Can you leave the back panel off to accommodate deeper components?
2081219
No, there are 3 back panels. one in the middle that also acts as a leg to support the back of the stand. the 2 other panels are on the angles and are not very big.
2081220
No but there is another solution. The back panel helps in keeping the stand "squared" especially when weighted down with equipment. I had the same problem and solved it by cutting out the appropriate amount of panel to fit connections...not much to cut and it worked. Good luck.
1324982
It is not designed that way. But, it would not be too sifficult to cut out the clear back panel - it would be permanent.
1288147
There is way too much metal to just leave it hanging out at the bottom of your case. This was custom built to fit within the space of 3 peripheral bays. Sorry it does not sound like this is a good fit for you
455543
There is some room in the back but not much. I have a Pioneer Elite Receiver and I actually cut out the back plate completely behind the receiver to access its back panel conveniently. I did that on my other system as well and I can not imagine how I could access all the cords, speaker cables in any other way. This is only an issue for the receiver, the other components do not require that many cables.
1612374
No, the top is where the motherboards rear I/O is. I guess you COULD cut out the mesh and route the cables through the cut out you make but then you're just making the inside of the case more cluttered with cables than it already is..
1564876
Yes, you can. What kind of case do you have? In most cases, you can set it in the rear panel, or you can place it on top.
660959
Yes. The panels are removed, so if you remove the center panels, two can be put together to make additional room.
1548004
Yes, there is a precise wire frame (stands) that surrounds the speaker, it can be removed. But a lot of energy is released from the back speaker, it would need to be put on a pad (softer surface).
2171537
Although I like the doors very much, (after looking) the predrilled holes for the hinges are on the inside. So, yes you could leave the doors off. It would look like a shelf unit.
1186655
Yes you can, you just need a small screw driver to get the panel in the back open.
1660955
There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf). FWIW, the rear break-off panel can probably be removed via the rear door without removing the shelves first. There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf).... » Read More There's a break-off panel in the far back that is intended for cables. I used pliers to snap off the tiny posts that held it in place, but you can also use a flathead screwdriver and simply pry it off as the other poster suggested. There are also five panels attached with one screw on each side (2 for each panel) that allows you to open up a much bigger area (good if you need a lot of ventilation). These screws unscrew from the *inside* of the rack. In order to access these, you will need to remove the lower shelves and blind panels if they are still installed. (4 screws per panel/shelf). FWIW, the rear break-off panel can probably be removed via the rear door without removing the shelves first. « Show Less
1093692
You can but I will not advice it. The desktop has air vents at the top portion which provides cooling in the unit. If you place it on the side, you limit cooling the desktop because you will hinder air circulation.
269594
There is a frame member that comes up the back of the desk unit, then curves out toward the front of the desk. The shelf on top can be left off but the 2 frame pieces will be very visible and may cause a hazardous condition. Personally, I would not leave the top shelf off for safety reasons, if nothing else.
1938230
Yes you could leave it off, and the bottom short leg parts. But it would be unstable
422164
On my case the mother board back was exposed so it was easy to put on the backplate. So if you might need to take the board out if you don't have access to the back of it.
1333296
Yes you can. I had a very hard time getting the back panel off. I was afraid of cracking it. I ended up taking the computer to a local shop and had them do the upgrade. Overall this is a great computer for the money.
1375859
You would need to leave at least two inches of space on the left, right, and if possible the top. Also you need to leave at least four inches in the rear. Trim work will negate the spacing so it is not recommended. The goal is to passively get the heat from behind the unit and out of the cabinet.