Since I decided to set up my home automation server on a Raspberry Pi, I needed a case to house it. I found this cool, high-tech-looking case for the Raspberry Pi 5 that resembles a mini gaming PC, complete with LED lights that would make it stand out like a Christmas tree! Unfortunately, it wasn’t in stock locally, so I ordered one from China with a two-week delivery time.
Not wanting to wait to get started, I grabbed a minimalistic acrylic case as a temporary solution just to hold my Pi securely until the real deal arrives.
Today, my NVMe board arrived, so I installed it into this basic case. To my surprise, it fit perfectly and looked surprisingly sleek! Layered between the acrylic plates, the setup gave off a simple, compact, and almost invisible vibe – exactly what a 24/7 mini server should look like. No flashing lights (other than the power LED), no clutter, just pure functionality…
…and that’s when it hit me: this clean, low-profile setup is perfect. But then I remembered the flashy case on its way!
So, I came up with a new plan (yet another project on the list!). I’ll get another Pi – they’re relatively affordable – and build a second mini computer, this time fully equipped with a screen and accessories to run a retro gaming OS like RetroPie. I can build it with my kids, making it a fun project where we can bond, play games, and dive into learning Python, Linux, and other cool Raspberry Pi software. Recently, I assembled a high-spec gaming PC with my 12-year-old son, and he loved the experience. Sharing my hobbies with him is always a rewarding experience.
With this setup ready to go, I’m moving forward with automation projects and consider my hardware is sorted (for now). I am still waiting for the NVMe enclosure to be delivered, so I’ll be flashing the SSD and switching from the SD card to kick off with fresh storage. Exciting times ahead!
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