As I'm working on the TRS-80 case mod, I'm still a bit away from doing the build I want. I have a couple of questions for any veterans that might be patronizing this board.

First up is the mini-ITX. I like the possibilities it presents, but the lack of upgradeability, as well as the limited options it presents as far as PCI slots, SATA headers, etc, kind of turns me off. I'm believing I can wedge a microATX in there once I make some standouts and take out a few internal components that get in the way of what I'm trying to do. From what I've heard, I should be much happier with the microATX...and with a processor that's not integrated, as well.

Now, where the questions come in. I need a power supply that's less than 5" wide. Less than 3" wide would be better, but I can fit the whole thing in if we're under 5". And it can't be more than 3" high. I know that some desktop power supplies fill the bill on this one, but they're difficult to find on my "normal" channels. Does anyone know where I could find specs for a power supply that would be a better fit for my case? I've seen a Dell desktop that's pretty small, so I'm 90% sure that what I need is out there. The rule IS "form over function", but, like any toy, I do want some performance out of this thing.

Next up: keyboards. I have a couple of good candidates, but I want something that doesn't horribly clash with the retro look. It would be terrific if they made a retro keyboard that has the "look" of a coco keyboard, but if they make it, I haven't found it. While I have some good candidates, nothing's "perfect" enough to be set in stone.

Fortunately, I can't say the same for the cooling system. I'm pretty much sold on liquid cooling because of the limited space, but I'd like to hear a few of others' experiences with liquid cooling. How it performs, words of caution, anything you can think of.

This is a new project for me. A lot of it's new territory. Any pointers you can give me in these areas would be appreciated.