ThermalRock Eclipse (cont'd)
Instead of immediately jumping inside the case, we're going to show just a couple more pictures showing off the side of the Eclipse, as it uses a pretty uniquely-shaped window that really adds to the overall look of the chassis.
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All too often, windows on cases are too limiting on what one can see in our opinion, but the Eclipse's side really doesn't suffer from this same shortcoming. Along with giving a great view of the internals, black rivets line the window and an embossed logo also sits there.
As nice as the included "hand screws" are, they aren't even needed to secure the side panel of the Eclipse, since it is also latched at the top and bottom. Just like ThermalTake cases, the side panel of this case removes and attaches so easily that it makes one wonder why they're so clumsy on most cases.
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Looking towards the front, this is what we're left with after removing most of the components from the chassis. The large fan in front will help to keep the hard drives cool, and slightly below that is a holding place for the included accessories box.
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To get a feel for how the Eclipse holds the other internals, here's a shot of the two main removable cages.
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Like the Sonata, this case uses rubber grommets to isolate vibrations from the drives, but unlike the Antec case, these grommets are on the sides of each drive. In the following picture, one can even see how this simple tool-free design can still be very effective at reducing noise.
Once the 3½” drives are installed into their respective cages, they slide along rails until they latch securely into place, with the external cage sliding towards the front and the hard drive cage sliding in from the side.
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Phantronius - Friday, September 9, 2005 - link
My P180 is the last case I'll ever buy. I love you Antec!!!leviathan19 - Friday, September 9, 2005 - link
the 1200 is deeper yes but is still mid tower class it fixes the psu problems and more space is always better for work with itZepper - Friday, September 9, 2005 - link
Re. cases that come with PSUs. Either rate the PSU too or deduct the portion of the price that the PSU represents from the case price so you are comparing apples to apples price wise.. And I don't care for the looks of a lot of the cases on the market either. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder. My case is a Silverstone Berserker which many think is fugly...
.bh.
kmmatney - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
I don't see why people make such a big deal out of aluminum cases. In my experience, they are flimsier and louder than steal cases, and more prone to rattle. I don't see why anyone would pay so much money for one...at80eighty - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
DRTFA yet, so forgive me if its been coveredYou guys have any leads on cases with more fans?
with the new VGA's and CPU's i think a cooler case than a cooler-looking case is a better investment..
any pointers people?
johnsonx - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
RTFA, and no forgiveness for you!The Antec P180 is a quiet cooling dream I think. I looked at one on display over at Fry's and just about wet myself. Then I looked at the price tag and decided to stick with my old, free, boring, beige case. But if the price is no objection, I can't imagine purchasing anything else.
at80eighty - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
thanx mate! the p180 looks pretty sweet! the price is OK (just about) for me :)plus it doesnt have that HEY LOOK AT ME IM AN ATTENTION WHORE!!! look.
/hope this case shows up in my part of the world :-(
Cygni - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
I saw one case that i would even consider putting next to my desk.If you are supporting the case mfts making these hideous beasts by buying them, i personally hate you.
leviathan19 - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
why they used this one the 1200 is a better version and fix the psu problem...there is missing the pc75b and the TT shark those are nice cases too
OvErHeAtInG - Thursday, September 8, 2005 - link
The 1200 is much deeper, for extended-atx boards I think. Definitely not something I would get except for a big duallie rig.