Question 1

Considering all the fans that come in this case, do you need an aftermarket fan system on top of this, like Cooler Master?

Accepted Answer

I have yet to found a reason to add any fans to this case. Running an i7 477o with two gtx to 660 video cards with the rosewill 1300 watt ps. I have yet to hear either the processor or power supply fans come off of idle. I am happy I decided on this case. Plenty of airflow.

Question 2

Will a EVGA GeForce GTX 780 GPU fit into this case?

Accepted Answer

I have a EVGA 770 in this case, I don't know the difference in size, but it is NOT tight at all, should fit perfectly

Overall though, the case is legit

Question 3

With the built in sata hdd docking station on top would you get the same speeds as a internally connected sata hdd? Reason I ask is I would have one in that location permanently as I run several. Thanks.

Accepted Answer

I built a computer for my son-in-law with this case a while back  I believe the top dock is connected to the motherboard with a SATA III cable and should therefore be the same  speed as the other HDDs in the build. He's very happy with the build. Curious why you would want one permanently mounted here when the case has room for a small car inside and quick mount drive bays.

Question 4

i would totally love to purchase this case under one condition.
The picture(s) do NOT show a side window like the 'specifications'
indicate.  For any happy campers [ owners ], does this case Have a
window???  Thank you, in advance for your time and diligence. :-}

Accepted Answer

Hey darryl s,

This case has a tinted arrow shaped window on the left side. You can see it in the pictures, in front of the optional side fan vent. Great case, plenty of room for add ons and upgrades.

Question 5

Is the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus compatible with this case without removing the side fan?

Accepted Answer

I am using a a Coolermaster Hyper 212 Evo in my Rosewill Blackhawk case and the side panel fan does  come in contact with the fan just barely. You might be able to file off some of the inside un-used mounting tab on the fan and get the clearance you desire or alternately buy an adapter to reduce the size of your case fan to accommodate the Hyper 212 Evo.  Hope that helps !!

Question 6

Maybe stupid but something I really look for in a case, can I plug the drives in from the back so that the SATA power and SATA data cables are unseen? Really hate a rats nest of wires thats why im upgrading!

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely - that is exactly how I mounted mine including a conventional hard drive as well as a hot swap 2.5" mini-enclosure loaded with two 2.5" SSD's.

Question 7

I wanna use this for gaming. Would this be a good one to have? and store all the parts i get?

Accepted Answer

I purchased this case as an all around system to include some basic gaming (EQ2, WoW, etc) and I love the case.  I have a Radeon R7 260x card inside and no problems with fit - no need to reconfigure the case to make room.  Im using an ASUS Z87-Expert mobo, a core i7-4771, three full size HDs and a SSD and 32GB of RAM.  Im also using a Corsair water cooler and the system is quiet as a church mouse, even with all of the fans.  Ran all my wiring behind the mobo and that's a little tight in the space between the back of the mobo and the right side case cover, but it all fit no problems.  Id recommend this case.

Question 8

Will two (2) 2.5" SSD's fit?
Does it have a PSU?
If not, where is the PSU mount?

Accepted Answer

1. Yes
2. No
3. Bottom

Didn't ask, but from my research some water cooling radiators will not fit in this case without modding. Also, from experience, a hyper 212 heatsink (and other large heatsinks) may get in the way of the side fan (by the window) and will prevent you from closing the case. Which will force you to invest in a slim 120mm fan to replace the fan that came with it.

Question 9

I was wondering what the dimensions are for the GPU slots? I have a HIS 7870 which is almost 12 inches long, and need to make sure it will fit without conflict with the HD bays

Accepted Answer

I don't have that card but when I measure the opening it is almost exactly 12 inches. You can however easily remove a section of the hard drive storage bay and have plenty of room (less bays though).  Overall I really like the case and am impressed with the quality for the price. Good luck.

Question 10

can this case use a H100i or H110?

Accepted Answer

I'm using the XSPC Raystorm RX240 and it fits very well. I would say yes, it will fit. BTW, the airflow through this case is very good.

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