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Review on πŸ’Ύ Argon ONE M.2 Case for Raspberry Pi 4 (Argon M.2 CASE ONLY) – Supports SATA SSD, B-Key, B+M Key Compatible by Charles Notti

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Easy to install - gets a little hot

I bought this to use in my garage to have full internet access on my TV to watch youtube videos etc when I work on projects. I've seen several full-size HDMI adapters that came in handy with this option, and there was an SSD option too, so I didn't have to rely on an SD card. The reviews say that it copes with heating normally. Well everything is easy to put together but I wish they had included some sort of mounting bracket or at least SOLD one separately as apparently this thing is meant to be installed somewhere on the side so yeah dock with a few stars around to facilitate installation. Part of the review (although I did find someone who listed a 3D printed wall mount plan online - sent it to an Etsy guy who was able to get me the wall mount I wanted cheaply). My biggest gripe with this case is that it gets CRAZY HOT - don't touch it for example or you'll feel pain. I haven't overclocked my Pi or anything like that. This will make it easier to use after a few minutes. Not sure why. I can hear the fan running (not loud or anything but you can hear it if you get close) so I don't know what else to do. Too bad I didn't buy a custom 3D printed case and used one of those ICE coolers instead, but oh well. The case itself has a fantastic layout and the magnetic contact cover is just awesome.

Pros
  • Delivery was very quick
Cons
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