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Thanks for all the info.trt740:)

with the side 250mm fan my north bridge idles at 24c. Aslo the Armor doesn't need a motherboard tray because it is so darn big it has tons of room to work with.
 

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The 830 does. You just have to look.

Thats a a really good case, But it wont be able to fit where i want it to.(We had to take the feet of my brothers kandalf just to fit in under the desk).
 
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here is another nice case 99.00 after a rebat

COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 RC-830-SSN3-GP Silver Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119103


















Model
Brand COOLER MASTER
Series Stacker 830 Evolution
Model RC-830-SSN3-GP
Spec
Type ATX Full Tower
Color Silver
Case Material Aluminum
With Power Supply No
Power Supply No
Motherboard Compatibility E-ATX, ATX, m-ATX
With Side Panel Window Yes
Expansion
External 5.25" Drive Bays 9
External 3.5" Drive Bays No
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays 4
Expansion Slots 7
Front Ports
Front Ports USB, Audio, IEEE 1394
Cooling System
80mm Fans No
120mm Fans 1 x 120mm front fan
1 x 120mm rear fan
Side Air duct BTX Air duct
Physical Spec
Dimensions 25.2" x 9.8" x 21.1"
Features
Features Front panel opens to the left or to the right for easy access
Power supply may be installed up wards or downwards for better airflow and neat cable manager
Supports up to nine 5.25" drives
Multi-Positioning for the 4-in-3 Aluminum device modules, providing maximum flexibility in the use of space
Tool-free user-friendliness
Screwless slots
Exclusive fan frame design provides easy screwless assembly
Side-opening design for remove 5.25" shield easily
Superior Airflow
Accommodates up to nine 120mm fans
High ventilation openings on the top and the sides for excellent thermal Management
Innovative Style
The match of silver and black colors enrich the whole appearance
Solid constructor and streamlined aluminum design

Introduction
Cooler Master's latest CM Stacker 830 case is a state-of-the-art case armed with a stylish streamlined aluminum design, extreme venting, and several features that make it the ultimate enthusiast-friendly gear. This mammoth full-tower case accommodates up to nine 5.25" drives. Use one or more of the 4-in-3 device modules to install 3.5" drives for incredible expandability for even the most demanding power user.

Cooler Master also implemented an intelligent mechanism that provides easy conversion from ATX to BTX form factor, making an extra upgrade kit unnecessary. Cooling is where CM Stacker 830 really delivers. A special side fan bracket and support for up to nine 120mm fans takes venting to a brand new level. The exceptional thermal performance is quiet, too. This ground-breaking case is completely tool-free as well, making it extremely user-friendly.


Highlights
Extreme Convenience
Dual I/O panels in the front and on the top of the case are designed for easy access, while the power button, reset button and HDD LED on the top for enhanced convenience.

Exceptional Cooling System Enables Superior Airflow
The CM Stacker 830 accommodates up to nine 120mm fans with a side fan bracket compatible with Cross Flow Fan.

Peerless Expandability
The CM Stacker 830 offers peerless expandability with nine 5.25" drive bays. Cooler Master also utilizes a tool-free design to make installations a walk in the park.

4-in-3 Device Modules
Convert 3 × 5.25" drive bays into a 4 × 3.5" HDD module with a 12cm sleeve bearing cooling fan. The CM Stacker 830 allows multi-positioning for the 4-in-3 device modules to provide maximum space usage flexibility.

BTX Upgrade Kits Included
You can change the CM Stacker 830 into a BTX case with the provided SRM, BTX air duct and BTX I/O shield at no extra cost.


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Quick Specs
Type ATX Full Tower
Case Material Aluminum
Motherboard Compatibility Extended ATX
External 5.25" Drive Bays 9
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays 4
Expansion Slots 7
Front Ports USB, Audio, IEEE 1394
Side Air duct Yes
With Side Panel Window Yes
120mm Fans 2

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I might just go with the Armor.
 

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The stacker 830 cant fit under the desk.
 
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The stacker 830 cant fit under the desk.

still check out the photo on neweggs website how the case pulls apart was trying to post it but the image is too big lol
 
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added that for shits and giggles

It is a great case. I have one ,however, if you buy the one with the 250mm side fan you cannot install the extremely large tower cpu cooler like the thermalright ultra extreme you are limited to a cooler thats under 150mm tall. The great thing is if you decide to you can always buy a second side pannel for 25.00 without the fan or simply remove it. I love this case. Even without the side panel fan it has 2 120mm fans and 2 92mm fans plus if you have a 120mm psu fan like mine. It also has a expansion modual that allows for another 120mm fan in the front of the case , plus it has wholes drilled thru the bottom of the case and the case sits on feet so air flows up from the bottom of the case. The Armor also has a storage tray in the front for cd's parts etc and you can buy more. The Armor also has drive bays up near the top of the case in the rear it near the PSU for even more expansion drives and has a additional upgrade kit for a BTX motherboard (it even comes with a soft cloth to clean finger prints off the case. The armor is set up for water cooling with pre drilled wholes for the tubes aswell. As for the Cosmos it is expensive even with a rebate but is even bigger than the armor. It was to big for my computer desk but is a super nice case

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The stacker 830 cant fit under the desk.

Beside the desk, and a trash can where you would of put your PC:toast:


My 830 is sideways on my desk.
 
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heres my suggestion

The akasa eclipse.120mm fns front and rear,fits big cards,is wide and has a removeable tray.

 
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hey if you buy a stacker or comso you can always use them as small tornado shelters or free standing garages for your car :laugh:
 
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heres my suggestion

The akasa eclipse.120mm fns front and rear,fits big cards,is wide and has a removeable tray.


Nice case there. Lay out looks great. thanks for the pics.
 
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Number one thing I look for in a case is a removable tray. Makes life SO much easier!!
 
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Number one thing I look for in a case is a removable tray. Makes life SO much easier!!

I agree unless it is as roomy as every case listed here.
 

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Beside the desk, and a trash can where you would of put your PC:toast:


My 830 is sideways on my desk.

Thats a very smart idea, Never crossed my mind.:):toast:
 

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That akasa eclipse is a good lookin case. Looks kind of hard to mount the PSU.
 

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Hows the Thermaltake Shark?

Edit: Nevermind, it can fit anything.
 
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thermaltake armor, absolutely awesome. i have the case, you can fit everything AND the kitchen sink in if you need.

10/10 from me
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thermaltake armor, absolutely awesome. i have the case, you can fit everything AND the kitchen sink in if you need.

10/10 from me
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Ya, i will more likely get the Armor. Hope it can fit a 8800 GTX.:)
 
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The top comes off on the eclipse,it is sooo easy to mount the psu and do the wiring for it.It has it all.
 

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The top comes off on the eclipse,it is sooo easy to mount the psu and do the wiring for it.It has it all.

I cant find it on newegg.:(
 
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i have a black armor and it rocks:rockout::rockout::rockout:

lots of room you can fit lots of hdds and other crap it just rocks:rockout:
 
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i wouldn't use 3 i would use two of them and they are covered with filter

here is what the add on looks like to add more fans

you could use all three and mount your drives in the bay near the Psu but thats overkill




 
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The armour is ok,i just could'nt live with the pointless flaps on it.
 
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