatibility. Pre-applied high performance thermal compound ensures clean and easy installation.

Case Compatibility: Suitable for use in a low profile case (e.g. M5X) when combined with an up to 77W TDP processor, and suitable power supply (e.g. picoPSU-150-XT and 110W or 150W AC Adapter for 55W/65W/77W TDP processor, picoPSU-90 and 80W AC Adapter for 35W/45W TDP processor). Will work in a 1U chassis but we recommend using a side blower fan whenever possible.

Specifications: Fan speed: 600 - 3000 RPM (PWM controlled); Max airflow: 33.50 CFM (56.7 m3/h); Noise level: 18.9 - 31.9 dB(A); Dimensions: 87.2 x 85.2 x 29.5 mm.

Set of 4 double headed screws allow the M5X/M5XP Compact Mini-ITX Enclosure to be hung horizontally or vertically from a standard VESA 100mm x 100mm monitor mount.

These Vesa Mounting Screws allow an M5X/M5XP to be attached behind a monitor, when VESA mounting threads are unused (as in this picture).

VESA Mount Support: Supports 100mm x 100mm VESA mounts.

Serial Port on Header Cable, suitable for the rear panel of the M5X/M5XP Compact Mini-ITX Enclosure.

Compatibility: Asus, Gigabyte, Intel boards with Serial Port headers only.

Serial Port on Header Cable, suitable for the rear panel of the M5X/M5XP Compact Mini-ITX Enclosure.

Compatibility: Jetway, Supermicro, Zotac with Serial Port headers only.

Note: Jetway boards often come with appropriate header cables. Check board product details.