VPN: CW02B-MXRSILVERSTONE Black Aluminum Crown Series CW02B-MXR ATX Media Center / HTPC Case - Retail
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 Rating: Review Date: 02/01/08 |
SILVERSTONE Black Aluminum Crown Series CW02B-MXR ATX Media Center / HTPC Case - Retail
Cons:Be careful which power supply you use.
Pros:Aesthetics are beautiful (no branding)Lots of room for upgradingCan install large cpu coolersCan house large graphics cardsFront LCD and remote work very wellSlow sliding front panels for card reader and optical drive |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/18/08 |
SILVERSTONE Black Aluminum Crown Series CW02B-MXR ATX Media Center / HTPC Case - Retail
Cons:heatsink side vent should be located slightly forward of the cpu to allow better airflow through the area and out the back of the case; built in retainers for easily removed fan filters would be nice too
Pros:sophisticated styling; sufficient room for large video cards multiple harddrives, large heatsinks and fans, cable storage and adequate ventilation Comment:
This case is not cheap: it's pricey but you get a box that will possibly look more like a piece of sterio equipment than your sterio equipment; its front display is adequate to display various available options for the remote control and more; and its solid thick construction of all aluminum easily opening front panels, well fitted optical drive cover and button and large solid function and volume dials. those of you looking for sleek look elsewhere as this big boy is built to handle large video cards and multiple harddrives so that it can be your all purpose machine for gaming, home theatre and surfing. If only it was available for less money! |
I got this case about a week ago and it's easily the best looking case ive ever seen. Installing all the parts was very easy however you should plan your build according to the sizes of your parts. I had to install the 92mm intake fans on the bottom first, then put the drives into the cages, then the power supply, and then motherboard (P5N-T deluxe) last. I have a Zalman 850 watt PSU in there and there is VERY little room between the PSU and the drives so using the modular cables will be next to impossible.Everything else went in just fine. The system is very quiet and stays around 33 degrees on the mobo and 34 for the cpu. Anyone looking to build a high-end HTPC should not overlook this case. My only regret would be getting a tri-sli board because there is a very slim chance of getting 3 8800 gtx/ultras in there, even 2 would be difficult.The iMON software/remote are incredibly easy to set up and work brilliantly. You can program whatever you want to scroll across the front LCD from news and sports to system information and more!Overall a great case, looks amazing paired with a nice audio receiver and a big flat panelSafe to say I will never need to buy a case again. Thrilled with this purchase