Introduction: Computer Case Shelf
In this instructable I'm going explain how create handy shelf from a dead computer tower.
Step 1: Materials
2 wall plugs
2 1 inch Phillips screws
Phillips screwdriver
Power drill
1/4 Masonry drill bit (cuts through metal)
Computer case
Step 2: Gut the Computer
Just because the computer is dead does mean all the parts are.
Remove Drives, Motherboard, Fans, Switches, LEDS or any other Addons.
Save components that can be used again for another computer or a micro-controller project.
Step 3: Make the Holes, Plug and Mount
Drill the holes on the computer case. Make an 8 inch gap between the two holes.
Poke the holes on the area of wall where you want to mount the Shelf.
Use the wall-plugs, then Screw.

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13 Comments
9 years ago on Introduction
Great work, I made from two AT cabinet and one wood board.
11 years ago on Step 2
i want the mobo lol
12 years ago on Introduction
imagine a house wiht all the furniture made from computr parts!
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
I saw a couch made from a bunch of old Apple //'s
12 years ago on Introduction
I like the idea---now to stack several together.......
12 years ago on Introduction
This gives me an idea. Thanks, nice 'ible.
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
your welcome
12 years ago on Introduction
You really want to mess with somebody, put a hamster running on his wheel inside then use Ideanator's cover & hinge idea. When someone asks about your computer tell em its rodent-core and pop her open! Stick it by a monitor hooked up to a regular comp for better surprise.
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
very funny, i like it!!
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
Haha! Thats one way to keep people on their toes.
12 years ago on Introduction
And as an added bonus, it has a cover too! (maybe throw a hinge set and some magnets on there too? it just a thought)
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
Also this is a pretty inventive use of a computer tower case, I like it!
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
Thanks! To be honest it was just a quick hack.