Friday, April 15, 2011

CM Storm Enforcer Review : Introduction

Cooler Master has been on a streak with their popular and acclaimed Storm Series cases, and while their budget-oriented cases haven’t garnered as much attention, there is a very large number of users who may dream of owning, say, an HAF-X, for example, but simply cannot afford one. So Cooler Master is also offering claims for style, function, and value in their entry-level lineup. And today we’re looking at their Storm Enforcer, a feature-laden mid-tower case that looks promising.


Features

  • Front I / O Panel with USB 3.0 (internal)

  • Tool - free for 5.25” device

  • Dust Filters on bottom and front intakes

  • Cable management for better cable routing

  • Reinforced front door protects your vital devices

  • Supports rear internal 120mm water cooling radiator

  • Removable & Rotatable HDD cage for convenient installation

  • Support high-end graphics cards including ATI Radeon HD 5970

  • Storm Guard - security system for safeguarding your gaming peripherals


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Model NumberSGC-1000-KWN1
Available ColorBlack
MaterialSteel body, ABS plastic, Mesh bezel
Dimensions(W) 229 x (H) 484.5 x (D) 523.5 mm
(W) 9.0 x (H) 19.0 x (D) 20.6 inch
Net Weight8.9 KG / 19.5 lb
M/B TypeMicro-ATX, ATX
5.25" Drive Bay4 Exposed (one could be converted to 3.5” bay)
3.5" Drive Bay1 Exposed (converted to 5.25” bay) / 6 Hidden
2.5” Drive Bay4 Hidden (two converted from 3.5” bay)
Cooling SystemFront: 200mm Red LED fan x 1, 1000 RPM, 19 dBA
Rear: 120mm black fan x 1, 1200 RPM, 17 dBA
Top: 200 mm black fan x 1 (optional ; can be swapped for two 120mm fans)
Expansion Slots7 + 1
I/O PanelUSB3.0 x 2 (internal), USB2.0 x 2, Mic x 1, Audio x 1
Power SupplyStandard ATX PS2 / EPS 12V (Optional)
Maximum CompatibilityCPU cooler height: 175mm
VGA card length: 270mm (with HDD cage) or 390mm (without HDD cage)

This new chassis has a few surprises harbored in it, like the fact it will allow for the parallel rotation of the hard drive bays, offering better cooling with a front 200mm fan, rear 120mm exhaust fan and the ability to install up to two top fans or house an internal 240mm radiator.

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