So I have never built a PC from scratch and I will undoubtably use all the wrong lingo in this forum, however, I have replaced every single part of my PC besides the motherboard and feel confident that I can build one from scratch.
Here's the rub...
I want to build my new computer into the frame of an acoustic bass guitar.
My questions are thus:
1) Is there danger in building a computer case made of wood? Understand that I suspect there will be room for an additional fan/heatsink and there is a gaping hole in the middle of all guitar frames to allow for either great air flow, or a great spot to place a diagnostic panel (I don't know what you call this, but I have seen cases with panels showing tempurature, and other neat and probably useless information on circular panels). It would also be hung on a wall or set on a stand (as guitars are often displayed) so there will be plenty of air flow around the case.
2) Do dual processor motherboards require special CPUs? Could I potentially use two pentium 3s to build a badass PC with such a motherboard?
3) Can the required metal framework to which all internal components would be attached be secured to the inside of a case using glue rather than putting holes throughout the case to screw them in place and if so, what kind of glue might be recommended?
4) This is one of the dumber questions, I admit, but a potential problem nonetheless; Can anyone suggest ways to 1. cut the back panel from a guitar and 2. hinge it to the case with a clasp that would allow for easy access to the interior?
5) The most newbie question of the day: Assuming that you can use two pentium 3s in a dual processor motherboard (which perhaps I should not assume), how do you remove a cpu from one motherboard and install it in another?
6) Can anyone recommend a good book or site that can show you how to mod a computer case (specifically, how to buy, install, and connect usb ports, power and reset buttons, etcetera)?
I apologize for my ignorance and truly appreciate any input at all that you would be willing to share.
Kind regards,
- Patrick