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Aspire X-cruiser Mid-Tower ATX case with clear sides

Monday, November 14th, 2005 | Computer Cases, Reviews

An ATX sized offering the range from Aspire computer cases, this case has a retro feel with a lot of good features. Some only cosmetic, but some useful ones too.

Aspire PC cases have established themselves as good reliable cases, but as well as that they actually do appeal to the markets they are trying to. The X-cruiser is aimed at the computer case modder, or those who want to upgrade to a slightly more custom job.

Included features…

• Cool colors
• 3 cool dials at the front
• Front USB, audio and firewire connectors
• 4 DVD sized slots, 2 floppy drive sized and 5 internal hard drive sized
• Removable motherboard tray
• Roomy inside

Overall the case does a good job. The colors are cool, and the construction is done well. There are no sharp edges inside, so you won’t get any cut fingers. There are a few spots for fans inside so you shouldn’t have trouble choosing which spots to use.

The 3 dials at the front are a VU meter, for sound level measurements, one for temperature and the bottom for fan speed. There are dials on the side to adjust the sensitivity of the VU meter, and the speed of the front fan.

A few complaints about the fan are that it only comes with a small 80mm fan at the back, although there is space to install a 120mm. There is space for 2 80mm at the front. There is a vent onto the CPU and a chimney vent at the top.

Installation should be a cinch, and detailed instructions can be found at the Aspire cases website.

So if you like the looks, the performance won’t disappoint, the case is suitable for anyone looking for that something unique.

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