AZZA Helios 910R ATX Mid Tower Case Review
Introducing the Helios 910R
All the computers in my house are either Dells or HPs except for one. This one is a special computer that I built about two years ago and have been thinking about upgrading only recently. Since I dont have money to run out and purchase all the parts at once, I decided to build it one piece at a time, starting with the case. The chosen case for my project is the AZZA Helios 910R. With an ultra-efficient cooling system, an awesome black on red color scheme, lots of room for drive expansion and a price starting at $79.99, this case has promising future for any PC enthusiast.
Reading through the features list, I found a couple of things that I really liked. My old box had thumb screws which allowed me easy access inside the computer. This case also has thumb screws for easy access along with extra thumb screws to mount internal hard drives and optical drives. Not that these devices get removed all that often, but I hate looking for a screwdriver when I do need to remove these parts from the case. Thumb screws just make it easier and less time consuming.
Another item that I thought would be a benefit is the ability to route cables behind the motherboard tray. I never liked the way my last box looked with its clear side panel and all kinds of cables running back and forth. It just made the inside of the case look cluttered, so why have a clear side panel? Even though the Helios 910R doesnt have a clear side panel, it will be nicer to have a less cluttered inside when I do open the side panel.
Lets look at the specs.
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Specifications: |
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Model Name: |
Helios 910R |
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Model Number: |
CSAZ-910R |
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Type: |
ATX Mid Tower |
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Color: |
Black/Red interior |
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Material: |
Japanese SECC Steel |
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With Side Panel Window: |
No |
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With Power Supply: |
No |
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Motherboard Compatibility: |
ATX, Micro-ATX, E-ATX(12″x10.3″) |
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Expansion |
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External 5.25″ Drive Bay: |
9 |
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External 3.5″ Drive Bay: |
1 |
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Internal 3.5″ Drive Bay: |
4 |
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Expansion: |
7 |
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Front Ports |
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Front Ports |
4 x USB, Audio, Mic |
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Cooling System |
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230mm Fan: |
1 x 230mm red LED silent fan (24DBA) on side |
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140mm Fan: |
1x140mm red LED silent fan (19DBA) in front |
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120mm Fan: |
1x120mm fan in rear |
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Physical Spec |
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Dimensions (H x W x D): |
19.7″ (500mm) x 8.1″ (205mm) x 18.1″ (460mm) |
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Feature: |
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Ultra-efficiency Cooling System: |
1 x 140mm top fan (exhaust) |
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Bottom-mounted Power Supply: |
Power supply is bottom-mounted, can be installed facing either up or down. Pre-drilled holes located at bottom, allowing efficient air flow when power supply is installed facing downward |
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Cable Management: |
Cable is organized behind the pre-drilled motherboard tray, allowing better cable routing and internal air flow |
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Easy Assembling: |
Thumb screw design for easy assembling of optical drive and HDD; Thumb screw design also for the side panel |
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Maximum Compatibility: |
Compatible with Full ATX, Micro ATX and all kinds of Nvidia, ATI long graphic card, and most water cooling systems; Server-like HDD cages can accommodate up to 4 HDD; equipped with 1 x 140mm front fan for overheat prevention |
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USB & Audio Ports Located on Top: |
USB & audio ports are located on the front panel, allowing easy access |
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