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Xigmatek make several versions of this case, black and silver … with and without side windows. We received the silver model with window, which looks absolutely brilliant. It has a slight ‘industrial' look to it, but with the accenting and colour scheme it also looks very attractive. The case is made from steel and plastic and weighs 15.4kg. It measures 230mm x 618mm x 663 mm (W x D x H).
At the top of the case is the power and reset button and several plastic flaps, which cover the I/O panel and a drive bay for removable storage (both 2.5 inch and 3.5 drives).
The flap is pushed upward to expose the ports underneath – it does seem a little flimsy and requires a bit of force to move. There is a eSATA connector, two USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports and a microphone and headphone port.
At the front of the case, down the right side bevel are two strip lights which indicate the power and hard drive activity. They look really good when they are lit up.
The whole front of the case is graced with a metal mesh material, which again really helps improve the appearance. There are two 120mm fans fitted behind this, these are used to bring in cool air across the drives and components.
We received the windowed version of the case, which will appeal to modders and overclockers who want to show off their snazzy new system build.
The rear has a total of six rubber mounted grommets to help with watercooling and cabling (top two are meant to be used for the USB 3.0 cables). There is space at the bottom and top of the case for a dual power supply configuration, handy for hard core overclockers. There is a 140mm exhaust fan positioned close to the top of the chassis. The more observant among you will see that there are 10 slots for expansion.
We used a high intensity flash for this shot to highlight the very attractive engraved ‘X' logo in the top of the mesh panel.
Thats brilliant, really good deal for everything they have included.
I wish more companies used exotic aluminum, but it does affect the price greately.
I like the appearance, very like a coolermaster design IMO, nice internals
Heck of a price indeed. I like the option for wheels. I hate moving those steel cases about. very heavy.
Our local stores dont stock xigmatek, although ive seen a few of their older cases in PCWORLD.
Thats a really nice design.
I personally never go for aluminum cases. I know they are lighter but the premium just doesn’t seem worth it to me.
My next case! Thanks
They make some really good products but domt often get the credit they should.
Our local store has this on display and it looks brilliant,, but the top flap broke off. Not a big deal really as i would take mine off, or leave it open all the time
Not often you see a company giving server wheels with a mainstream case, very nice touch
I read this yesterday and had to come back to it again. ordered one. damn you 🙁
dear sir, i was highly impressed after viewing Xigmatek Elysium review, i would like your suggestion, iam having X8DTG-QF, MO BO from super micron its size is 13.2″x 15.2″ and says EATX, will this chassis support this board, iam already having with me 2nos, of xeon x5650 and 5000 quadro. but system chassis is very expensive, will i have to make any modifications in this or the mo bo will fit in strait in . please suggest a PSU up to 1000w to 1200w, as iam a freelance designer, please suggest . Awiting for your reply at the earliest
thanking you
Regards adi mehta.
sir, once i get your positive reply i will order for one and start my work.,
regards adi