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Date 2007-01-09
Provider: Coolermaster
Author: Niko Lupala
Editor: Amber Lupala
Coolermaster Itower 930 case
Coolermaster have made themselves known on the case market for their Stackar cases, they do of ocourse make other cases and today we will take a look at one of those.
We got a sample of their Itower 930 which is a midi tower case made out of steel, yes you read it right steel, not aluminum as most cases are today. The main problem with a steel casing is the weight, but on the other hand you get rid of that rattling sound from an aluminum case.
The main question still remains though how well does a steel case work with todays components? Will it overheat? Is this really a case that consumers would like?
About Coolermaster:
Quoted from Coolermaster.com
"Cooler Master Retail Product Business Unit was founded with the mission to create enjoyment to customers while they build their dream machines.
We Innovate:Innovation lies in the heart of our business model to develop better performance and quality products.
We Care: We believe that technology is to enrich, not to complicate our lives.Therefore, we integrate human interactive function, which allows customers to better understand and control their systems easily.
We Design: Nowadays, product features and specifications are not the only considering factors when customers make the purchasing decisions.
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We develop the products to touch your heart, to catch your eyes, to characterize your personality, and mostly, to be part of your life.
We Play: Cooler Master products facilitate the perfect creative environment for customers to unleash their imagination by originating their own styles while enjoying the process of being the innovator.
Since its founding in 2001, RP BU has striven to provide innovative computer components."
Specifications:
Available Color Silver
Dimension L470 x W215.5 x H429.8 mm
Weight 16 kg
M/B Type Micro-ATX, ATX and CEB ( 12" x 10.5")
5.25" Drive Bay 6 (Exposed)
3.5" Drive Bay 4 (Exposed) (Hot Swappable) SATA
Material Body : SECC.ST 0.8
Bezel : Aluminum + ABS
Expansion Slot 7
Front I/O Panel USB 2.0 x 4, MIC x 1, SPK x 1, IEEE 1394 x 1
Cooling System One 92mm HDD fan, 1500rpm, 19dBA(intake)
One 120x120x25mm rear fan(exhaust), 1200rpm, 22dBA
Independent & adjustable air duct
Power Supply PS2 / EPS 12 V Compatible or Mini-redundant(optional)
Features:
-The front hot swap module allows replacement without powering down the server or opening the PC.
-Overall fixed tool-free design to avoid misplacement.
-Unmatched Upgradability(Up to 12" x 10.5" CEB server board compatible)
-Superior Thermal Solution(adjustable elastic air duct design)
-Durable 0.8mm cold rolled steel construction
-Key lock and intrusion switch design
The product:
Please click on thumbnails to get bigger pictures
The case comes packed in a standard box from Coolermaster, with their logo in the top left corner and a picture of the product on the right. Inside you will find the black and silver case which is the size of a normal miditower case. Was it heavy since it's steel you might ask yourself. Yes of course it's heavier than aluminum but I don't think it would be to heavy at all to pack around to LAN parties for example.
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Please click on thumbnails to get bigger pictures
The case itself is made out of 0.8mm thick steel painted in black while the front is made out of aluminum. The side is equipped with ventilation holes to ventilate the hot air out of the case.
As we can see on the right picture this case has no power supply so add on the price for a PSU on to your calculations if you buy this case. In the back you can mount a 120 mm fan to suck out the hot air out of the case.
Please click on thumbnails to get bigger pictures
The front of the case is shaped like a wave, this is apparently the "in" thing right now as I see this design from many different manufacturers. The grill on the front is right in front of the SATA swap units so fresh air can get to them. We also see that they have placed some extra ports in the front for your convenience so you don't have to strecth back behind the case.
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Look on the inside >>>>> Page 2
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