Wednesday, April 29th 2009
Cooler Master Introduces HAF 922 Mid Tower Chassis
Following the overwhelming success of the full tower HAF 932, Cooler Master extends the HAF (High Airflow Flow) line to a mid tower in the HAF 922. This beastly machine comes with rugged looks, massive air flow cooling and the Cooler Master trademark interior. Building the dream machine is now well within reach.
Killer Looks
HAF 922 makes no secret for potentially transforming all your high-end hardware components into a raging machine. It possesses a muscular and beast-like design that signifies performance without even opening up the system. Intimidating style and the performance makes it a killer combination.
Unrestrained Airflow & Thermal
HAF 922 supports up to seven fans in total, including three of those that support 200 mm fan (which are swappable for smaller 120 mm or 140 mm fans) for maximum airflow while maintaining a quiet environment. An independent air intake has been designed for a bottom-mounted PSU for easy installation and improved heat management. For overclockers, this chassis even supports liquid cooling set-ups with retaining holes in the back and room for an internally installed radiator.
Easy Installation & Upgradeability
A well thought-out interior has become a trademark for Cooler Master chassis. Starting with a CPU cooler retaining hole that was first introduced in the ATCS 840, it allows for quick installation of CPU cooler without removing the motherboard. Unbeatable cable management makes for less clutter and system maintenance. Tool-free 5.25" and 3.5" drive bays for easy in-and-out. A 7+1 PCI slot for added expandability and a spacious interior to house all types of high-performance hardware.
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HAF 922 makes no secret for potentially transforming all your high-end hardware components into a raging machine. It possesses a muscular and beast-like design that signifies performance without even opening up the system. Intimidating style and the performance makes it a killer combination.
Unrestrained Airflow & Thermal
HAF 922 supports up to seven fans in total, including three of those that support 200 mm fan (which are swappable for smaller 120 mm or 140 mm fans) for maximum airflow while maintaining a quiet environment. An independent air intake has been designed for a bottom-mounted PSU for easy installation and improved heat management. For overclockers, this chassis even supports liquid cooling set-ups with retaining holes in the back and room for an internally installed radiator.
Easy Installation & Upgradeability
A well thought-out interior has become a trademark for Cooler Master chassis. Starting with a CPU cooler retaining hole that was first introduced in the ATCS 840, it allows for quick installation of CPU cooler without removing the motherboard. Unbeatable cable management makes for less clutter and system maintenance. Tool-free 5.25" and 3.5" drive bays for easy in-and-out. A 7+1 PCI slot for added expandability and a spacious interior to house all types of high-performance hardware.
73 Comments on Cooler Master Introduces HAF 922 Mid Tower Chassis
The way that people swap parts out these days I cannot believe no one has implemented this sooner. I have cut holes in my motherboards since I got a tip from Martin in a pm, maybe a year or two now.
It seems though that good intentions aside, Coolermaster is assuming that every-one is going Intel. Barring a few strange Intel layouts.... IE: The first Intel board for i7 or any server or multi CPU board, I would guess that cutout would work on 90% of Intel boards.
But, AMD board partners where always offered the flexibility of no dedicated NB, to put the CPU, ram, mosfets....blah, blah, you see where I am going. Intel mobos had a definite structure, the CPU was generally always with in an inch or so on most motherboards.
Now things are different and unless there are some kind of Intel guidelines they have to follow, I see the CPU moving lower on the board, maybe ram on top. We are just still stuck in this stupid ATX Intel TAC chassis design that is not very necessary anymore. Antec is starting the revolution with their new psu.
Yeah I'll finish the book now (these are just my thoughts). I don't see the chip staying up top where all the heat lies, now that it does not have to. So, I don't think every case maker is going to start putting a hole in the back.
Have got to lay off the coffee this late at night. My apologies for the short story (or rambling none-sense) I haven't a clue.
Good night all.
now I have to try and sell my current case:D
Coolermaster ATCS 830??
Not a bad strategy. If it the design works, no point in changing it - just shrink it.
I think the Gladiator 600 and Storm Scout and they are done for the year unless they are designing a new one I could see some more black editions like the HAF 932.
I cannot find anywhere or anything about this
I made a more comprehensive list when I was decidigint whether or not to get it, I'll see if I can dig it up
Still IMO, the 690 is better than the 922.
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here we go with the dust filters...
Dont know where does it come from, run the vacum once a week, it is a water thing, not the old fashioned ones. It is probably the carpet, i'll rip off everything one day when i get pissed off.
I wouldnt mind them moving the cpu to the lower part of the board. Would make more sense.