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Case Basics & Recommendations

Wed, 12 Mar 2003 11:49:36 +0000

Our reference article about cool & quiet computer cases, completely revamped in April 2010, with new content as well as updated recommendations. For those eager to peruse the recommended list immediately, they are on page five. Latest update Feb 11, 2011.

Tiché PC HDD Vibration Killer

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 03:26:23 +0000

The Tiché PC HDD Vibration Killer is an aftermarket internal hard drive suspension system that is simple but effective and cost efficient.

Cooler Master Silencio 450: Silence on a Budget?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:20:17 +0000

The Cooler Master Silencio 450 is essentially a cut-down version of the successful Silencio 550, targeted at those seeking quiet operation on a shoestring budget.

Cooler Master Cosmos II: Ultra Tower Case

Tue, 3 Jan 2012 12:20:57 +0000

The Cooler Master Cosmos II is marketed as an ultra high-end, extremely well-built case with an almost complete feature-set designed to house the best and most of everything a PC enthusiast would desire. For US$349, it better.

Raidmax Viper: A Modern Budget Tower

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:20:14 +0000

Despite being a budget tower, the Raidmax Viper has all the modern trappings one would expect in a more expensive product. On paper it looks like a great value, but in reality its ambition hampers both performance and functionality.

Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Tower

Tue, 6 Dec 2011 00:20:02 +0000

The Fractal Design Define Mini is a smaller version of the popular Define R3. It might just be the answer to those looking for a solid microATX tower with all the trappings and conveniences of a modern ATX case.

Antec P280: Performance One Refresh

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:20:19 +0000

The P280 is a new variant of the Antec Performance One series of ATX towers. The overhauled design features USB 3.0, better ventilation, improved fans, the removal of the power supply compartment, and a host of other changes to make it competitive with modern enthusiast cases.

Viako Mini Letter ML-80 H61 Sandy Bridge Barebones PC

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:20:28 +0000

The Mini Letter ML-80 is a slightly larger mini-ITX case than the previous Viako model we reviewed, and the H61 variant integrates a more powerful Sandy Bridge board, with the same front display, remote, and software.

Antec Solo II: The Legacy Lives On

Fri, 9 Sep 2011 00:20:18 +0000

The Solo II is the long anticipated update to the Antec Solo. Are the updates of USB 3.0, long graphics card support, a top panel power supply vent, removable cross-bar, and a new TrueQuiet 120 fan enough to bring a 6-year design to modern silent PC standards?

SilverStone Temjin TJ08-E: MicroATX Evolved

Wed, 3 Aug 2011 00:20:17 +0000

The Temjin TJ08-E projects the look of a classic SilverStone microATX tower chassis. However, the exterior hides an upside down removable motherboard tray and a few other surprises that help make the most of this case's compact frame.

Cooler Master Silencio 550 Quiet ATX Tower

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:20:38 +0000

The Silencio 550 is Cooler Master's budget take on a classic silent case. It's a modestly sized sleek solid tower with a pair of low speed fans, full-size front door, acoustic foam on the side panels, and a handy hard drive docking bay.

In Win Dragon Rider Enthusiast/Gaming Tower

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:20:46 +0000

The Dragon Rider is a full-sized tower case from In Win designed for high powered systems. It's big, bold, and sports plenty of ventilation with fans on both side panels, including a 22 cm monster. How does it fare thermally and acoustically?

LanCool PC-K59 Midtower Case

Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:20:56 +0000

As LanCool is the budget arm of Lian Li, the PC-K59 midtower lacks the stylish all-aluminum construction and finish of its more expensive cousins. It still shares many popular Lian Li features, making it potentially a good value for those on a budget.

In Win BUC ATX Tower Case

Sun, 29 May 2011 12:20:22 +0000

The In Win BUC sports hot-swappable hard drives bays, almost tool-less assembly, plenty of cooling options, and USB 3.0 connectivity. With this eclectic feature list and a mere $100 price tag it might be too good to be true.

HDPLEX H3.SODD Fanless Mini-ITX HTPC Case

Fri, 20 May 2011 18:37:39 +0000

The new H3.SODD media case for mini-ITX from HDPLEX is a more compact version of the H10 we examined a couple of months ago. This low profile case with massive one-piece aluminum front panel exudes high end chic despite its modest price tag. Our sample also manages to be the very first completely silent commercial computer SPCR has encountered after nine years of continuous operation.