Advantages: Cheap, well ventilated, screw-less design Disadvantages: None for me.
When upgrading my computer and installed the new parts in my old case, this proved to be a bit of a silly idea as the temperatures it was running at was too high.
Having largely spent out on the upgrade i wanted a fairly cheap case.
The CoolerMaster CM690 looked like it was to fit the bill perfectly, its was fairly cheap approx £55, it did NOT come with power supply, which for me wasn't a problem as I'd just bought a new CoolerMaster Real Power M620 620W PSU.
To start with this case looks very good and feels light when empty.
It also feels sturdy and well balanced on my desk and on carpet, although a carpet with too high a pile on it could interfere with the PSU exhaust and the mounting for another fan.
The front and top of the case is basically a big grille which obviously helps with letting the hot air escape.
Access is ...
First of all the Cosmos S case comes in excellent protective packaging. A sturdy cardboard outer box encases two styrofoam blocks (top & bottom) which prevent the case from moving at all during transportation. The case is wrapped inside of a plastic bag, and then again, inside CoolerMaster's own fabric bag which is brown in colour and is strong enough to retain and use in the future whenever the case needs covering. It's the little extra's and attention to detail that makes a lot of difference in my opinion.
If first impression's are anything to go by, then this case ticks all the boxes. It's huge, beautiful and demands the attention of any passer by, whether they are interested in computers or not!
Along with the case comes a plastic bag containing all of the necessary bits and pieces to assemble the case and control the cable ...
textile items but the box does warn that they are unsuitable for the storage of feather filled pillows and duvets.
Cost and availability...
JML products are sold in various outlets such as Woolworth, Wilkinson, Robert Dyas and many other stores throughout the UK. They also trade online. I bought my VacPac storage bags in my local Woolworths for £9.99 per box. Each box contained two large sized bags, each measuring 21.7"x33.5". I found I could get two pillows, two fleecy throws and a bath towel in one bag. In another I managed to get three thick sweaters, a fleece jacket, assorted t-shirts and two pairs of jeans. The large pile of clothing was reduced to several flattish packages which fitted neatly into the boot of the car for transporting, problem solved!
The company make their 'VacPac' bags in a variety of sizes to suit ...
brittle1906 21.03.2008 (09.04.2008)
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Crafted for speed, power and beauty, Cooler Master X Craft 250 is a superior cooling solution: aluminum casing with high-quality mesh design provides excellent heat dissipation and ensures your HDD stability. HDD shockproof mounting mechanism protects your HDD and important data.
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