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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

By Bill Detwiler August 25, 2006, 1:07 AM PDT Bill Detwiler on Twitter billdetwiler

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Euskal Encounter 2006

Euskal Encounter 2006

From July 22nd through July 25th, computer enthusiasts descend on the Bilbao Exhibition Centre for Spain’s oldest, large scale computer/LAN party-Euskal Encounter 2006. According to the event’s Web site, Euskal Encounter 2006 was prepared for more than 5,700 attendees with a network for over 3,500 computers, a 2 Gbps Internet connection, and over 35,000 square meters of floor space in the Bilbao Exhibition Centre.

While attending Euskal Encounter 2006, Webshots member katxikamo, snapped pictures from the show floor and captured dozens of serious computer case mods. From aliens to aluminum cases, these wild mods are definitely not your everyday computer cases.

Compiled and captions by Bill Detwiler

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Night time

Night time

Even at night the party keeps going. Break out the coffee and caffeinated sodas.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod

Alien PC mod

This alien PC mod is almost certainly inspired by H.R. Giger’s famous extraterrestrial xenomorph designed for Ridley Scott’s sci-fi, thriller Alien.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Front

Alien PC mod: Front

The system is still being put together.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Right side

Alien PC mod: Right side

The alien mod includes a smaller model of the Xenomorph “facehugger”–the first stage of the fictional alien’s life-cycle.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Left side

Alien PC mod: Left side

The PC case’s mesh grill side and liquid-cooling system should keep this alien nicely chilled.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Mouth drive

Alien PC mod: Mouth drive

This alien is ready to chomp down on a few DVDs and CDs.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Top

Alien PC mod: Top

That’s one tall PC case.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Back

Alien PC mod: Back

From the back, you can clearly see the liquid cooling lines running from the PC to the external radiator.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Alien PC mod: Back tall

Alien PC mod: Back tall

This head of this machine towers over the LCD screen next to it.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Red dragon PC mod

Red dragon PC mod

Another extreme mod, this red dragon definitely catches your eye.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Red dragon PC mod: Right side

Red dragon PC mod: Right side

This machine’s clear side let’s you see into the belly of the beast.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Red dragon PC mod: Lights

Red dragon PC mod: Lights

The machine’s red lighting increases the dramatic effect.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Silver sphere PC mod

Silver sphere PC mod

This silver sphere is definitely one of the more unusual PC mods I’ve seen.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Silver sphere PC mod: Lights

Silver sphere PC mod: Lights

A blue glow emanates from between the silver bowls.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Silver sphere PC mod: Open

Silver sphere PC mod: Open

With the silver case open, we can see the hardware inside.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue tube PC mod

Blue tube PC mod

This totally tubular mod puts square PC components into a round case.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue tube PC mod: Hard drives

Blue tube PC mod: Hard drives

The hard drives are externally mounted to the tube’s frame and each has its own cooling fan.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue tube PC mod: Front

Blue tube PC mod: Front

A clear front let’s you see inside the tube.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue tube PC mod: Removing the front cover

Blue tube PC mod: Removing the front cover

Removing the front panel

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Aluminum briefcase PC mod

Aluminum briefcase PC mod

Looks nice and highly portable

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Aluminum briefcase PC mod: Side view

Aluminum briefcase PC mod: Side view

This machine’s blue lights are a nice touch.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black briefcase PC mod

Black briefcase PC mod

This black briefcase mod might be even cooler than the aluminum briefcase.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black briefcase PC mod: Close up

Black briefcase PC mod: Close up

The blue lights provide a nice glow.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Yellow case mod

Yellow case mod

This yellow case’s handles make the machine easy to move.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Yellow case mod: Front

Yellow case mod: Front

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Illuminated control panel

Illuminated control panel

The lights make the controls easy to see in the dark and they just look really cool.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Illuminated control panel: Close up

Illuminated control panel: Close up

The controls really stand out with the multicolor lights.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Illuminated control panel: Side

Illuminated control panel: Side

The clear side shows off more than just the panel lights.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Clear side panel with biohazard emblem

Clear side panel with biohazard emblem

If your rig has lights, a clear side panel is almost a must-have item.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Military PC mod

Military PC mod

This machine is ready for duty.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue cube mod

Blue cube mod

Judging from the very large ducts, I assume airflow is not a problem for this PC case.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue cube mod: Back

Blue cube mod: Back

A huge fan helps keep the machine’s hardware cool.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue cube mod: Top

Blue cube mod: Top

This blue cube case has a control panel on top and handle for easy carrying.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Blue case with clear side

Blue case with clear side

Another blue tower case with a clear side panel and lighted fans

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Totally clear case

Totally clear case

Just like Wonder Woman’s invisible jet, you can see right through this totally clear PC case.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Red case with clear side panel

Red case with clear side panel

Judging from the machine’s markings, the owner is a definite Half-Life 2 fan.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Clear power supply mod?

Clear power supply mod?

I’m not sure if the clear box on top of this machine’s case is a power supply or part of a liquid cooling system.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Clear power supply mod: Side?

Clear power supply mod: Side?

Green lights brighten the top box.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Clear power supply mod: Front?

Clear power supply mod: Front?

The machine’s front panel is also lighted.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Clear case with yellow front

Clear case with yellow front

This PC case is clear, except for the yellow face plate and silver front. The lights add a nice touch.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Fan between the heat sinks

Fan between the heat sinks

This machine sports two huge heat sinks and a fan between them.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

iMac mod

iMac mod

I’m not sure what the small screen on this mod does.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

iMac mod: Back

iMac mod: Back

The iMac case from the back

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Red and black case with clear panels

Red and black case with clear panels

A very clean looking red and black tower case with clear side panels

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black and yellow mod

Black and yellow mod

The fan on this baby looks like the front of a jet engine.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black and yellow mod: Side

Black and yellow mod: Side

I wonder if I can get a tan from these lights?

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black and yellow mod: Drive open

Black and yellow mod: Drive open

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black and yellow mod: Cooling system

Black and yellow mod: Cooling system

The reservoir for this machine’s liquid cooling system is a long cylinder attached to the machine’s back–functional and cool looking.

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Black and yellow mod: Tubing

Black and yellow mod: Tubing

A close up shot of the machine’s liquid cooling system

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Wild computer mods from Euskal Encounter 2006

Bottle and box tower

Bottle and box tower

What else would you do with a bunch of empty water bottles and pizza boxes, but build a tower.

© Webshots – katxikamo

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