Hello Everyone,
This is the official thread for "Merlin" development. Merlin refers to our next generation of cases scheduled to start shipping in September. They will be smaller and more conventional than the current MAGNUM series, but will retain many of the features that have made them so popular (thanks to 4514 kaiser for the suggestion).
Here are some of Merlin's features:
Clearance behind the MB tray (all models): 1.50" (38mm)
Merlin's line-up will consist of three models:
Note: The ST10 is not a down-sized SMH10/STH10. Merlin is a "lighter" design than the current Magnum series.
SM5 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 19.04"H x 11.18"W x 18.92"D (484mm x 284mm x 481mm)
Form Factor: mATX
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 10
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50") 2 SSD's may be mounted in each
Max Radiator: 120.3
PSU Mounts: 2
SM8 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 22.44"H x 11.18"W x 22.38"D (570mm x 284mm x 568mm)
Form Factor: ATX/EATX (12.00" x 10.75")
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 11
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50")
2 SSD (2.50")
Max Radiator: 120.4
Radiator Clearance (Top/Bottom): 114mm
PSU Mounts: 2
ST10 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 28.44"H x 11.18"W x 22.38"D (722mm x 284mm x 568mm)
Form Factor: XL-ATX
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 15
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50")
2 SSD (2.50")
Max Radiator: 120.4
PSU Mounts: 2
This is the official thread for "Merlin" development. Merlin refers to our next generation of cases scheduled to start shipping in September. They will be smaller and more conventional than the current MAGNUM series, but will retain many of the features that have made them so popular (thanks to 4514 kaiser for the suggestion).
Here are some of Merlin's features:
- "Mod friendly" - The case is screwed together (no rivets) and individual replacement parts will be available.
- Slide-out MB tray & Tech Station
- The case is reversible, so the MB can be on the right or left side.
- Swing out, removable doors. Covers snap on and off in seconds.
- They can use the full line of available accessories.
- Uses our Flex-Bay (TM) Architecture and the Accessory Mounting System.
- All aluminum construction: .090" Frame, .063" Doors & Covers
Clearance behind the MB tray (all models): 1.50" (38mm)
Merlin's line-up will consist of three models:
Note: The ST10 is not a down-sized SMH10/STH10. Merlin is a "lighter" design than the current Magnum series.
SM5 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 19.04"H x 11.18"W x 18.92"D (484mm x 284mm x 481mm)
Form Factor: mATX
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 10
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50") 2 SSD's may be mounted in each
Max Radiator: 120.3
PSU Mounts: 2
SM8 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 22.44"H x 11.18"W x 22.38"D (570mm x 284mm x 568mm)
Form Factor: ATX/EATX (12.00" x 10.75")
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 11
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50")
2 SSD (2.50")
Max Radiator: 120.4
Radiator Clearance (Top/Bottom): 114mm
PSU Mounts: 2
ST10 Specs (subject to change):
Approx Size: 28.44"H x 11.18"W x 22.38"D (722mm x 284mm x 568mm)
Form Factor: XL-ATX
No of Flex-Bays (5.25" bays) : 15
Native drive support (without using 5.25" bays):
2 HDD (3.50")
2 SSD (2.50")
Max Radiator: 120.4
PSU Mounts: 2