pre ordered this case so ive been watching a lot of videos to see different set ups, and i can truly say this is the best one . im defiantly going to use the way you cable managed everything for my build
i could not get my PSU situated with the fan facing into the case until i watched this...running the power cable to the back of the case was genius. completely overlooked that option!
Hey man! Thank you so much for this video. Been struggling with the cable management on this case. Finally glad someone pulled off the cleanest one I've seen!
Stunning build. I’ve been waiting for a case like this. Been wanting to make 2 matching systems, one black and one white small enough to place on the shelves above the monitors being used. Think LIAN li have found my answer
Great video. Although this case offers many installation options, everyone's choice on TH-cam seems to be similar, with most opting for top-mounted water cooling.
Why didn't you place the Lian Li controller, with double-sided tape, on the SSD tray to leave more room for the cables at the bottom of the case? Maybe that way a third fan could fit in there too...
11:42 What? The pump's temp display is activating even before the Windows boots? How? Mine only starts to show the temp AFTER the Windows boots and the watercooler software is loaded.
A trick i learned to help with these builds is to use braided cable extensions instead of full length cables. They're just long enough for these SFF builds.
In the description you mention the cables on sfx psu being too short. The psu can be mounted on the side and also mounted horizontally to the ssd bracket with the offset mounts.
I have completed this build yesterday night but I have a problem. On my msi 550 vdh MB the RAM is blocking the middle fan of my arctic freezer aio by a mere 5mm. I unscrewed the middle fan and moved it a hit to the side fixing it with sticky tape, but is there another solution?
Great assembly but there are 2 non-techical problems with case: 1.the source participates in the air flow inside the case; it is preferable to take air from the outside and let it out all the way to the outside too 2.we don't have positive air flow, no fan to bring in additional air: I would have mounted a fan under the power supply and one behind the case CONCLUSION: the bottom three fans are exclusively for videocard, the air does not pass, it is taken out immediately by the video card (tested with smoke); passive air in through the mesh; air inside increases its temperature due to the video card which can run at 85 degrees Celsius
@@jakevillamor2032 Yeah, you could. I'm always a fan of having more intake capacity than exhaust in order to create positive pressure and reduce dust incursion. I'm about to do a build with this case and I'll likely have a cover on the rear fan holes to help keep pressure up in the case.
Awesome Build + Step By Step Installation!!.. Good Stuff!!.. Just a Question, did you use an ATX PSU in this build, planning on using an ATX PSU in this case!!..
The second port is not just for "ln2", its pretty standard to use both with an i9 processor because the board might limit the tdp with only one connected.
I've certainly been giving some consideration to this case as I'm contemplating downsizing my 4090 rig to a SFF. I did figure out that if I use Cooler Master's VGPU Mount which is compatible with just about any 4-slot case, it allows for more GPU clearance than Lian Li's optional mount and prevents you from needing to run the HDMI or DP cable's into the case itself. And since it doesn't mount to the floor of the case like Lian Li's mount, you might, keyword being might, be able to fit maybe some low profile 120mm fans underneath it for additional airflow. Of course for max GPU clearance you'll need to side mount the PSU, but with a VGPU you should have more than enough space to mount the PSU lower and still fit a 360mm AIO. And that's to say nothing of that GPU-side fan mount if there's enough space between the wall of the case and the GPU. Either way you'll need to use the mesh side panel to let the GPU breath. Heck, if done right you might even be able to use one of those AIO GPU models, like the MSI Suprim Liquid, and mount its radiator to that side mount. I am curious if Lian Li's new Hydroshift AIO will work in this case or if it would interfere with the cable management behind the motherboard, the TL model is especially curious since the radiator is slightly thicker. Also an SFX PSU would probably be more ideal here. That standard ATX has so much spare cable it's a wonder you were able to cable manage it all in that confined space.
I also thought that Hydroshift would be perfect on the top of this case. Unfortunately Lian Li states that it is not compatible with the A3-mATX. I think the pipes from the radiator to the pump would touch the VRM heatsinks. An extra 2 cm in the height of the case would have been enough.
How long is the case if you include the thumbscrews at the back? Says 443mm but not sure if they include the thumbscrews and other bits of metal that stick out
What’s the slot size in MM for the GPU? Looking at this case to pair with a 4070 ti super that’s 58MM and want to know if I’ll still be able to squeeze in some lian li infinity fans on the bottom.
Hey buddy please make a video on custom loop in lian li dan case A3 matx case with liquid cooling both the cpu and gpu. I request you i am planning to buy that case for custom liquid cooled build
@@RicochetForce eh the build quality is about the same. as far as compatibility the other cases can house more components than this one. and they are the same price
He put the TG side panel on so you can see the inside. He obviously thinks AIO's look better than air coolers. That's the only decision that you have to make, which you think looks best. For performance issues it is pretty irrelevant whichever you choose. All these benchmark comparisons on coolers and cases are pretty ridiculous, the difference in the best and worst performers is a few degrees, that wouldn't make any difference (at least noticeable) to performance.
@@olivierpfrrrt6490 bro 12:02 he literally peels the plastic off of the glass side stop being petty and arguing when you either didn’t watch it or are trolling , move on
Why the fuck is it so hard to find a case like this, thats maybe 1-2 liters bigger that can fit 2-3 HDD? Its a bullshit market. HDD isnt phased out for another decade and I cant find shit at under 28 L
Think if you used a SFX PSU you would be able to add a universal drive cage and have space to still connect the wires etc. Maybe get away with adding a cage with ATX PSU but would have to get it and try.
@@jezwinni107 Ill be trying this soon, as ive looked this over more than I should be and decided about the same as you. With a SFX PSU and a 240 AIO I can push the PSU to the top front, have space on either side of the PSU for cabling and the fan controller, and under the PSU is around 100mm accounting for cables. Theoretically with 10mm+5mm clearance per HDD you could shove 6 in that space. Im aiming for 3.
@@Ladiozit's not though, it's slightly below the fan of the psu. This configuration is present in many cases without issues. Not seen anyone online but you complain about this
Why put fans under GPU ?! For me they brings nothing because GPU fans runs air out of the case ... and you dont put a fan at the back to extract ?! The Power supplies fans for me is in a wrong place, put hot air inside the case ... it will be better if it was outside ... Not a good case in my opinion. And because the power supplies, you can't put a long GPU (like rx6800 with 36cm) ... not optimal at all.
white plastic front turns yellow when exposed to sunlight. no thanks. keep your 50 dollar hardware-sweat-box. ...and stop this romantic music at ones! it does not fit to a cheap metal square box. there is no romance here. max 140mm power-supply is another no go. most good units are longer and have modular cable-plugs 20-30mm standing out. managing those cables looks like a nightmare. If you put 2000dollar worth hardware in a box, it can cost a bit more.
The way the cables are hidden is beautiful and wonderful.
It is, best cable management video on the Lian Li A3 I've seen so far.
bros chinese in 2024😹
The cable management work you have done on this build is damn insane!! Beautiful work
pre ordered this case so ive been watching a lot of videos to see different set ups, and i can truly say this is the best one . im defiantly going to use the way you cable managed everything for my build
great video as well ill be watching more of your videos for sure👍
I Agree, this is truly the best build out there atm and the cable management Magnific 🔥
amazing cable management. Would love to see you include the whole process like in this video in future ones aswell
Outstanding! I am in awe 😮
i could not get my PSU situated with the fan facing into the case until i watched this...running the power cable to the back of the case was genius. completely overlooked that option!
The instruction are terrible for this case ngl
This is the only channel i continue to watch for pc builds. Love all of your work.
Hey man! Thank you so much for this video. Been struggling with the cable management on this case. Finally glad someone pulled off the cleanest one I've seen!
Stunning build. I’ve been waiting for a case like this. Been wanting to make 2 matching systems, one black and one white small enough to place on the shelves above the monitors being used. Think LIAN li have found my answer
This is so beautiful. I will build my Dan A3 very similar to yours. Thx from Germany, Bro
Beautiful cable management work!
Nice build! The cable management is crazy good! Thanks!
The Cleanest built with this new case, saw way too many videos but this one is just perfect cable management very neat❤❤❤❤😊😊
Love the cable management. I used this as reference while I was setting up.
Awesome cable managment you gave me a good idea of how im gonna be doing mine!
Thank you for showing how you did the cable management, not a lot of youtuber do it and those who do it only do with big ATX cases.
Thank for cable management guideline here.
Great video. Although this case offers many installation options, everyone's choice on TH-cam seems to be similar, with most opting for top-mounted water cooling.
Have you tried bean cooling yet? This case offers great options for bean cooling
It's kind of the whole thing about this case, that it can support a 360 on top.
Well bottom mount aio is no-no, the pump need to be at lower position than the radiator
I want to see air cooling with NH-D15. But everyone keeps showing water cooling.
@@teiji_ishida would be same strat as the likes of AP201, rear intake
Yoo! Love the new builds!
@@nishanthdass4172 Yo Nish! Thanks man!
Great build. Helped me vision what I can do with the case. Thanks!
Wow i love the cable management😍
Excellent job and setup.
YAYY WELCOME BACK!!!
Great job! Quality video!
Nice build, looks clean
Love the lights this guys build is sick
Why didn't you place the Lian Li controller, with double-sided tape, on the SSD tray to leave more room for the cables at the bottom of the case? Maybe that way a third fan could fit in there too...
clean build ,10/10
Great job, guy!
Those cables are a nightmare I ended up shoving everything inside and called it a day 🤣
this guys cable management is art
This is a very beautiful build!! I plan on building in this case in the near future!
11:42 What? The pump's temp display is activating even before the Windows boots? How? Mine only starts to show the temp AFTER the Windows boots and the watercooler software is loaded.
A trick i learned to help with these builds is to use braided cable extensions instead of full length cables. They're just long enough for these SFF builds.
the extension will need to be plugged on the psu cables no? wouldn't that make the cables even longer?
In the description you mention the cables on sfx psu being too short. The psu can be mounted on the side and also mounted horizontally to the ssd bracket with the offset mounts.
Good point, but that configuration would not work with these parts.
I have completed this build yesterday night but I have a problem. On my msi 550 vdh MB the RAM is blocking the middle fan of my arctic freezer aio by a mere 5mm. I unscrewed the middle fan and moved it a hit to the side fixing it with sticky tape, but is there another solution?
Great assembly but there are 2 non-techical problems with case: 1.the source participates in the air flow inside the case; it is preferable to take air from the outside and let it out all the way to the outside too 2.we don't have positive air flow, no fan to bring in additional air: I would have mounted a fan under the power supply and one behind the case CONCLUSION: the bottom three fans are exclusively for videocard, the air does not pass, it is taken out immediately by the video card (tested with smoke); passive air in through the mesh; air inside increases its temperature due to the video card which can run at 85 degrees Celsius
wauw what a nice build
To bad that front panel is not vented. I woul make a custom vented front panel and invert the psu so the fan is fancing the front panel.
It's not really necessary, you can have intake directly to the gpu.
they have a new front part with a vent.
There is but I agree, the PSU should not get the hot air from inside of the Cabinet
Why no fan in the back to push out hot air? 😊
Unnecessary with the bottom fans pulling in air and the top fans ventilating.
@@RyanMeray Ah, roger that - thanks. :)
@@RyanMerayhello, but is it still possible to put a rear fan? Same lian li 120 fan will fit?
@@jakevillamor2032 Yeah, you could. I'm always a fan of having more intake capacity than exhaust in order to create positive pressure and reduce dust incursion. I'm about to do a build with this case and I'll likely have a cover on the rear fan holes to help keep pressure up in the case.
neat as always
Awesome Build + Step By Step Installation!!.. Good Stuff!!..
Just a Question, did you use an ATX PSU in this build, planning on using an ATX PSU in this case!!..
i cried a little on the bended radiator fins
Awesome video! What were some of your favorite parts about the case?
I like the multiple layout options, and the low price.
Has anyone tried the mesh side with RGB lights instead of the tempered glass? I'm curious if it looks good or not.
Nice build! Can your NZXT AIO Software adjust the Fan Speed of those Lian Li Fans depending on CPU temperature or how do you configure those?
nice one for cable management.. what if your psu at other side?
i thought NZXT AIO liquid coolers comes with pre-applied thermal paste. Do we need to apply thermal paste on top of what is pre-applied already?
@@tjbagain6475 do NOT add more if it's already pre-apllied! I re-used this cooler from a previous build and had wiped off the original paste.
@@Subdubbin thanks, man! Love your build and will follow your cable management style 😅
is that acrylic glass is also included in that case?
Does the MSI MPG B760M Edge TI WIFI allow overclocking on the 12900K or? Beautiful build!
Why are you plugging in both sets of 8-pin CPU cables? It only needs one. The second available is for the people that like to overclock with LN2.
What a nerd
Why would I want an open port?
@@BSwanks right
The second port is not just for "ln2", its pretty standard to use both with an i9 processor because the board might limit the tdp with only one connected.
@@zetter5888 yeah exactly dude
Can you fit a 3,5 hdd in this case ?
Yes
I've certainly been giving some consideration to this case as I'm contemplating downsizing my 4090 rig to a SFF. I did figure out that if I use Cooler Master's VGPU Mount which is compatible with just about any 4-slot case, it allows for more GPU clearance than Lian Li's optional mount and prevents you from needing to run the HDMI or DP cable's into the case itself. And since it doesn't mount to the floor of the case like Lian Li's mount, you might, keyword being might, be able to fit maybe some low profile 120mm fans underneath it for additional airflow. Of course for max GPU clearance you'll need to side mount the PSU, but with a VGPU you should have more than enough space to mount the PSU lower and still fit a 360mm AIO. And that's to say nothing of that GPU-side fan mount if there's enough space between the wall of the case and the GPU. Either way you'll need to use the mesh side panel to let the GPU breath. Heck, if done right you might even be able to use one of those AIO GPU models, like the MSI Suprim Liquid, and mount its radiator to that side mount. I am curious if Lian Li's new Hydroshift AIO will work in this case or if it would interfere with the cable management behind the motherboard, the TL model is especially curious since the radiator is slightly thicker. Also an SFX PSU would probably be more ideal here. That standard ATX has so much spare cable it's a wonder you were able to cable manage it all in that confined space.
I also thought that Hydroshift would be perfect on the top of this case. Unfortunately Lian Li states that it is not compatible with the A3-mATX. I think the pipes from the radiator to the pump would touch the VRM heatsinks. An extra 2 cm in the height of the case would have been enough.
Is it still possible to put a rear fan? And is the length of your psu 160mm?
is there extra space to put a lian li strimer cable for the 24 and 8 pins?
can this case carry on the plane?
How long is the case if you include the thumbscrews at the back?
Says 443mm but not sure if they include the thumbscrews and other bits of metal that stick out
457mm or 18 inches with thumb screws
Let’s not forget about the power cord and all the other cables you must plug in at the back.
stunning
What were the cables that was placed under the motherboard?
USB, front panel and probably fan connections
tons of cables, producers should solve this problem, thanks for the video
What’s the slot size in MM for the GPU? Looking at this case to pair with a 4070 ti super that’s 58MM and want to know if I’ll still be able to squeeze in some lian li infinity fans on the bottom.
why is the fan inside for the powersupply
are those 120mm or 140mm fans on the bottom?
i struggle with cable management in this case !!
Isn't the PSU will suck hot air inside ?
I imagine with the SFX-L, you wouldn’t be able to fit a 4090 in there?
It was an SFX power supply, and it depends on which 4090 you are trying to fit in there. 🙂
Can it fit a 4090 or 7900xtxand is there any other way i can put the psu?
could u mount the gpu vertically with an atx psu?
Epic, no back exhaust fan
Hey buddy please make a video on custom loop in lian li dan case A3 matx case with liquid cooling both the cpu and gpu. I request you i am planning to buy that case for custom liquid cooled build
Beli dimana gan yg tempered glass panelnya? Di online sy gak nemu
no rear exhaust necessary?
I would buy this case if i could find the glass side panel somewhere.
So it's a gamemax mesh box/Asus ap201/ sama IM01?? But made by lian li and worse cable management?
Sorta, but Smaller than those at 26L vs 33L of the AP201
@@RicochetForce eh the build quality is about the same. as far as compatibility the other cases can house more components than this one. and they are the same price
came for cable management idea lol
Why everyone is using AIO in thesa new cases? It has a mesh side panel anyway and its already too crowded inside.
Because of processor
He is using a 12900k. Air cooling is not enough lmao.
He put the TG side panel on so you can see the inside.
He obviously thinks AIO's look better than air coolers. That's the only decision that you have to make, which you think looks best.
For performance issues it is pretty irrelevant whichever you choose.
All these benchmark comparisons on coolers and cases are pretty ridiculous, the difference in the best and worst performers is a few degrees, that wouldn't make any difference (at least noticeable) to performance.
360 AIO will always have better performancd than an air cooler
@@thexetmes but most people don't need the better performance, as long as doesn't throttling it is fine.
Just pick whichever you think looks best.
can it fit arctic lf3 280/360 aio?
Where is the Power-LED?
my next year build witll be this exact case and x870i strix itx and nvidia 5090 if it fits🤣no more big sized pc for me
I heard this music somewhere............. Oh HoleHouse......
MSI GAMING X SLIM 🔥 🤟
Obrigado pelo vídeo
Is your PSU atx or sfx?
Its atx psu
Does it fit a 4080?
Crime that NZXT cooler is not white in this build :P
AP201, is that you?
a much slimmer one lol
Beautiful.
I wouldn't have put an OLED AiO though, because of mesh panel ;) Expansive for nothing.
He put the tempered glass side on not the mesh , watch until the end
@@ryrysuperman There is no panel at the end ;)
And the Unboxing doesnt show a spare glass panel
@@olivierpfrrrt6490 bro 12:02 he literally peels the plastic off of the glass side stop being petty and arguing when you either didn’t watch it or are trolling , move on
@@ryrysuperman Ok i saw the entire video and no noticed that ^^ sorry
But why did he removed it at the end ? 😅
@@ryrysuperman Well, I saw my problem, the glass panel is an option on this case ^^
Why the fuck is it so hard to find a case like this, thats maybe 1-2 liters bigger that can fit 2-3 HDD? Its a bullshit market. HDD isnt phased out for another decade and I cant find shit at under 28 L
Think if you used a SFX PSU you would be able to add a universal drive cage and have space to still connect the wires etc.
Maybe get away with adding a cage with ATX PSU but would have to get it and try.
@@jezwinni107 Ill be trying this soon, as ive looked this over more than I should be and decided about the same as you. With a SFX PSU and a 240 AIO I can push the PSU to the top front, have space on either side of the PSU for cabling and the fan controller, and under the PSU is around 100mm accounting for cables. Theoretically with 10mm+5mm clearance per HDD you could shove 6 in that space. Im aiming for 3.
@@Paultimate7 did you try this, 6 sounds ambitious but 2 or 3 sounds doable.
Sexy build
All of the AM5 Matx boards realy suck :/
Asrock says otherwise
The power supply is literally collecting all the dust and garbage floating around in the case
Bro talking bout power supplies shut the fuck up
No it’s not lol
@@zacharystrange8920 The power supply is literally hugging against the graphics card, pulling all the hot air into it's power supply fan
@@Ladiozit's not though, it's slightly below the fan of the psu. This configuration is present in many cases without issues. Not seen anyone online but you complain about this
@@nameless.0190 I apologize
Why put fans under GPU ?! For me they brings nothing because GPU fans runs air out of the case ... and you dont put a fan at the back to extract ?! The Power supplies fans for me is in a wrong place, put hot air inside the case ... it will be better if it was outside ... Not a good case in my opinion. And because the power supplies, you can't put a long GPU (like rx6800 with 36cm) ... not optimal at all.
No exit fan, cramped airflow, PSU sucking in hot air from the gpu, the recipee for a disaster 🤣
white plastic front turns yellow when exposed to sunlight. no thanks. keep your 50 dollar hardware-sweat-box. ...and stop this romantic music at ones! it does not fit to a cheap metal square box. there is no romance here. max 140mm power-supply is another no go. most good units are longer and have modular cable-plugs 20-30mm standing out. managing those cables looks like a nightmare. If you put 2000dollar worth hardware in a box, it can cost a bit more.
The front panel kinda ugly.
wow what a shitty case
no u
wow what a shitty opinion
u need short cables lol
Coller master nrp 200 lol