Question 1

doe this come with the verticle gpu mounting bracket?

Accepted Answer

Yes it has a vert mount but you need the adapter from mobo. Unless your tslking about for the second system. It only has a vert mount. But yes you can mount GPU on board normal or with pcue extension it has adapter for vert mount.

Question 2

Would I have to use an external RW optical drive with this case?

Accepted Answer

Yes you would have to use a external RW optical drive since there are no areas on the case where you would normally put a RW optical drive. I hope I answered your question though. I hope you have a great day as well. And best of luck to you as well.

Question 3

Do XL-ATX motherboards fit or are those a no go?

Accepted Answer

From my experience it will fit anything. Not familiar with XL_ATX format. But (and this is from the post) "Dual-system layout lets you install both an E-ATX and Mini-ITX system simultaneously." 
Now that said. I have major customization in my case. I removed the Hard Drive tray in the bottom and the fan mount system in the top. I need the room for water cooling and a massive cooler on top that fits if you drill new holes and remove the slider mount system. I have the front system for bot rads in the front still in.  
If your up for any customizing it will fit anything you want to put in it. I hope this helps.

Question 4

Can I fit 2 Micro ATX boards in this? Or is the 2nd slot dedicated for a Mini-ITX

Accepted Answer

The space for the 2nd MB sits on top of the power supply cover. There are existing MB standoffs on there for Mini-ITX boards. So sorry but no, the 2nd position is going to be a Mini-ITX format only. Now I have seriously modified my case to fit a lot in it but the width is not wide enough for anything larger with out serious modification. Even then you would be tight to fit it in there.

Question 5

Can i install an EK-XRES 140 Revo D5 Pump?Res Combo without drilling into the case?

Accepted Answer

Hello Greg.  I am not sure as of yet.  I have just began to surface mine.  I am waiting for new 2080TI still.  What I recommend you doing, is reaching out to Corsair.  Honestly, this case has everything so I do not see a reason why you couldn't install that pump mentioned.  As far as mounting, that would depend on the pump and its mounting brackets or screws.  Hope this helps.

Question 6

This case comes with no fans, correct?

Accepted Answer

That is correct no fans with the case

Question 7

But is it worth it?

Accepted Answer

If you need the space like i do, YES worth it. Only case you can water cool and have all the hardware in. Even then I had to remove the hard drive trays from the bottom and custom mount the top rad to get it all to fit. No fans also. I have 24 fans in it and they can add up big time.

Question 8

Will the ASUS Z11PR-D16 EEB Server Motherboard fit in this case?

Accepted Answer

It says in the specification part that it takes EEB server form factor boards. I can tell you that it can take much bigger than a normal ATX board. Im using a ASUS Maximus Formula XI ATX.  It has another set of mounting holes for even larger motherboards.

Question 9

If I build a dual PC setup, will I need a second mouse and keyboard? Or can I control both setups with one mouse and keyboard?

Accepted Answer

The best thing to do is buy yourself a KVM switch. I currently have three different systems setup (not using this case but three completely separate systems) and with the switch I can easily move from one system to another using the same keyboard and mouse.  It is so much better than using multiple keyboards which was what I was doing before buying the KVM switch.

However make sure you check out the reviews and do not go for a real cheap option. Some of the switches out there are junk and since this is something you are going to use a lot it is worth spending a few extra bucks and go with a quality choice.

Question 10

How many external drive bays does the 1000D support?

Accepted Answer

This case is not configured to have 5.25 drive bays if that is what your asking.  Internal SATA drives or IDE drives are a thing of the past.  This case does however, support internal SSD mounting on the back of the motherboard tray which you can access from the french doors on the back.  Hope this helps.

Brand	Corsair
Series	Obsidian Series 1000D
Model	CC-9011148-WW

Type	Super-Tower
Color	Black
Case Material	Steel, Aluminum, Tempered Glass
With Power Supply	No
Power Supply Mounted	Bottom
Motherboard Compatibility	Micro ATX / ATX / Mini ITX / E-ATX / SSI-EEB
Side Panel	with Side Window
Dust Filters	Yes

Internal 3.5" Drive Bays	5
Internal 2.5" Drive Bays	6
Hot-Swap Drive Bays	0
Expansion Slots	8

Fan Options	Front: 8 x 120mm fan Rear: 2 x 120mm / 140mm fan Top: 3 x 140mm fan
Radiator Options	120mm, 140mm, 240mm, 280mm, 360mm, 420mm, 480mm
80mm Fans	No
Side Air duct	Yes

Max GPU Length	400 mm
Max CPU Cooler Height	180 mm
Max PSU Length	ATX - 225mm, SFX - 140mm
Dimensions	27.44" x 12.09" x 27.28"
Weight	65.05 lbs.

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Features	The Ultimate Super-Tower PC Case: The largest, most feature-rich case CORSAIR has ever built, able to house the most incredible custom PCs. Obsidian Style: Iconic and clean exterior lines, smoked tempered glass side doors and seamlessly integrated RGB lighting make the Obsidian 1000D the best-looking Obsidian Series case yet. Built-in Smart Lighting and Fan Control: An integrated CORSAIR COMMANDER PRO fan and lighting controller grants superior control over almost every aspect of your system via CORSAIR LINK. Dual-System Layout: Room for both a complete E-ATX and Mini-ITX system simultaneously: Two motherboards, two power supplies, two full PCs in one case. Stream and game smoothly from one system, or combine your main PC and file server into one system. Telescoping Radiator Trays: Install fans and radiators effortlessly with smooth, tool-less modular radiator mounting trays. Massive Cooling Options: Up to 13 fan slots and room for up to four radiators simultaneously. Triple-Chamber Design: Keeping the inside of the 1000D clean is effortless with the included French-door-style rear storage compartment, E-ATX motherboard island and dual-purpose Mini-ITX motherboard tray and PSU cover. Future-proof Front Panel: An RGB LED lit front panel includes two USB 3.1 Gen-2 Type-C alongside USB 3.0, for future-proof and backwards compatible connections Massive Storage Options: Room for up to five 3.5in HDDs and eight 2.5in SSDs, placed in their own dedicated compartment. Build it Your Way: A rotatable GPU bracket for standard or vertical GPU mounting and a wealth of pump and reservoir fit points throughout the case, make the 1000D the most flexible and modular CORSAIR case ever.
Package Content	Obsidian Series 1000D Super-Tower Case Quick Start Poster Accessory Box

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