ZALMAN ZM-Z9 U3 Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Pros: A lot of space. I can tell the temp.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: Gotta love the fact that I can read the temperature on my PC easily. You can set it basically anywhere in your computer. I have to overclock my CPU (fx4300) slightly so it doesn't bottlneck my Radeon 7850 2GB. So I was able to slide it right next to my CPU to ensure it doesn't overheat.

Pros: Well designed and built. Very solid. Cable management is very good, especially for a case this cheap.

Cons: none

Other Thoughts: This is probably one of (if not the) best gaming case under $100.

Pros: Great case with a nice internal temperature readout on the front. The usb 3.0 is nice. I got this case when it was on sale fo 49.99 so I figure I got a pretty good deal. The bottom mounted psu is nice and there's space for a big gpu. My gpu (Radeon 5870) is 11.5 inches and it fits with just a little room to spare. Anything bigger than it and you will probably be "custom modding" your case.

Cons: The cable management could be better behind the motherboard. When you get just a few cables you'll fill like your forcing on the side cover because there's almost not enough room. Beware of the usb 3.0, it is not a 19 pin connector but rather just usb 3.0 extender cables. The fan controller on the front of the case really feels like it doesn't do anything but you can see the led lights dim and brighten a little so I know it's changing it a little.

Pros: Great case, I've read a lot of people stating issues with their USB 3.0 slots. Mine are working wonderfully. There is plenty of space and the additional fan comes in handy. The usual issue I run into with cases is that the fan controller doesn't work properly and it works wonderfully on mine.

The best thing about this case is the thermometer that comes with it. Just having a stock CPU cooler, it is extremely useful. Its about the only thing I've ever had problems with overheating and now I'll be forwarned if its about to happen. The cord is small enough to crease in just a tiny big behind the intercooler, so I am getting the best read possible.

Cons: The LED lights don't change colors.

Other Thoughts: For a slightly cheaper build and at a discounted price ($50.00 for me) this was well worth the price

Pros: roomy ,design,, blue led fans, good airflow, case temp. read out, nice size clear window side panel. Dust screens are easy to access.

Cons: The 3.0 USB are just cables, they do not stay seated in the front of the case. A way to save money, is a way to not care about getting a good rating. The MoBO side panel needed about 2mm to accommodate a non modular power supply and cable management .

Other Thoughts: Mailed the rebate out 5 /29/13. Got it 7//27/13 , it about right.

Pros: For the money it is an excellent case.

Cons: Missing a plastic rivet on side window tried to call and even got through once was told everyone was at lunch so I left my name and number. Needless to say I never got a return call. The next time I called the phone was disconnected so I tried to email them never got emailed all they did was to delete my email. For a plastic rivet that should cost no more than $ .20 they should have at least sent me a rivet but they wouldn't even email me back so the last time I bought a case I didn't even look in there direction . I will never buy from a company that cares so little about their customers as to not even reply to them.

Other Thoughts: customer service speaks as loudly as money when buying computer parts a good company should have a good reputation for dealing with their customers fairly I didn't even get the chance to talk to anyone at Zalman USA and no working phone is a real deal breaker .

Manufacturer Response:

Dear valued customer,

We sincerely apologize for the issue. Please contact our customer service e-mail support.usa@zalmanusa.com or via toll free number 1-888-925-6266 for further assistance.

Thank you.

Best regards,

Zalman USA Customer Service

Pros: Great Looking
Large
Comes with Blue LED fans
I like the temperature indicator and fan control on the front

Cons: USB 3.0 doesn't have the correct motherboard connector

Pros: USB 3.0 - USB 2.0 - Fan control - Mic & Headphones & Temp. read out on Front Panel. Fan filters.
Plenty of room in the case & to route cables.
Windowed Side Panel

Cons: The case sides are difficult to get on. Hard to line up.

Other Thoughts: Zalman should let you know that a case speaker and the M/B to dual USB 3.0 female adapter cable are not included.

Pros: Nice case with lots of features.

Cons: LOTS! This case is a nightmare! The fan controller does not work because the 2 fans provided are 2 pin and the connections are 3! Also, ZALMAN'S customer service is among the worse I have ever experienced. Telephone # is disconnected and the web support people are rude and will not help you with this fan problem. I will never buy another zalman product for my computer shop again!!

Other Thoughts: Awful customer support=DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY!

Manufacturer Response:

Dear valued customer,

We sincerely apologize for the issue. Please contact our customer service e-mail support.usa@zalmanusa.com or via toll free number 1-888-925-6266 for further assistance.

Thank you.

Best regards,

Zalman USA Customer Service

Pros: -Great design, look, and feel.
-Tons of space if you're using a ATX mobo
-Great cooling with 3 fans already installed
-One of my favorite low cost cases so far

Cons: -Seems somewhat too large (depending on your build)
-Not exactly the "tool-less" installation as advertised, but still possible