CASE

[rustaub]

I need help finding a case that conforms to M/B Asus P8Z77-V LK , (ATX form) and Intel Core i5-2500 processor. The Case shouldl be sturdy, quiet, well build, with sufficient room for cables, minimum 7 slots, USB 2.0 & 3.0 headers and USB 3.0 in front panel.
Though I'm not agamer I want decent graphics.I wonder what others have thought of the Altec Sonata Solo 2 and CM Storm Enforcer ?
Corsaire CArbide 500 R was suggested but I'm leary of the criticisms in the NewEgg reviews.
( My prior post's emphasis on number of included USB ports was erroneus insofar as I did not know that one could just add USB ports via a PCI card as long as a USB2.0/3.0 was on the M/B).

 

[bigcyco1]

Here are some recommendations http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119225 or http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133191#top or http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146068 or http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021 or http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146085

 

[bigcyco1]

The one you mentioned is good this one http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119240&Tpk=CM%20Storm%20Enforcer#top

 

[pdxalex]

Corsaire CArbide 500 R was suggested but I'm leary of the criticisms in the NewEgg reviews.

Which of the critical comments concern you? I think pretty much every case in a reasonable price class will have its share of weaknesses. I recently migrated my last build from a HAF932 into a 500R case with no regrets. The only 'negatives' I can really think of are the somewhat flimsy drive-trays (when empty, that is) and it doesn't come with a motherboard speaker - which can easily be purchased separately.

If you look through the 1 and 2-star reviews, you'll see some ridiculous reasons for the low rating, like:
"I have to to give - 2 stars for the fact that it is not made in the USA"

Most other low reviews are due to rebate problems.

The Antec looks great too, but also has a number of 'cons' mentioned.

 

[airdeano]

i like my fractal arc midi. ive switched from a long use of the cooler master cm 690 NVidia. sleek, spacious (9.0"+wide), water cooling capable, large intake and exhaust mesh. many possibilities.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352007&Tpk=arc%20midi
http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=58475

airdeano

 

[rustaub]

Best answer selected by rustaub.

 

[abekl]

I have the CM Storm Enforcer and love it. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

I AGREE using mine right now , great case!

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

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