A Closer Look - Outside

Right out of the packaging, it becomes apparent that the chassis belongs to the P series. Antec has not changed much within the last few years in terms of the design. The front is protected by a layer of plastic as well, so you will get the chassis in pristine condition.


As with all P Series cases, the P100 comes with a door as a cover for the entire front. It can can be opened all the way to nearly touch the side panel, which may be convenient to those who like to keep it open most of the time. Behind the panel are the drive bays and a large dust filter. You will find the PSU bay in the bottom of the rear, with a lot of free room above the fan. This hints at a voluptuous interior capable of taking on water-cooling parts.


Both side panels are completely solid, which makes for great sound-dampening properties. That is it, nothing else to see here. Move right along.


Taking a closer look at the chassis' front cover, the bottom holds a small Antec logo on top of its aluminum panel, while the very top offers access to two USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports, alongside the usual audio plugs and the power/reset buttons. The two latter buttons are unfortunately identical in size and shape, which increases the likelihood of pressing the wrong button accidentially.


Just like the larger P280, the P100 offers a removable dust filter behind its cover. Taking it off reveals a 120 mm fan and a placement possibility for a second one. You may also install larger 140 mm units to this area of the chassis. Above these are the two 5.25" drive bays.


The PSU bay in the bottom of the rear comes with two sets of mounting holes, which gives you the freedom to install the power supply with the fan facing up- or downward. Above the bay are the seven expansion slots, alongside two larger rubber-grommet-equipped openings through which you can route water-cooling tubes out the back of the chassis. Another 120 mm fan can be found in the very top. Its role is to push air out the back of the P100.


In the top is a cut-out for two 120 mm or 140 mm fans, though it may also hold up to a 280 mm radiator. It is extruded slightly, giving you some more space internally. This opening is covered out of the box, so you will only have the best possible sound-dampening properties if you make a point of not using it. Looking at the bottom of the chassis, it is completely solid and only features a dust filter to protect the PSU bay's air vent. For easy cleaning, this filter may be pulled out the back of the case while it is standing up.