Product Description
bass-reflex (ported) cabinet design * video-shielded * 10" woofer * amplifier power: * 60 watts (rated at 28-200 Hz, 1% THD) *
Amazon.com Product Description
Feel the power of 100 amplified watts of pure bass. The Sony SA-W2500 Performance Line Subwoofer makes music come alive and elevates the movie-watching experience to theater-like levels. For cinematic effects, crank up the bass and let the 10" mica-reinforced cellular woofer and advanced bass reflex design do the rest.
Customer Reviews:
Great sub. Rating is because of shipment........2007-12-22
First, the subwoofer.
I have one of the Sony STG amplifiers which I purchased recently from CCity. This sub seems custom made for that amp, as it works flawlessly. To those that say the bass is "tinny", you're not configuring right or your source is off. If your source doesn't have much bass you're not going to get much thump. Also, it's a subwoofer; it's not supposed to be "clear sound". It's just the bass. Your other 5-7 speakers should be giving you the clear sound you desire. In other words don't expect this to be your only speaker. That's not how it works.
The best way to use this is to turn the dials on the sub to the max, then adjust your amplifier's sub volume to a comfortable level. Mine is at halfway and I get sufficient thump (I'm in an upstairs unit so I can't put it too deep). If you have HD service, it's the best way to test your new sub. Now, it's important to note that this sub supports both line-level (RCA plug) and speaker-level (speaker wire) inputs, however the line-level really is the better choice.
Lastly, the auto-power option is pointless; I recommend just disabling it, and plugging your subwoofer's power cable into the back of your amplifier. If you want security, your amplifier should then be plugged into a UPS surge protector with battery backup; that should ensure sufficient power to both. Plus it will make sure your sub is only on when you actually need it. The auto-power option will just get annoying, because it turns the sub off when it doesn't detect a certain level of bass; well obviously most broadcasts don't have eternal bass,, so it will "click" on whenever the bass kicks in, and it's just a bother.
So why is my rating so low? The way Amazon shipped it. They used FedEx Overnight...well, FedEx is a VERY poor shipper. They don't follow the rules. FedEx is supposed to require signatures for 2-Day or Next Day Air shipments, for security reasons. This box (which was just a regular box indicating a very expensive piece of equipment was inside) was just left at my front door, no signature. I didn't even know it was there until I got home from work and saw it there. It could have been stolen and I couldn't prove otherwise since there was no signature requirement. This complex has a policy for overnight couriers where they leave it at the front office and one of the staff signs for the package, that way I know it got received by an authorized person. Didn't happen. This same deal happens every single time Amazon uses FedEx. It bothers me they that they choose to use them. I'd rather have a one day delay with UPS.
Sounds more like 200 Watts!!!!.......2007-12-18
I've heard alot of subs, and for the price, this is one of my favorites!!!!!
Nice sound, great value........2007-12-17
My previous subwoofer was an unpowered one that was part of a HTIAB package. For the price, this powered subwoofer is a great bargain, and provides decent bass for the medium-sized room where it is. My only complaint is with the power-saver feature (which can be disabled). If the volume level is low (and thus the signal to the sub is low), the subwoofer tends to shut itself off automatically. It's certainly possible that at low levels, my Onkyo receiver doesn't put any low level signal out to the subwoofer, which would cause the sub to power off. The simple solution is to turn off the power-save feature, and manually power on and off the subwoofer, which is what I do now.
When used with a large screen TV.......2007-12-13
I have a Sony large screen HDTV and wanted to add base to the native speakers. In short the 100 watt subwoofer sounds great with actual HDTV programing, probably due to its digital audio feed; but it is anemic with regular programs. Wish I had considered the 150 watt unit instead. Then my wife could yell at me more often to turn the volume down.
A nice little Sub.......2007-12-09
Great for a Small room and Theater setup.Not Boomie like I expected,Smooth Sub for Talking volumes and a little Rock.Theater sounds fine. Remember this is not a 12" Speaker Its for theater Setups.
Product Description
Includes Rechargeable Battery - Battery Housing - Battery Charger to take your Canon printer on the road
Customer Reviews:
Portable Power.......2007-12-07
This battery pack makes the iP90v truely portable. The charge lasts a long time, and it is convenient not to have to plug it in. It is a "must have" accessory to complete the printer package. I highly recommend it.
Convenient accessory.......2007-06-14
I bought this battery for my Pixma iP90v portable printer. At first, I had a nagging hunch that I was just indulging my inner geek, but I was recently at a lease signing at a house with no electricity. This battery allowed me to use the iP90v to print off digital photos of damage left by previous tenants on the spot.
It didn't take very long to charge up fully, and installation is a very simple matter of plugging it into the back of the printer and then turning 2 screws to secure it in place. The printer's regular AC adapter then plugs into the battery afterwards.
Works great!.......2007-03-11
I charged up the LK-51B and then connected it to my i90 printer. Works as advertised. Love not having to worry about carry the AC/DC brick with printer and looking for outlets!
Awesome product that is a time saver.......2007-02-22
I previously had the Canon i80 portable printer with the portable battery pack. It was ok, only problem that I had is that the battery get wasted fast and it is bulky. When I found out that this new battery is lighter and last longer, I have no problem buying it. This had some me the hassle of needing to find a power outlet in class or at a Starbucks to print out some papers. Now I can easily just take out my printer, put some paper in and start printing.
Don't buy it from this company!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2006-09-02
I purchased this product from Amazon, as I trust Amazon. The product comes from ANTOnline, however, and this is not a company I will ever deal with again. It took me awhile to figure it out but the product was defective because one of the screws that hold the product on the printer was defective. The screw cannot be removed either. So I contacted Amazon and they refer me to ANTOnline. Their defective product policy is that you go to the manufacturer for replacement. Period! I contacted Canon and after 25 minutes off and on hold the bottom line is they don't replace printer accessories so they say go back to the merchant for replacement. By this time ANTOnline support is gone on vacation. So I'm stuck in a catch 22 and I need this battery for a trip overseas. The thing that makes me angriest is that all this takes about 2-3 hours of my time and I don't like waisting time on something this stupid. I advise you to purchase this from a more reputable company. It's not worth the frustration.
Product Description
ATLANTIC BLK WOOD CAB DVD/CD 280 CD
Customer Reviews:
QUALITY CONTROL ISSUES.......2007-12-26
Apparently, it's a hit or miss with this product. Unfortunately for me, the shelves were fine at the toppermost use and on the bottom shelve. Anything in between will not work. On my unit, the outside particle boards are both bowed. Consequently, the shelves will not hold unless you extend the dowels that keep the shelving in place. It's a hassle. I should have sent them back. Buyer be wary if purchasing this item. I am qurious on point of origin???
Not a good quality product.......2007-12-26
Shortly after purchasing, the screws in the top began to call out and the piece would collapse. Poor quality, will not buy another one again.
Be wary as your DVDs my come crashing down!.......2007-10-31
I bought this to store my extensive DVD collection on. Assembly is easy and fast, but there is a lack of support to prevent the shelving from swaying. The shelves are just supported by little metal screws that stick out, and because of the lack of support in the middle of the shelves, they just fall down. I did attempt to make custom modifications, but it was basically a loss at that point.
If you are capable of making adjustments and have time to trouble shoot faulty furniture, this is the perfect DVD storage unit.
A pile of junk.......2007-10-26
This was the only cd shelve that was for sale at the store where I bought it from so I had no options. After I assembled it, I noticed that the a few shelves would collapse because the structure was flimsy and not durable. As you can imagine every now and then I would sit in my room and the top shelve would collapse, which would have a domino effect, causing the other shelves to collapse. It was so cheap and unreliable that I pitched the whole thing away! This is garbage! Does not deserve any stars in my rating--I had to give it at least one star to submit my review.
You get what you pay for..........2007-10-10
I have three of these cabinets. They are made from cheap material, but work very well at holding cd's,movies,and even books. I have moved three times with my shelves, and they are still in good condition. Not the best product.. but they work well, are durable and are pretty cheap compared to other shelving units.
Product Description
Introducing the Antec Nine Hundred Ultimate Gamer case. Gaming hardware produces a lot of heat. That is why this case is built for maximum cool with a perforated front bezel, three 120mm fans with mounts for even more fans and a top-mounted 200mm fan. The versatile Nine Hundred is maximally customizable to fit your needs. The modular design lets you modify the placement of the front fans and hard drive cages. There's even a tray on top for your mp3 player or digital camera that you have lying around. Top mounted I/O ports for easy access Power supply mounts at the bottom of the case Fits micro and standard ATX Motherboard 7 Expansion Slots Top I/O - Power & reset button with blue LED, 2x USB 2.0, 1x IEEE 1394, Audio In and Out Advanced cooling system - 1 top 200mm TriCool fan with 3-speed switch control, 1 rear 120mm TriCool fan with 3-speed switch control, 2 front 120mm special black TriCool blue LED fans with 3-speed switch control to cool HDDs, 1 side (optional) 120mm fan to cool graphic cards, 1 middle (optional) 120mm fan to cool CPU or graphic cards 9 Drive Bays - External 3 x 5.25-inch, Internal 6 x 3.5-inch for hard Drive or External 6 x 5.25-inch, Internal 3 x 3.5-inch for Hard Drives or External 9 x 5.25-inch Dimensions - Length 19.4 x Width 8.1 x Height 18.4 inches (49.3x20.6x46.8cm)
Amazon.com Product Description
The Antec Nine Hundred Steel ATX Ultimate Gamer PC Case is the ultimate case for hardcore gamers. Built for maximum cool, this PC case features a perforated front bezel, three 120-millimeter fans with mounts for even more fans, and a monster top-mounted 200-millimeter fan.
The versatile Nine Hundred is maximally customizable to fit any gamer's needs. The modular design lets you modify the placement of the front fans and hard drive cages. There's even a tray on top for your MP3 player, digital camera, or gaming accessories.
To keep your system running cool, the Antec Nine Hundred has an advanced cooling system with one top 200-millimeter TriCool fan with three-speed switch control; one rear 120-millimeter TriCool fan with three-speed switch control; two front 120-millimeter special black TriCool blue LED fans with three-speed switch control to cool HDDs; two side (optional) 120-millimeter fans to cool graphic cards; and one middle (optional) 120-millimeter fan to cool CPU or graphic cards.
It also has two front-loaded HDD cages for up to six hard disk drives and top-mounted input-output ports for easy access. The Antec Nine Hundred has nine drive bays--three external 5.25-inch; six internal 3.5-inch for HDD, or six external 5.25-inch; three internal 3.5-inch for HDD, or nine external 5.25-inch. This case is designed to fit Micro ATX and standard ATX motherboards. The Antec Nine Hundred measures 19.4 by 8.1 by 18.4 inches (LxWxH).
Other features include:
- Perforated front bezel for maximum air intake
- Top inputs and outputs, including power and reset button, and two USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE 1394 (FireWire, i.Link) port, and an audio in/out port
- Window side panel with optional 120-millimeter fan mount
- Sleek, modular design with black finish
What's in the Box
PC tower case, set of screws and motherboard standoffs, and installation manual.
Customer Reviews:
Good Cooling Case.......2007-12-02
The case is large and has good room to drop in the motherboard. Build quailty is average but normal in this price range. Ventilation is very good. Instructons could be a lot better. The case does it's job and for the price is it an overclockers bargain. The only big negative is that it has difficult cable management.
Works perfectly.......2007-11-24
I've had this case for about 6 months with a 680SLi motherboard, 650 Watt PSU, 640MB 8800GTS, E6700, 500GB Samsung HD, and no problems whatsoever. It was easy to hook everything up, and there was plenty of space. The ports on the top are very handy and I love its geeky styling. The huge fans create lots of airflow and are pretty quiet. Actually, I think the loudest fan inside is the stock one that came with the CPU. Some day I'll replace that fan with a quieter one, but it runs cool enough with that one, so it's not urgent. Also, this case seems to be plenty big, but not overly gigantic. Buy one!
ULTIMATE GAMER'S CASE .......2007-11-11
With four case fans included (three 120's and a massive 200mm top fan) and a distinctive look incorporating a chevron side window and mesh front, the Nine Hundred brings a lot to the table in both performance and aesthetics. I like the drive bay design and while the interior is conventional in most respects, it's very well executed and relatively easy to work in. If you're a PC enthusiast that values cooling performance in a chassis, make sure to give Antec's new Nine Hundred chassis your attention. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Antec Nine Hundred ATX Mid-Tower Case.......2007-11-05
The case meets all my needs. There is plenty of space for any kind of CPU cooling solution. The plastic side panel allows me to see exactly what is going on inside the case and the blue fan LEDs make the case glow.
just right.......2007-10-29
Love it...just audio and mic don't go with my motherboard. But thats okay i figured out how to hook my stereo to my computer...and now have a splitter so at the same time i can have my headphones pluged in....and my headphones have an off button so they are not on all the time... overall satisfied... :)
Product Description
Atlantic is the pioneer in the home storage industry. Its comprehensive categories of products appeal to a broad range of consumers emphasizing quality, value and convenience. For over a decade, Atlantic has introduced fresh and innovative products the market yearns for and continues to strive to meet the demands of an ever-changing marketplace.
Customer Reviews:
Great value for the capacity........2007-12-27
This shelf is quite worth the price if you are looking for a high-volume storage solution on a budget. Don't expect the world's greatest shelving unit, and if you can afford a high-quality unit in the three to seven hundred dollar range, you should go with that. But if you are an individual who, such as myself, allocates most of your personal spending budget on multimedia, and need an affordable way to keep it all together, then do not hesitate on the Oskar shelf. I've owned one for my CDs for nearly a year now, and it's been such a useful setup that I recently purchased a second Oskar unit for my DVDs, as they've outgrown my older case.
Organized...........2007-12-12
Neat and clean looking cabinet....had to purchase another one for our collection....easily put together, has enough shelves and able to vary shelve placement.....glad we purchased these....
Multi Media storage cabinets.......2007-12-06
The storage units serve their purpose BUT for what we paid, the contruction isn't that good. we had to be real careful when we moved them they bowed in th middle. as long as they stay put they are ok and look nice.
Great storage for DVDs and/or CDs.......2007-11-01
I have bought three of these puppies, one for DVDs and two for CDs and they give you the maximum storage with the minimum space for a reasonable cost. Takes about 40 min to assemble.
Great Storage for DVD, CD, VHS, & Video Games.......2007-08-27
I own a slightly smaller version of this cabinet. We found it easy to assemble, sturdy, & of great quality. The shelves are all able to be individually placed at a variety of heights except for the on in the middle of the cabinet; this shelf & the verticle supports stabalize the cabiner. The cabinet is the perfect depth for CDs & DVDs as well as VHS tapes (including the ones in in the big plastic cases, like the Disney ones). While this look may not fit in with some decor, this cabinet is quite versitle & is a great storage solution, especially if you have several different types of media you want to store on one location.
Product Description
WD's My Book? Pro Edition II offers a triple interface dual-drive storage system offers formatted for Windows, with RAID mirroring for extra data protection or RAID striping for extraordinary capacity and performance. A three-year limited warranty, triple-interface and a powerful combination of features and performance make this system the storage solution of choice for creative professionals, workgroups, small offices and anyone looking for extra assurance that their data is safe. Triple interface provides flexibility and performance with connections for ultra-fast FireWire 800, as well as FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 EMC Retrospect Express Backup and System Recovery Software includes full system backup and recovery, easy scheduling, and encryption Capacity gauge shows how much space is available on your storage system Automatic power-up, Safe Shutdown, and LED activity lights Efficient convection cooling system and a thermostatically controlled fan 3-year limited warranty System Requirements - Available USB Port, either Mac OS X 10.3 or later or Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Customer Reviews:
Good product, shame about tech support.......2007-11-04
The drive installs and works really easily. However, I did have a technical issue with the drive and made the mistake of contacting their technical support. First by e-mail and it took over four days to get a response - not the two business days they claim. Then I contacted their support center and it was a waiste of time as the person didn't really have a clue. You need to insist on talking to a Senior Technician if you want help. Or you can search through their FAQ section on the web site. Overall though, the drive itself is very impressive.
Product Description
The Sonata III is whisper quiet when it comes to system noise while with the High Definition front audio ports make crystal clear sound. The front eSATA connector allows for simple data transfer. It's all powered by EarthWatts 500-Watt power supply unit (PSU) which is equipped with universal input and Active PFC. This PSU is also 80PLUS certified making it one of the most efficient PSU's available. The Sonata III is the perfect combination of style, silence and efficiency. Cooling System - 1 rear 120mm Tricool fan (standard) with 3-speed control to balance quiet with cooling & 1 front 120mm case fan slot for optional fan 9 Drive Bays - 3x 5.25-inch external drive bays, 2x 3.5-inch external drive bays & 4x 3.5-inch internal drive bays in individual trays with silicone grommets to absorb hard drive vibrations Dimensions - Height 16.7 x Depth 18.2 x Width 8.1-inches (42.5x46.3x20.6cm) Weight - 20.2 pounds, 9.1kg
Amazon.com Product Description
The Antec Sonata III 500 Super Mini Tower combines style, silence, and efficiency. The Sonata III is whisper quiet when it comes to system noise and the High Definition front audio ports ensure that music will be crystal clear. Use the convenient front eSATA connector for simple data transfer. It is all powered by the EarthWatts 500-watt power supply unit, which is equipped with universal input and Active PFC. This power supply unit is 80-plus certified, one of the most efficient available.
The Antec Sonata also features improved overall air intake for better and quieter cooling. To keep your systems running cool, it has one rear standard 120-millimeter TriCool fan with a three-speed control and one optional front 120-millimeter case fan. This case has a total of nine drive bays--three 5.25-inch external bays, two 3.5-inch external bays, and four 3.5-inch internal bays that are held in individual trays with silicone grommets to absorb hard-drive vibrations. The Antec Sonata is designed to fit motherboards up to standard ATX. It measures 16.7 by 18.2 by 8.1 inches (HxDxW) and weighs 20.2 pounds.
Other features include:
- Metal double hinge door opens up to 225 degrees
- Constructed from 0.8-millimeter cold rolled steel for durability
- Built-in washable air filter to keep dust out of your case
- Front-mounted USB, eSATA, HDA, and AC'97 audio in/out ports
Customer Reviews:
The old Version of the case was better.......2007-12-25
I bought my first sonata case 2 years ago and love it. This new one is ok, but not as nice as the old models. The case finishing is lousy, has an orange peel texture instead of a smooth finish like the old cases. The rubber feet came off when I pulled it out from under my desk (cheap glue instead of being screwed or plugged into the case. The door that covers the drives feels cheap and flimsy. I get the feeling antec has moved their production to the lowest bidder for their cases now.
There is a fan switch for the rear fan of this case with a low med and high setting, however there is no where on the back of the case for the switch to fit and be accessible, I have it hanging out of an extra lan port on the rear plate.
On the plus side the case still has rubber mounting for all the drives and the fans are very quiet.
Super quiet case.......2007-11-03
Sonata mini tower was a good as I expected it to be. I gave it 5 stars despite the fact that the fan was damaged in shipping ( don't know who to blame there ), and the manual was pretty poor. I just bought a new fan, rather than go to the trouble of shipping it back.
Nice case.......2007-09-26
Pros: Very quiet. High quality, seems sturdy, easy to load the drives. Love the all black look. Power supply is good and 500 Watts.
Cons: Plastic door seems a little flimsy. Also the front USB, firewire and audio ports are kind of difficult to use, I mean that you really need to push the usb plug into the outlet and it scratches the cord's metal, same with headphones they are a little difficult to push into the front port.
Other than that it is a nice sturdy case. I got it on sale for 80$ and am very happy with the deal.
Excellent case for home theater PC. High wife approval factor........2007-09-20
This is an excellent case for my home theater needs. Very quiet and extremely well put together. Installing the motherboard and drives was very easy. The locking front is absolutely essential if you have young children. It prevents them from powering on and off the system. I previously had one of my hard drives crashed by one of my cute little button pusher. Thank goodness for backups. Could not ask for a better case in this price point.
Very Nice.......2007-09-04
This is my third Antec case and by far the best. The hard drives are very easy to install and maintain in this case. The mounting system system keeps vibration from being transmitted to the frame. Another plus is the removable filter in front of the air intake. In my older cases, the hard drive became coated with lint without this feature.
It is very quiet with the case fan on low speed. I had to run it at a higher speed probably because of my four hard drives. I replaced the fan with one that could be controlled by the BIOS.
Product Description
7 Expansion Slots / Superior Silent Environment / Thermal Solution / Tool-Free User-Friendly Design / Cable Management / Chassis Steel Material Tool-free design for opening side panel conveniently Separate hard drive modules make it easy to organize cable direction Cable management system for better cable routing and neatness Compatible with ATX and Extend ATX Motherboards 5x Exposed 5.25 Drive Bays 6x Hidden 3.5 Drive Bay (1 Exposed converted from one 5.25 drive bay) I/O Panel includes 4x USB 2.0, 1x IEEE 1394 Firewire, 1x Audio, 1x SPK and 1x eSATA Bottom intake fan 1x 120 mm x 1, 1200 rpm, 22 dBA Cooling System Dimension - 266x598x628mm Weight - 16.9 kg
Customer Reviews:
Cosmos Case Awesome!.......2007-12-18
This case is a great case. Excellent cooling and space along with layout. Easy to stucture cables and for a clean layout. I would buy a Cooler Master
Beatiful case but too weak airflow for those ppl like to Overclocking their component.......2007-12-10
Pro: Organized case, less bulky, more room, nice feature, pretty design, solid, look little bit classic, best for anyone have glass furniture and very tall. Support all TEC, Water Cooling, even the biggest CPU cooler, Cooler Master Germin 2. Very quiet with it case fan, and best for any those music maker that need a very good case, help to keep your computer component clean also.
Con: case fan is give really a weak a flow. 41CFM for each only, intake fan is so suk that it just can blow a piece of paper in the air for short time, and in very short distance. I have to put a super good case fan for intake in order keep my system cool.
High quality, spaceous and quiet. A beautiful furniture addition!.......2007-11-27
I wasn't looking for a new case when one of Amazon's competitors, via a marketing email, brought the Cooler Master Cosmos to my attention. Then again, I've been looking all my life for a case as beautiful, spacious and quiet as this one.
All the research I did online, and there are many places that have the specifications, beginning with Cooler Master's own web site, and quite a few with reviews, convinced me the price was worthwhile for what will likely be my last computer case. By the way, Amazon had the best price.
I placed my order late on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, taking advantage of free shipping, and was pleasantly surprised and very pleased when it arrived on Wednesday (before the holiday)!
The manufacturer's box comes with an outer shipping sleeve, which I'm amazed arrived together with the box, since there was nothing holding it in place. Packing is adequate, and there was no damage beyond some to the cardboard sleeve.
Optimum use is made of internal spaces to pack (read hide from view) the smaller parts, and it took me a while to locate everything mentioned in the parts list.
How fortunate that my company dismissed us early on Wednesday, because I could not wait to get this beauty home.
The case comes with four 120mm (4.72") fans installed. One in the base, one at the rear opposite the CPU fan, and two in the top. There is an ample hardware package in the form of an accessory carrying case (advertised as a freebie) containing a screwdriver key ring, cable ties, tie mounts, motherboard stand-offs, and all the screws for motherboard and peripherals you could need. Not that you need too many for peripherals, as I mention later. Not sure either, where to keep the accessory carrying case.
The case is bigger than you'd expect for a computer case. Though at 23.5" it is equal to the full tower it is replacing, it is both substantially wider (at 10.5"), and deeper (longer?) (at 24.7") than the tower case. The bottom rails provide ample lateral support and nicely complement the two upper rails/handles which make moving the case much easier than most. They are also very convenient when turning the case onto its side to work on the innards.
The finish is a beautiful combination of machined aluminum and black acrylic, with a black mesh front panel behind the reversible front door. The side panels are the full size of the case. They release simply by lifting the appropriate lever on the back, and then lift up and outwards to disengage the bottom lip from the base.
Inside, there is more space than you'll know what to do with. For me, removing memory no longer entails first removing a disk drive! In fact, my full ATX motherboard now has a full six inches clear between it and the hard drives.
Regarding the hard drives; one reason for the increased width, is to accommodate mounting the internal hard drives from side-to-side in the case, using HDD racks that are each secured by one finger-turnable screw. There are six such racks. Drives mount on edge, using four special screws (provided) that go through grommets in the rack to attach the drive.
The case accommodates either 5 x 5.25" exposed drives, or allows one 5.25" bay to be used to install a 3.5" drive. The mounting bracket and front bezel is provided for the 3.5: drive. However, Cooler Master "strongly recommends" the lowest exposed bay (5.25") not be used for installing any device that is bigger than 3.5" "to guarantee optimal thermal performance for HDDs". Mounting the 3.5" drive is tricky, and requires patience. See my notes later.
The exposed 5.25" drives mount simply by pressing a button catch to release or engage two locating pins - no more screws!
I was initially taken aback when I found that the power supply mounts in the bottom rear corner of the case. Unlike my previous tower cases where it was installed at the top drawing hot air from the CPU, Cooler Master, in my opinion, has placed the PSU in the ideal position, where it neither adds to, nor is affected by in-case heat. Air is drawn from outside through the bottom of the case, and exhausted out the back.
Fan placement is ideal, with one fan on the bottom introducing fresh air, one exhausting at the rear, directly opposite the CPU fan, and two exhausting from the top, where one expects hot air to migrate. The side panels are adequately padded with soundproofing material. All fans operate at low RPM, and the overall effect is a system that is substantially quieter than my old tower with its three 3" fans.
A definite plus is the externalized connectors on the front (actually top) panel. The cables included with the case enabled me to connect the four previously unused USB ports on my Intel DP965LT mobo. You'd think the six that are externalized via the back panel would be enough, but I have steadily added to my USB peripherals, to the point where the four are a welcome addition! I was also able to connect the unused 1394 connector on my motherboard using the provided cable, and found an unused SATA port (eSATA cable provided) so that I now have all three port types available on the front panel.
The following bear mentioning, but don't detract from the beauty of the case, or my award of 5 full points:
1) Mounting the 3.5" exposed drive is tricky, and requires a lot of patience, due to the tiny screws that go into the mounting rails. The push-button catch can easily be removed for this exercise, so that the left-hand side screws can more easily be inserted. Not so for the two on the right, where the tiny screws have to be passed through tiny holes in one metal plate in order to screw through a second plate into the mounting frame. I dropped each screw multiple times, which caused them to disappear between the metal plates and required rolling the case to bring them into places where they could be retrieved using a magnetized screwdriver. Definitely an area for improvement. I do not plan to replace that drive anytime soon.
2) The knobs on my SoundBlaster Audigy 2 protrude, and don't allow the front door to be closed. This has necessitated permanently removing the door, which is a pity. I have asked Cooler Master if they have a solution for this issue.
3) Hardly a complaint - The RC-1000 has one fewer exposed drives than my old case. Also, though Cooler Master claims 5 exposed 5.25" bays, they also recommend against using the bottommost one as anything but a 3.5" bay. Still, I can live with 4 x 5.25" drive bays instead of five.
4) I would have liked a dust cover for the front panel externalized connectors. This would also help keep my two-year old grandson from pressing the power button, which he loves to do!
Sleek, beautiful case that shouts quality and craftsmanship.......2007-10-27
I basically divide cases into 3 types:
1. Economical cases which serve only to hold your hardware.
2. Gamer type cases can be cheap or one of the finest on the market, but they all offer features that make them flashy, such as windows, lights, etc.
3. Luxury cases I define as cases that are solid, very well built and made of top end materials, but are more artistic and stylish than gamer cases and are appropriate for your home office up to your corporate office.
This is one of the finest "Luxury" cases I have ever built a system in, and I have built well over 50. An aluminum skin all around with noise blocking material installed from the factory is just the start of a long list of quality features.
I would have liked to have 1 or 2 more 5 1/2 bays, but that is more of a personal preference. Above that, this is a solid, stunning case (much more so in person) that will leave most buyers content with their decision to buy this one.
Product Description
When looking at the CM690, it's easy to be taken in by its bold lines and superb styling. Utilizing a unique mesh design, the CM690 effectively blends together both form and function to offer you a mid-tower chassis without compromise. Micro-ATX & ATX Motherboards 5x 5.25 Drive Bay (include 1x External 3.5) I/O Panel - 2x USB, 1x IEEE1394, 1x Microphone, 1x Audio and 1x eSata Front 120mm Blue LED fan x 1, 1200rpm 17dBA Cooling System Dimension - 524.5x213x482mm
Customer Reviews:
Gamers dream.......2007-12-23
This is the best tower I have ever owned. Air flow is great!!! Makes sense to have the power supply on the bottom to suck in cool air instead of hot CPU exhaust. Top is vented to allow the natural flow of heat to work in your favor. This case or one like it is a must buy for gamers or anyone for that matter. Case is easy to install hard drives and DVD drives etc...
CoolMaster case.......2007-12-23
The CoolMaster case I purchased was fine although it does not come with simple things like screws to attach the motherboard. The documentation that comes tih it leaves something to be desired. That being said, it comes with a lot of features for the price.
Not just a nice looking case...........2007-11-14
This is a great case, I had considered the Antec 900 before ultimately buying this one (not just because it is cheaper)
Pros:
-Budget friendly
-Great Looking
-3 120mm fans included
-Tons of airflow
-Very easy to wire to keep airflow restrictions down
-Bottom mounted power supply
-Tool-less (except motherboard mounts & PSU)
-Extra drive/mounting screws along 5.25 drive bay cage
-2 USB, 1 2394, & 1 eSATA external ports on top of case (slightly inconvenient, but very handy)
Cons:
-NOT IDE Hard Drive Friendly, I had to bend the bracket out where the plugs meet to fit it in there, but it doesnt impede the funtinality or look of the case.
-Clear window panel available according to Cooler Master's website, but nowhere online to purchase.
Product Description
Atlantic is the pioneer in the home storage industry. Its comprehensive categories of products appeal to a broad range of consumers emphasizing quality, value and convenience. For over a decade, Atlantic has introduced fresh and innovative products the market yearns for and continues to strive to meet the demands of an ever-changing marketplace.
Customer Reviews:
Atlantic Storage "ROCKS".......2007-09-23
This is a really nice and fully adjustable CD/DVD rack that can be configured in many different ways. I own one ELF464 and four Penguin 322's (nearly identical ATLANTIC rack). Directions may not be the best, but, if you take the time to look at them and follow the order without tightening anything at first, it will assemble easily, although a little slowly. Look at the pictured formats, decide what your storage requirements are and go to it. Once loosely assembled and satisfied, tighten everything up securely. Anyone who has had assembly complaints invariably tightened things up before they were supposed to, and the instructions warn you not to do this. It includes the Allen wrench that is needed and extra spares of both the washers and screws. It is a stable unit that holds an amazing amount of CD's/DVD's, looks good in doing so, and displays the cases rather nicely - easy to read and access. I configured mine to hold 240 DVD's by starting each successive row, seven rows from the last (six empty spaces in between). These are definitely nice products worthy of your consideration!
I love having everything in one place, but..........2007-09-13
putting this together was not as easy as I had anticipated. I had to take it apart and put it back together several times to adjust for both CDs and DVDs, but once it was together I loved it. Now we finally have everything all in one place!
Ideal choice for storage.......2007-08-31
This is my 4th one, because I need a lot of storage room and this item is very handy. With little imagination you can customize your installation to fit your need.
Fine storage rack with a few assembly problems..........2007-07-21
This attractive media storage rack stores any combination of CDs, DVDs and even VHS tapes. Of course you can use it for just one of the three types of media, too. It fits nicely up against a wall and the design with its titanium coloring goes with most contemporary and modern décor. The rack also comes with easy to install and move shelf dividers so that you can split a shelf between two or more different types of media. Very good!
The rack is easy to lift and carry around your room or your home. If you wish to carry this rack across several rooms you would be well advised to carry just the bottom half first and then re-install the upper half of the rack after you place the rack in its new position. One cautionary note: I wouldn't move the rack when it was full or even just partially full, either. Empty the rack before moving it so that you don't risk media spilling all over your floor or shelf dividers coming loose and falling onto your floor.
This rack is particularly useful for persons with large CD collections. Amazon correctly notes that the rack holds over 400 CDs--excellent! At just less than four feet high it won't get in the way of most windows or artwork hanging on the walls of your home.
I have some concerns about the overall construction of the unit and its assembly. Frankly, the instructions were very difficult to understand and I had to actually get a handyman to assemble the thing for me! Amazon states that the rack comes in two pieces--they couldn't be further from the truth. There are a gazillion small screws connecting things and the assembly can take some while. Moreover, even after it's fully assembled the top half and bottom half are connected--but not tightly. This creates the possibility of the top half of the rack leaning either forward or backward depending on the distribution of weight on each shelf. In addition, please be careful not to overload a shelf--it can cause the shelf to bend downward because of the weight on it and then it looks pretty ugly. Even after you cover up that shelf with media, the media themselves are not even because the bent shelf on which they rest is uneven. Sigh.
In short, this is a good rack as long as you are great with mediocre instructions that can be rather cryptic at times. It reliably holds a great deal of media but as I mentioned above it cannot be manhandled--use care when moving this rack! Once you do get past the instructions, however, I would highly recommend this media storage rack by Atlantic for anyone with larger media collections.
NICE RACK!!!.......2007-07-06
THE RACK IS GOOD, AND HOLD LOTS OF DVD'S/CD'S. BUT IT WAS A LITTLE CONFUSING TO ASSEMBLE.
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