Things seem to get smaller every time I go to an electronics store. I remember when I was a kid and would be at the electronics section of a supermarket, wishing I had one of those big, bulky portable black and white televisions that only picked up analog signals. But the thought of actually getting to watch the Simpsons without being told to turn the channel was awesome. And I eventually got one. And at the time, it was awesome. Not because I had a tube of my own, but because if I had enough batteries I could take it anywhere and watch it anytime.
I’m still a boobtube nut, only I watch stuff at home on a high-def and load up my PSP for on-the-go viewing. Sometimes, and I emphasize that word, smaller is better. So when I got a chance to review the NZXT Vulcan, I was excited. I mean, it’s tiny. It has a handle, so I should be able to just lug that thing anywhere I want it. Here are a few details on this case before I get down and dirty:
Features
- Durable Non-slip finished top handle for portability
- Black Interior
- Dual 5.25″ slots and four 3.5″ slots (internal and external)
- Wire routing holes + extruded side panel provides extra space for cable management
- Dual 8W channel fan control
- Fits at least 350mm video cards like the ATI 5970
- ATX PSU with removable filter + anti-vibration rubber support
- Dual external watercooling cutouts
- Dual top 120mm exhaust for optimal cooling
- Top mounted (2x)USB, E SATA, External HD Audio + Mic
- Fan LED on/off function: Turn off lights during night time use
- CPU heatsink cut-out + 170mm heatsink support
- Supports 200mm fan intake on side mesh (NZXT only guarantees fitment with NZXT’s FN-200)
- Extra large mesh holes for optimal airflow
- Removable Hard drive cage
- Included thumbscrews for all drives
Introducing NZXT’s new VULCAN Micro ATX gaming case, the ideal bring-your-own-computer option for professional gaming LAN parties. The Vulcan maximizes power in a compact 16” x 7” x 16.6” body, which is approximately 40% smaller than the typical super full tower. Indulge in the ample space that includes advanced cooling capabilities with 2 x 120mm (one included), 1 x 200mm, 1 x 80mm, a front 120mm intake fan (included), and more space to fit up to two 350mm cards in SLI and Crossfire configurations. The durable non-slip top handle and anti-vibration rubber support idealizes portability, enabling you to easily transport your ultimate gaming machine anywhere.
| MODEL |
Vulcan Series |
| CASE TYPE |
Gaming mATX Chassis |
| LED Color | Orange |
| Front panel connectors | 1 x HD Audio/Mic, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x eSATA |
| FRONT PANEL MATERIAL |
Plastic / Steel Mesh |
| DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) |
180mm (W) x 422.5mm (H) x 406mm (D) / 7” x 16.6” x 16” |
| Dimensions w/o Handle | 180mm (W) x 380mm (H) x 406mm (D) / 7” x 14.9” x 16” |
| VGA Clearance Maximum | 350mm |
| CPU heatsink height support | 165mm (without 35mm thick side 200mm fan) |
| COOLING SYSTEM | FRONT, 1 X 120mm (included) REAR, 1 X 92/80mm TOP, 2 x 120mm (1 x Orange LED fan included) SIDE, 1 x 200mm |
| DRIVE BAYS | 6 DRIVE BAYS 2 EXTERNAL 5.25″ DRIVE BAYS 2 EXTERNAL 3.5″ DRIVE BAYS 2 INTERNAL 3.5″ DRIVE BAYS Screwless Rail Design |
| MATERIAL(S) |
Steel with powder black coating inside |
| EXPANSION SLOTS |
4 |
| WEIGHT |
5.80 kg / 12.8 lbs |
| MOTHERBOARD SUPPORT |
MICRO-ATX, ITX |
You can download the product pdf here.
On the next page we take a detailed look at the case.
