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#1: Time for a new case Author: UFANS,

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2011 2:35 pm
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I have had my current case for about 8 years, its a Antec full server case, works fine but really limited on fans (only 80mm) and no cable management. I need your help deciding on my next case. I have narrowed it down to two cases.

Antec Dark Fleet DF-85

or

Cooler Master Haf X 942

#2: Re: Time for a new case Author: Silent_Wolf, Location: Loveland, Colorado

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2011 2:48 pm
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I have always been a big fan of Cool master. I have the cool master you are looking at for my home server and I love it. Tons of fan room and the chassis is set to accept liquid cooling. If my vote counts I would go for the cool master.

#3: Re: Time for a new case Author: Braxis, Location: Connecticut, USA

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2011 3:02 pm
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those are both pretty sweet looking cases, If I was doing the choosing, I'd pick the coolmaster, Because I like the larger fans (tend to be quieter) and also I prefer a case with an understated, clean look.

Also, you may want to check out Lian Li cases, I'm in love with them, particularly their tool-less attachment systems.

#4: Re: Time for a new case Author: NightWolf, Location: New Jersey

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2011 3:41 pm
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While Antec does have a good product line, I'd go with the Cooler Master...

I have the HAF 932 full tower case and things run incredibly cool...might even want to look into that and save a few $$$...

#5: Re: Time for a new case Author: UFANS,

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2011 5:09 pm
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Thanks guys, I went with the 942, got it free shipping and a $10 rebate with no tax. Happy camper Very Happy

#6: Re: Time for a new case Author: Moosehead,

Posted: Wed Mar 23, 2011 2:10 pm
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Have you checked out any AZZA cases?
They make some nice ones.
I have the Helios and it is a nice case. Plenty of cooling.
Also - AZZA donates 50% of its net profit to World Vision to help the children who are in need of help with food, nutrition and education

The hurrican 2000 looks real nice.
Azza Hurricane

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#7: Re: Time for a new case Author: UFANS,

Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 4:08 pm
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All I can say is this Haf X is GREAT!! Old case my GPU's was running at 45C idle, now it runs 28C idle and never gets up to 45C. Plenty enough room, I think you might be able to park a VW bug in it. Have a good 4-5" of room behind the GPU's. The cable management is great allowing better air flow. Was thinking about water cooling but I dont think it going to be necessary.

Asus M4A89TD Pro/USB3 System temp 21C
AMD 1090T @3.7 (just turbo enabled) w/Zalman 9500 Led cooler 28C
8gb g skill ripjaw
Gigabyte 5850 and Asus 5850 Crossfire Gig=28C and Asus=31C (asus card is OC to 765 to match the Gig card)
Cooler Master 1000w PSU

#8: Re: Time for a new case Author: HeHawKilLer, Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta

Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 5:32 pm
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Take a look at the Antec 1200...but like Braxis said...Lian Lai cases are awsome.

#9: Re: Time for a new case Author: Nubsauce,

Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 6:58 pm
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http://www.frys.com/product/6348461?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

This is the Case I use, No pretty Picture window, but lots of room and pre drilles and grometed for external cooling if you like Smile

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