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Featuresgaminggaming
Form factorMidi TowerMidi Tower
Mountverticalvertical
Motherboard supportATXATX
PSU form factorATX (regular)ATX (regular)
Computer case
Dimensions (HxWxD)464x207x504 mm464x207x504 mm
Graphics card max lenght290 mm295 mm
Fan max height160 mm160 mm
Weight7 kg7 kg
Materialsteelsteel
Rubber feet
Lighting type
backlit fan /blue colour/
backlit fan /blue colour/
Side panelremovableremovable
Storage
PSU
PSU mountbottombottom
5.25" bays33
3.5" external bays11
3.5" bays55
Expansion slots77
Screwless
Cooling
Fans total42
Fans (back)1х120mm1х120mm
Fans (front)1х120/140mm1х120/140mm
Fans (top)2х120mm2х120mm
Fans (bottom)1х120/140mm1х120/140mm
Fan mounts total55
Dust filter++
Liquid cooling support
Connectors and functions
Placementon the fronton the front
Fan controler
USB 2.044
Audio (microphone/headphones)
More features
Front panellatticelattice
Side panel window+
More features
hidden wiring
CPU cooling mount window
hidden wiring
CPU cooling mount window
Color
Added to E-Catalogaugust 2011august 2011

Graphics card max lenght

The maximum length of a graphics card that can be installed in this case.

Modern mid-range and top-end video cards with high performance often differ in considerable length, which is why such a card can not fit into any case. So before collecting components, it is worth evaluating the length of the proposed graphics card and choosing a case in which it is guaranteed to fit. This forethought is useful anyway, but it's especially true if you're building a system that requires a powerful graphics adapter, such as a high-end gaming PC or 3D design workstation.

Fans total

The more fans provided in the design, other things being equal, the more intense the cooling will be and the more powerful (and, accordingly, “hot”) hardware can be placed in the case without the risk of overheating. For everyday tasks, a case with one, two or three factory fans is enough. At the same time, when comparing, it is worth considering not only the number, but also the performance characteristics of the fans (diameter, speed). Also note that there are cases without fans on the market with free space for fans, which allows, if necessary, to supplement the cooling system and improve its performance.

Fan controler

The ability to manually control the rotation speed of the fans installed in the case.

This function allows you to adjust the operation of the fans to the specific situation. For example, in cool weather with a light load, you can reduce the speed (or even turn off the fan altogether), reducing power consumption and noise level, and increase it when starting a demanding game. Also note that there are software tools that allow you to automatically adjust the speed of the fans; so that instead of manual control, this function can be entrusted to automation.

The fan control system is usually equipped with the most advanced case models.

Side panel window

The presence of a viewing window on the side panel of the case, allowing you to see the “filling” without opening the case. It gives the case a stylish appearance; in addition, it allows you to install a lighting system inside, which is appreciated by gamers compared to case models without a window.

The materials for manufacturing the windows on the side panel are:

- Acrylic. Acrylic or plexiglass is an inexpensive material of relatively light weight, which, however, actively collects scratches and can be deformed when exposed to high temperatures.

- Strained glass. Tempered glass panels have excellent transparency, are resistant to scratches and are easy to clean from dirt. At the same time, they weigh a lot and can break to pieces if not handled carefully.

- Metal grid. Wire mesh is a simple type of window material used on the side panel of a cabinet. It allows air to pass through and provides additional heat removal from the internal components of the system unit; dust can leak through the mesh overnight.
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