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Published: Nov 07, 2009 Author: Ville Ilonen Editor: Amber Lupala Provider: Nexus Share this article:

Introduction & first look

Nexus is one of the leading manufacturers of computer power supplies and enclosures. Their products are combined with great quality with reasonable prices. Today we will have a look at their newest enclosure Nexus Edge, which is aimed for enthustiastic markets and highend users.

About Nexus:

Nexus Technology BV was established in 2000 by a group of experts on heat conductivity and noise reduction in the computer industry. The founders have build up an in depth knowledge and experience on heat conductivity issues and thermal characteristics by working closely with many of the large pc manufacturers for several years. The idea to have a full line of high quality computer components to improve the working environment by reducing noise levels brought the founders together. Continuously developing products to reduce noise levels and consequentially improve heat conductivity and airflow.

Our goal: Building a strong and reliable trademark for silent computing.

More information available at www.nexustek.nl

Specifications:

Motherboard size: ATX, Full ATX, Micro ATX, Full ATX
Padding: Noise absorption wave foam
PSU: Not included
Case fans: 3x 140mm | 1000RPM
Front ports: E-SATA, 2x USB 2.0, MIC and AUDIO
5.25" bay exposed: 8 tool less
3.5" bay exposed: 1 tool less
3.5"bay hidden: 9 tool less
Expansion slots: 7 tool less
Case size: 64,2 x23,9 x 57,6 (L x W xD)
Front cover: Aluminum + ABS
Chassis material:     SECC 1.0 t
Watercooling: 4 pipe holes for liquid cooling
Feet: Rubber adjustable feet

The product:

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The Nexus Edge arrived to us in full black cardboard box. The box has a picture of the case itself added with some specifications about it. One side of the package also shows more thorough specifications about the case including diameters and weight. The case itself is well covered with a plastic bag and packing foam.

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The first thing to look at is the exterior of the case. This case has removable sideplates on both sides. It's quite heavy  thanks to sideplates made from steel! The other sideplate is equiped with a security keyoperated locking mechanism to prevent anyone accessing your computers interiors without permission to do so. This is very handy for example in LAN parties. The front door of the case is made from aluminium. Like the sideplate, the door is also lockable. Worth mentioning though is that the front door and sideplate uses different keys.