Understanding the Lian Li PC-Q35 Chassis
The Lian Li PC-Q35 is a compact, brushed aluminum Mini-ITX tower chassis designed for system integrators and enthusiasts, particularly those building Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems or small-footprint desktop PCs. It features a sleek, minimalist design with a focus on drive capacity and cooling within a small form factor. Its primary appeal lies in its ability to house a significant number of storage drives while maintaining a relatively small desktop footprint.
Key Specifications and Design Features
The chassis is constructed from high-quality aluminum, contributing to a sturdy build with a net weight of approximately 4.3 kg. Its dimensions (W 210mm x H 305mm x D 456mm) make it a true mini-tower. A standout feature is its extensive storage support: it can mount up to five 5.25" drives, five 3.5" drives, and two 2.5" drives, making it exceptionally well-suited for data-heavy applications. For cooling, it includes one 120mm front fan and supports a 120mm top fan or an integrated liquid cooling system. It supports Mini-ITX and Mini-DTX motherboards, graphics cards up to 300mm in length, CPU coolers up to 95mm tall, and standard ATX power supplies (optional).
Ideal Use Cases and Applications
The PC-Q35's design philosophy targets specific, storage-intensive builds. Its primary application is as a custom NAS or home server, where its multiple drive bays allow for robust RAID configurations. It is also an excellent choice for a compact, high-performance workstation or a living room media center PC where aesthetics and a small footprint are valued. System integrators favor this chassis for building silent, efficient, and reliable systems for commercial or industrial environments that require local data storage.
Thinvent's Compact Computing Solutions
While Thinvent does not manufacture PC cases like the Lian Li PC-Q35, we specialize in pre-configured, reliable computing systems that share the compact and efficient ethos. For users interested in building a system around a similar form factor, our range of industrial mini PCs and thin clients provides robust, fanless, and ready-to-deploy alternatives.
Thinvent Mini PCs for Compact Setups: Our Aero series and other industrial computers are perfect for environments where space, power efficiency, and reliability are critical. They come with modern Intel processors, ample memory and storage, and support for various operating systems, offering a complete, integrated solution without the need for custom assembly. These systems are ideal for digital signage, kiosks, edge computing, and as network endpoints, providing performance in a durable, compact package.
