Joined on 03/04/02
That's what it's for
Pros: Using this for a ZIL (ZFS Intent log) drive. It's perfect for this since my cache size is only about half of the disk's capacity and it's a huge savings over the older 32GB Intel X25-E (that you can't even buy anymore).
Cons: Small size means they are sort of slow - <3.5k IOPS for random writes isn't any worse than the X25-E, but it won't win any awards. Luckily the ZIL doesn't need high write speed either since we top out around 100MB/s.
Comments: I've been using these drives for most of the last 6 years without incident. I'm about to get the bulk deal and buy 10. The last 10 floppy drives I think I'll ever buy. Ever. Really.
Comments: <a href='http://www.antec-inc.com/pro_details_powerSupply.php?ProdID=20481' target=_blank>http://www.antec-inc.com/pro_details_powerSupply.php?ProdID=20481</a><br><br>Looks like I got the revised version of this unit. Mine came with black molex internal connectors and the external molex (like the True550-EPS12 and TrueControl) by the power switch. Works well, very happy - even the box looks good. I also noticed it had a 'beefier' power cord. Antec's website reflects these changes (see link).
Comments: I was looking for a case just like this one. It's really light and the window is very well installed (with poly rivets). It is also just a bit smaller (depth/height) than a 'normal' mid tower which helps portability and reduces mass. The door is of a different design then other Antec cases (the 'dragon' clones like my 1040B) and does not open quite as far - It is well built, though and was a requirement for me since I don't plan on painting anything silver to match the front. The included carry strap is good, but not customized to the case - it could handle a much larger unit (which may be handy). It also has an Antec logo on it which could be placed a bit better - it wraps over the edge quite unceremoniously. I used a small leftover piece of Akasa Pax-mate to pad the top of the clips to limit the chance of them scratching the case. My only issue: The included SL350 PSU is a great unit but is not adequate for my system (a P4 2.4C@3000 with 2 HD, etc.). Antec should definitely consider selling a version of this case with the True480blue (which is what I'm now using). It would likely put the price of this case up with the Antec Sonata, but I think that would be OK.