insides compared
Next thing to do was to install all the computer parts starting
with the motherboard (incl. CPU, cooler and RAM).
Doing this, I was surprised by a minor flaw: the motherboard tray can't be removed
from the tower, like I'm used with the Aopen HQ08. This isn't a major problem,
but still, it would have been easier. After installing the motherboard, I plugged
the 80mm fans into their holders and the holders back into their place(1 in
each Hdrack, 2 in the back, making a total of 4). So far so good
Then I wanted to install the CD-drive. Doing that, I encountered another bad point of the Chieftec box. Since there isn't a manual included and it was the first time
I used the screw less rail system, I had to search everything out for myself.
Same thing when I removed the front panel. Because everything was new, the parts
we're a little sturdy.
I was afraid I had not removed everything and that I would break something (which
would be a shame because of all the money I spent on this brand-new tower, being
more than 120€)
So, lack of manual = -1
the cdrom slide system is quite good, but you have to remove
the whole front
The 5"25 rail system is very nice, but I do have some thoughts
about it:
1) one drive couldn't be placed firmly. Not that it was jumping up and down
while playing a CD, but still, I like my drives to sit tight. I do have to remark
that many people reported their drive was sitting firm, so I guess I had just
bad luck
2) it's very easy to remove 5"25 drives. This for many people a pro, especially
for people who change their drives on a regular basis. BUT, it is also a very
dangerous feature when you go to LAN parties
Evil-minded people can easily
remove the drive in a minute
After this adventure, I plugged in the (included) power cord. After installing
OS etc I did some temperature measurements, just like I did with the Aopen case
(with the same parts installed). The Aopen case contained 1in, 2 out and 1 PSU
fan.