Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Grab the files and build this mod yourself: printables.com/model/1246939-fractal-design-ridge-lcd-case-mod

And don't forget to pick up a Pint Glass or Coffee Tumbler from https://craftcomputing.store and help support the channel!

Earlier this month, I built a new LAN rig inside the Fractal Design Ridge. This ITX case is insanely good looking, but I think I can make it look even better... so I added a Craft Computing logo.

Oh, and a slapped an 8.8-inch LCD on the front of it as well.

But first... What am I drinking???

Hop Valley (Bend, OR) Bubble Stash IPA

Parts from today's build

The 8.8-inch LCD is available on Amazon or AliExpress
amzn.to/4iM63V3
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okTZrqN

Rainmeter: rainmeter.net
Rainformer 3.1 HWi Edition: deviantart.com/pul53dr1v3r/art/Rainformer-3-1-HWiNFO-Edition-Rainmeter-789616481

NOTE: You will need HWiNFO64 Pro to enable Memory Sharing full time. The free edition only allows 12-Hours at a time before manually re-enabling. Other widgets may use other software for stats. YMMV.

Minisforum BD790i Motherboard w/ Ryzen 7945HX 16-Core: amzn.to/43sRhO3
Patriot 2x32GB DDR5-5600 SoDIMM Memory: amzn.to/3XCKpKn
Fractal Design Ridge ITX Case: amzn.to/41NxBDs
Nvidia RTX 5090 Founder's Edition: amzn.to/41wtOsP
Cooler Master V1100 SFX Platinum Power Supply: amzn.to/4jzqEN5
*NOTE - This supply includes a Right-Angle 12VHPWR, and will need to be replaced for the RTX 5090 Founder's Edition GPU*
Fasgear 16-Pin 12VHPWR 70CM Replacement 600W Cable: amzn.to/4gcKfju

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