Corsair is going to release a new mid-tower series of computer cases, named Carbide, with two models. The 400R is scheduled to arrive on the market on 08/31/2011 at USD 100, and the 500R is scheduled to arrive on the market on 09/30/2011. They have features not usually found on mid-tower cases such as eight expansion slots. Let’s see if the 400R will be a good buy.

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Figure 1: Corsair Carbide Series 400R case

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Figure 2: Corsair Carbide Series 400R case

The left panel of the 400R has a mesh supporting two 120 mm or 140 mm fans.

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Figure 3: Left-side panel