2003 Winter Case Review Part 2: The ATX Avalanche
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Page 1:Introduction
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Page 2:Bezel, Bezel... Match My Case!
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Page 3:Bezel, Bezel... Match My Case!, Continued
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Page 4:The Review Process
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Page 5:Antec: Performance One Series P160
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Page 6:Antec: Performance One Series P160, Continued
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Page 7:Antec: Performance One Series P160, Continued
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Page 8:Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE
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Page 9:Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE, Continued
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Page 10:Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE, Continued
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Page 11:AOpen A600 Series: A600B
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Page 12:AOpen A600 Series: A600B, Continued
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Page 13:AOpen A600 Series: A600B, Continued
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Page 14:Aspire: X-Alien
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Page 15:Aspire: X-Alien, Continued
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Page 16:Aspire: X-Alien, Continued
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Page 17:Aspire: X-Dreamer II
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Page 18:Aspire: X-Dreamer II, Continued
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Page 19:Aspire: X-Dreamer II, Continued
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Page 20:Athenatech: 400 Series
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Page 21:Athenatech: 400 Series, Continued
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Page 22:Athenatech: 400 Series, Continued
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Page 23:Athenatech: 7800 Series
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Page 24:Athenatech: 7800 Series, Continued
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Page 25:Athenatech: 7800 Series, Continued
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Page 26:BeanTech: BT85
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Page 27:BeanTech: BT85, Continued
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Page 28:BeanTech: BT85, Continued
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Page 29:BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12
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Page 30:BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12, Continued
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Page 31:BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12, Continued
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Page 32:Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021
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Page 33:Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
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Page 34:Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
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Page 35:Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
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Page 36:Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT
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Page 37:Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
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Page 38:Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
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Page 39:Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
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Page 40:Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK
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Page 41:Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
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Page 42:Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
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Page 43:Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
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Page 44:Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B
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Page 45:Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B, Continued
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Page 46:Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B, Continued
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Page 47:Fong Kai FK-333ATX
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Page 48:Fong Kai FK-333ATX, Continued
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Page 49:Fong Kai FK-333ATX, Continued
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Page 50:Inwin IW-S564G-ATX
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Page 51:Inwin IW-S564G-ATX, Continued
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Page 52:Inwin IW-S564G-ATX, Continued
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Page 53:Inwin X Series IW-X710
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Page 54:Inwin X Series IW-X710, Continued
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Page 55:Inwin X Series IW-X710, Continued
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Page 56:Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011
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Page 57:Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011, Continued
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Page 58:Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011, Continued
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Page 59:Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB
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Page 60:Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB, Continued
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Page 61:Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB, Continued
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Page 62:Lian Li PC-6077
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Page 63:Lian Li PC-6077, Continued
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Page 64:Lian Li PC-6077, Continued
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Page 65:SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01
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Page 66:SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
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Page 67:SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
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Page 68:SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
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Page 69:Superpower Superb Series KC2301B
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Page 70:Superpower Superb Series KC2301B, Continued
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Page 71:Superpower Superb Series KC2301B, Continued
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Page 72:Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD
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Page 73:Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD, Continued
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Page 74:Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD, Continued
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Page 75:Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series
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Page 76:Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series, Continued
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Page 77:Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series, Continued
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Page 78:Conclusion: An Extraordinary Number Of High-Scoring Cases Makes Picking The Winners Difficult
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Page 79:Conclusion, Continued
Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011, Continued
A look at the front-mounted ports on the 2011. Where is the 1394/Firewire?
The 2011 features a front-mounted, flip-down door made of plastic that is quite sturdy when engaged. Once the door flips down, it exposes the two front-mounted USB 2.0 ports as well as the MIC and headphone jack. The 2011 definitely loses points for its lack of support for a 1394/Firewire connector. We still find it very peculiar that some manufacturers continue to ignore the need for this important connection.
The 2011 includes bezel covers for a single floppy and optical drive; no additional bezel covers are provided. This could present a problem if you have more than one optical device. The covers add to the overall attractiveness of the front bezel, which has an ever-so-slight curve in the front of the 5.25" drive bays. We are dismayed by the fact that Jeantech did not offer a second bezel cover for an additional optical drive. While the 2011 can be used without these bezel covers, it defeats the clean and smooth look of this case to not include them. Jeantech should consider throwing in an extra 5.25" cover in with the case packaging. There were no assembly instructions to speak of, and the 2011 did not include a side panel window, which would have definitely sweetened its appeal. This is not a "deal breaker," however; Jeantech's Web site states that other versions of the 2011 exist that do offer a side panel window.
Overall, the 2011 is quite a good offering from the Jeantech team. Still, it has a few minor shortcomings that make this case far from perfect for every application. We were impressed with the overall function and quality for its price; however, its design is not quite as aggressive as some enthusiasts might prefer. However, the 2011 will find a home in many OEM and white-box style applications due to its quality construction and overall attractive look.
The 2011 is not a bad case for most applications, but those seeking a more forward or aggressive design can probably find something a bit more full featured for nearly the same price.
- Introduction
- Bezel, Bezel... Match My Case!
- Bezel, Bezel... Match My Case!, Continued
- The Review Process
- Antec: Performance One Series P160
- Antec: Performance One Series P160, Continued
- Antec: Performance One Series P160, Continued
- Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE
- Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE, Continued
- Antec Solution Series: SLK3700-BQE, Continued
- AOpen A600 Series: A600B
- AOpen A600 Series: A600B, Continued
- AOpen A600 Series: A600B, Continued
- Aspire: X-Alien
- Aspire: X-Alien, Continued
- Aspire: X-Alien, Continued
- Aspire: X-Dreamer II
- Aspire: X-Dreamer II, Continued
- Aspire: X-Dreamer II, Continued
- Athenatech: 400 Series
- Athenatech: 400 Series, Continued
- Athenatech: 400 Series, Continued
- Athenatech: 7800 Series
- Athenatech: 7800 Series, Continued
- Athenatech: 7800 Series, Continued
- BeanTech: BT85
- BeanTech: BT85, Continued
- BeanTech: BT85, Continued
- BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12
- BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12, Continued
- BeanTech Igloo Series: IGLOO 12, Continued
- Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021
- Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
- Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
- Casetek LAN PARTY Dreamer: CK1021, Continued
- Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT
- Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
- Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
- Cooler Master: ATC-201B-BXT, Continued
- Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK
- Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
- Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
- Cooler Master Wave Master: TAC-T01-EK, Continued
- Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B
- Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B, Continued
- Enermax CS-5171LBFS-B, Continued
- Fong Kai FK-333ATX
- Fong Kai FK-333ATX, Continued
- Fong Kai FK-333ATX, Continued
- Inwin IW-S564G-ATX
- Inwin IW-S564G-ATX, Continued
- Inwin IW-S564G-ATX, Continued
- Inwin X Series IW-X710
- Inwin X Series IW-X710, Continued
- Inwin X Series IW-X710, Continued
- Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011
- Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011, Continued
- Jeantech Butterfly Series 2011, Continued
- Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB
- Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB, Continued
- Jeantech Butterfly Series JN424SB, Continued
- Lian Li PC-6077
- Lian Li PC-6077, Continued
- Lian Li PC-6077, Continued
- SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01
- SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
- SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
- SilverStone Technology Lascala Series / SST-LC01, Continued
- Superpower Superb Series KC2301B
- Superpower Superb Series KC2301B, Continued
- Superpower Superb Series KC2301B, Continued
- Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD
- Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD, Continued
- Thermaltake Xaser III Lanfire Series: VM2000AD, Continued
- Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series
- Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series, Continued
- Thermaltake Xaser III VM3000A: Skull Series, Continued
- Conclusion: An Extraordinary Number Of High-Scoring Cases Makes Picking The Winners Difficult
- Conclusion, Continued