Introduction
I would like to thank
SilverStone for supplying the review sample.
The Alta series from SilverStone represents their vision of a no-limits chassis. That stage was set with the Alta F1, which we ran through its paces around the same time two years ago and now continues with the second generation, the Alta F2, which is the focus of this review. The F2, while in the same family of enclosures, has very little in common with the F1 besides the focus on offering SilverStone's signature 90° rotated layout and use of large Air Penetrator fans at the bottom. Besides that, the SilverStone Alta F2 sports an all new exterior and interior design.
Specifications
| SilverStone ALTA F2 |
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| Case Type: | Full-Tower |
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| Material: | Aluminium, plastic, steel, tempered glass |
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| Weight: | 21.14 kg |
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| Slots: | 9+4+4 |
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| Drive Bays: | 4x Internal 2.5/3.5" 4x Internal 3.5" 3x Internal 2.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | SSI-EEB, SSI-CEB, Extended ATX, XL-ATX , ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
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| Dimensions: | 261 mm (W) x 576 mm (H) 658 mm (D), 99 Liters |
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| Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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| Front Fans: | 120 mm x 2 / 140 mm x 2 (optional) |
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| Rear Fans: | N/A |
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| Top Fans: | 120 mm x 4 / 140 mm x 1 (optional) |
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| Bottom Fans: | 180 mm x 3 (180 mm x 3 Air Penetrator 184i PRO fans included) |
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| Side Fans: | N/A |
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| Front Radiator: | 120 mm / 140 mm / 240 mm / 280 mm |
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| Rear Radiator: | N/A |
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| Top Radiator: | 120 mm / 140 mm / 240 mm / 360 mm / 480 mm |
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| Bottom Radiator: | 120 mm / 140 mm / 240 mm / 280 mm / 360 mm (120 mm x 3) / 360 mm (180 mm x 2) / 420 mm / 480 mm / 560 mm |
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| Side Radiator: | N/A |
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| I/O: | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 4x USB 3.0 1x Combo Audio |
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| Fan/LED Controller: | N/A |
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| Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 205 mm GPU: 354 mm PSU: 220 mm |
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Packaging
Just like the Alta F1, the F2 ships in a massive box with plastic clips which you have to remove to pull off the top packaging. On the larger panels, there is a simple image of the chassis, while both sides go into details of the specifications and features in multiple languages.
Pulling the cover off, you are left with cardboard reinforced foam pieces which hold the chassis in place securely. A plastic bag has been used to further protect the Alta F2 from scratches. On top of that, there is a large accessories box shimmed into the side of the package.