Motherboard Input/Output Shroud:The EVGA Z170 Classified K motherboard has all of the plugs for the USB and other headers at the bottom of the motherboard. Usually these can be tucked out of the way but, with the motherboard inverted it's more front and center. I decided to make a wrap around shroud that covers these headers. This will help to protect the wiring as well as keep them clean and organized. It will also make the motherboard look much more clean which lends itself to the modern feel I'm going for. I might tie in the motherboards back lighting into this piece as it could be a neat feature if done correctly.
For now I marked out all the holes that will need to be cut in the top of the PSU shroud. This will allow fan cables and the 8-pin motherboard power cable to run cleanly.
PSU Window Cutout:One of the neat ideas I've had for years was to cut out a portion of the Dark Power 1,200 watt PSU and insert a special type of acrylic. This acrylic is commonly used for security windows. It looks like a mirror normally but, becomes transparent when backlit. Be Quiet does some beautiful work inside their PSUs so I felt this was a good opportunity to show it all off. I buy my acrylics from Tap Plastics; they have a store that's fairly close to the shop and they offer up enthusiastic employees who have a genuine interest in what your building. Tap Plastics also has an online store that you can order all different types of acrylics and other materials from.
2 Way Mirrored acrylic: (with protector cover on)
