Gigabyte unveils two aluminum chassis

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: January 3, 2006 - 8:38 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Products/chassis/Products_List.aspx?Chassis... Gigabyte has unveiled two new chassis series with aluminum bezel design and internal compact wiring. The middle tower Triton sports 12 cm front and back silent fans (1,000 rpm) and adjustable ventilation hood. The Poseidon (below) adds stylish front side light beam projector and changeable side panel. Both support water cooling systems, offer tool-less design and are available in two colors: black and silver. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Sunbeam releases screws with leds

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 18, 2005 - 7:55 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.sunbeamtech.com/PRODUCTS/LED%20screw.htm PC mod specialist Sunbeam has released a line of fan fixing screws with built-in leds. Installation consists of passing the wires through the holes on the fan and plugging the 2-pin connectors to the wire harness of the power wire. The screws, which sport chrome anodized finish, are available with red, blue and green leds. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Gigabyte unveils 3D Aurora chassis

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: June 17, 2005 - 11:41 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Products/chassis/Products_List.aspx?Chassis... Gigabyte has announced its first stand alone chassis, the 3D AURORA, promising easy accessibility and almost tool-free component installation. It includes up to five 5.25” and seven 3.25” bays with slide in slots. The case uses three 120 mm case fans: one at the front panel to suck air inside and two at the back to expel warm air. There is also support for liquid cooling systems. The body of the chassis is manufactured with 1 mm thick aluminum sheet metal with a nickel-plated back panel to reinforce rigidity. Two locks are located at the front and side panels. An additional feature that will attract case modders is the light beam that can be customized to project any image of choice. The 3D aurora will be available in early July. Pricing is yet unknown. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Antec introduces Titan 550 server case

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: May 5, 2005 - 8:44 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.antec.com/us/productDetails.php?ProdID=91550 Antec has launched the Titan 550, an expansive PC case designed for single and dual CPU servers and workstations. It features a 270-degree double-hinged door for easy installation and front accessible hard disk drives. The case has room to house Extended ATX motherboards and 10 drive bays (four external and six internal) as well as seven expansion slots. The Titan 550 sports a 550 W TruePower 2.0 power supply with ATX12V v2.01 compliance and EPS12V compatibility. Other features include an ultra-quiet cooling system comprised of a single rear 120 mm fan with a TriCool 3-speed switch and two optional 92 mm case fan mounts. Estimated street price is USD 229.95. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Meshx panels and fanguards from AC Ryan

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: April 27, 2005 - 8:29 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.acryan.com/_meshx/index.shtml AC Ryan has launched a series of stainless steel panels and fanguards called Meshx for modding PC cases. The MeshxPanels measure 500x500 mm and offer a variety of possible uses – from small strips to whole side windows. The 0.8 mm thick Meshx FanGuards are sold in 80 mm, 92 mm and 120 mm formats. Both products are available in silver and black. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Antec launches Performance TX line

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: April 5, 2005 - 5:51 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.antec.com/us/pro_en_perfTX.php Antec has extended its Performance Series of PC cases with a new line called Performance TX. Products feature an advanced cooling system with 120 mm TriCool fans and are said to meet Intel’s Thermally Advantaged Chassis (TAC) design guide. Performance TX is available in four models including mini tower and SOHO file server. The cases also include a side panel vent for cooling the VGA card, a Chassis Air Guide with an optional 92 mm intake fan and mounts for two optional front 80 mm fans. They come with SmartPower 2.0 or TruePower 2.0 power supplies (ATX12V v2.0). Model 1050B (picture) includes a SmartPower 2.0 500 W power supply sporting an advanced cable management system. Prices range from $109 to $179. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

New ThermalRock Eclipse Case

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 23, 2005 - 4:25 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.thermalrock.com/chassis/eclipse/menu.htm ThermalRock has just released their new Eclipse case series. 100% made of anodized aluminium, it is available in two colors, black or silver, with optional transparent side window. Its front layout is really cool with blue LEDs. On the front of the door is an exchangeable CD storage. Its chassis accommodates eleven drive bays with tool-free sliders for the 5.25" drive bays, 3.5" slide-in cage for quick and easy installation and screw-less interface card slots. Located on the side panel are easy access to USB 2.0 ports, Firewire, and audio jacks. It also comes with two 120 mm low noise fans, but it doesn't come with a power supply. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Extreme PC Garage

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 22, 2005 - 4:39 AM PST Category: Case More Info: Video card manufacturer XFX will lauch in this summer a show called Extreme PC Garage. On each episode they will select one person and turn his or her computer into a an extreme PC, modding it to high performance, installing new accessories, new hardware and modding the case. Just follow the link to submit your application to have a chance to be drawn. XFX will pay all expenses including a round trip to Los Angeles, California, and hotel accomodations. Two participants will be selected by Extreme PC Garage producer in collaboration with XFX executives once every three months. There will be four total “casting calls” during the period from March, 2005 to March, 2006. every quarter. The first two participants will be selected on or about April 29, 2005 from all entries received through April 25, 2005 at 11:59 p.m. P.S.T. The participants that were selected will be announced on May 9, 2005. Don't miss this! Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Thermaltake New Armor Case

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 9, 2005 - 11:44 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.thermaltake.com/xaserCase/armor/armormenu.htm Thermaltake has just released their new case series, called Armor. Available in two colors, black and silver, it has a side panel window and can hold both ATX and BTX motherboards. One of the main features of this new series is the ability to use standard cooling, water cooling or even passive cooling without having to change anything in the case, like drilling holes. The front panel buttons are relocatable and the slots for peripheral boards don't use screws, making it very easy to install new boards in your computer. You can open the case easily without using a screwdriver, since this case uses thumb screws. These are just some of the features of the new Armor series. You just follow the link and see the full product specs. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS releases VENTO gaming chassis

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: January 28, 2005 - 9:24 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.asus.com/products4.aspx?modelmenu=1&model=379&l1=7&l2=37&l3=0 The VENTO 3600 is a new chassis from ASUS that promises to deliver practicality and a full range of features to gaming users. Available in green, red and blue, with UV paint coating, the case sports a “magic mask” front panel that swings slowly upwards when pressed. The ATX Mid Tower chassis supports a 8 cm fan at the front and a 12 cm one at the rear. A knob at the side grants easy access to the inside parts. Full specifications are as follows: Dimension w/bezel: 12.1x20.7x24.6 in. (307x525x625 mm) Chassis material: 0.8 mm SECC MB form factor: standard ATX 4x 5.25" ext. bays 1x 3.5" ext. bay 3x 3.5" int. bays Front fan: 80 mm Rear fan: 120 mm Side venting hole with air duct 6x PCI expansion slots 1x AGP slot Weight: 24.5 lbs. (11.1 kg) Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top