PSU Within A PSU: In Win Signature Series SIII-1065, Available Only With D-Frame 2 Limited Edition Chassis

In Win is well known for its innovative (And incredibly expensive) cases, but there is no doubt that they sport a unique design and looks. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, In Win created a case and PSU limited edition bundle (consisting of the D-Frame 2.0 and SIII-1065, respectively).

Although this bundle and especially the chassis aren't for everyone, there is no doubt that it is an eye-catching product. The D-Frame's structure reminds us of a motorcycle frame (eg, the ones used by Ducati motorcycles) and the overall design allows for a crystal clear view of the system's hardware, something that all modders will highly appreciate. There are two tempered glass side panels that are secured with several specially-designed thumbscrews. Like every high-end case, the D-Frame 2.0 has been designed to allow the effortless installation of water cooling parts and other specialized components.

The internal layout, according to In Win, is flexible enough to allow the multiple positioning of storage, fans, water cooling radiators and the rest of the relevant parts such as pumps and reservoirs. All provided brackets (four for storage, two for 120 mm fans, a 3-in-1 fan bracket for 360mm radiators) use captive screws for an easier assembly and secure fastening. The D-Frame 2.0 supports extra large E-ATX mainboards and CPU heatsinks up to 165 mm tall. It also features eight expansion slots. The maximum length for graphics cards is 415 mm. In addition, its front panel includes a USB 3.1 Type-C connector, along with three USB 3.0 ports and HD stereo audio jacks.

A special case like this one needs a special PSU, so In Win paired the D-Frame 2.0 with the SIII-1065 PSU, which doesn't have the dimensions that the ATX form factor requires. This PSU uses an aluminum chassis, and its sides are covered by tempered glass, so its internals are exposed to the world.

We don't know how well EMI noise is suppressed by the tempered glass sides, but the look is certainly attractive. The SIII-1065 offers high temperature-rated Japanese caps for increased reliability, and on the primary side, a full-bridge topology is used along with an LLC resonant converter for higher efficiency. Thanks to the unit's increased dimensions, a very large 165 mm fan is used, which is able to push lots of air at lower RPMs, so In Win claimed that this PSU has silent operation. The PSU also supports four selectable power modes, a rear 3 Amp USB port for the charging of mobile devices, and a fully modular cable design. 

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Header Cell - Column 0 D-Frame 2.0
ColorBlack/Gold Platinum
Case TypeFull Tower
MaterialReinforced Steel Tube, Aluminum, Tempered Glass
M/B Compatibility12" x 13" E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX
Expansion Slots8x PCIe
VGA CompatiblityCard length: 350-415 mm (depends on the mounting conf) VGA card height:173 mm (motherboard die surface to side panel)
CPU CompatiblityMax height: 165 mm (CPU die surface to side panel)
Front Ports1x USB 3.1 Type-C 3x USB 3.0 HD Audio
Internal Drive Bays4x 2.5"/3,5" multi-functional brackets
Thermal Solution Compatibility2x 120mm fan brackets1x 3-in-1 fan bracket (supports 3x 120mm fans)Supports 1x 360 mm radiator-Front: 90 mm maximum height including fan -Bottom: 65 mm maximum height including fan
Power SupplySignature Series: SIII-1065WDimensions (L x W x D): 210 x 180 x 96 mm Efficiency: 80 PLUs Platinum Protections: OCP / OVP / UVP / SCP / OTP / OPP Weight: 3.1 Kg (6.83 lb)
Dimensions548 mm (H) x 264 mm (W) x 726 mm (D)
Weight22.5 Kg (49.6 lb)
Warranty5 years

The price of the D-Frame 2.0 reaches a whopping $1,200. This case clearly isn't for the average user. You should keep in mind, though, that the price of the PSU is included, at least, so you won't have to spend extra on that.

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Signature Series SIII-1065 Power Specs
Rail3.3V5V12V112V212V35VSB-12VUSBExtra Power
Max. PowerAmps242425257560.35V12V
Watts1251000303.63A5.4A
Total Max. Power (W)1065

We mentioned above that the PSU features four power modes; to clarify, once the PSU shuts down, you have the option to keep its fan in operation indefinitely, or stop it after 180 seconds or 30 seconds. The last available mode is the normal one where the fan stops the moment the PSU shuts down. The fan is kept in operation with the PSU in standby because it's independent from the PSU's main circuits, with a voltage regulator module (VRM) that provides up to 65 W of power with 12 V output. The same VRM feeds power to the USB charger that equips this unit. So in essence, a smaller PSU with 65 W capacity is inside of the SIII-1065, which is why its overall capacity reaches 1,065 W. 

The SIII-1065 isn't sold alone--only in combination with the D-Frame 2.0 chassis. Even if you could obtain one, you would still need a custom-made chassis for it, because this PSU isn't compatible with the dimensions that the ATX form factor specifies.

Aris Mpitziopoulos
Contributing Editor

Aris Mpitziopoulos is a contributing editor at Tom's Hardware, covering PSUs.

  • Faux_Grey
    Dust filters anyone? :D
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  • Jeff Fx
    > The D-Frame's structure reminds us of a motorcycle frame

    It reminds me of a bicycle frame, but that isn't as cool, is it.

    >The price of the D-Frame 2.0 reaches a whopping $1,200. This case clearly isn't for the average user.

    With a look that appeals to children, and a $1,200 price tag, what is the expected market for this?
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  • zahoome
    18567161 said:
    > The D-Frame's structure reminds us of a motorcycle frame

    It reminds me of a bicycle frame, but that isn't as cool, is it.
    Reminds me of a rollcage, but I can definitely see the bicycle frame in there.

    18567161 said:
    With a look that appeals to children, and a $1,200 price tag, what is the expected market for this?
    Kids with rich parents? The ones that get Ferraris, Lamborghinis, etc for their 16th birthday?

    Anybody else notice the option to put a radiator at the bottom? That's perfect for shedding all the heat you've drawn from the CPU/GPU... and having it go right past the CPU/GPU.
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  • InvalidError
    18567161 said:
    > The D-Frame's structure reminds us of a motorcycle frame

    It reminds me of a bicycle frame, but that isn't as cool, is it.
    There isn't all that much between the two: modern motorcycle frames are basically two bicycle frames on steroids side by side to provide room for the engine and all related components with ties in-between for structural rigidity.
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  • anbello262
    I agree that it looks a lot like a Ducati. But the bottom does kind of look like a bicycle.
    And I really like its looks, to be honest.

    The only reason I wouldn't buy it (if I wanted to spend that money) is because of dust and fingerprints. I don't want to have to clean my PC every night to keep it looking nice.
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  • kyle382
    "...the overall design allows for a crystal clear view of the system's hardware, something that all modders will highly appreciate."

    rofl righhhtt. More likely created for the sole purpose of attracting attention to the InWin table at this years hardware conventions. I can't imagine they sell more than 20 of these.
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  • monsta
    Hope they make a polished chrome version of the D Frame
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  • photonboy
    "PSU within a PSU"?

    What does this mean?
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  • Virtual_Singularity
    I can't think of a case I'd want from them, but that's also true of (nearly) all available cases from other manufacturers as well. In Win must be doing something right, though, as they've found a high end niche in a very competitive market. They've met with some degree of success, or else they wouldn't be able to keep cranking out their mostly very pricey cases.

    The proprietary psu strategy would be risky for most case manufacturers, but then probably not many manufacturers are able to take the risks that In Win has of late, in general.
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  • norseman4
    18567402 said:
    Anybody else notice the option to put a radiator at the bottom? That's perfect for shedding all the heat you've drawn from the CPU/GPU... and having it go right past the CPU/GPU.

    Yeah, but that would only affect the non-water-cooled components which the apparent targets for this really would not have very many of. This PC (epeen) display case isn't for me, but the bottom radiator mount isn't that bad.
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