Test System

Assembly

Installing the motherboard itself is done by traditional means, but you have to install the block and pump assembly with the help of the supplied parts first. I chose to install the device with its tubing on the right because that is the way Deepcool markets its installation. Also, having the tubing on the left would not work due to space limitations. You may install the unit in any direction you like as long as it fits. Once the motherboard is installed, it becomes apparent that there is plenty of space for potent GPUs - even without breaking out the divider.


To install 3.5" drives, you first have to take out the cage to add them to the cage outside the confines of the chassis. The connectors should be facing outward, with the drives held in place by screws which pass through rubber rings as an anti-vibration measure. Once filled, simply place the cage back into the chassis and secure it with its thumbscrew.


Adding 2.5" units is done in a similar fashion as you pick a tray of your choice, take it off the back of the motherboard tray, and fill it. Once the drive is secured, simply put it back. The connectors should be facing away from the lip of the tray for as much compatibility as possible with the PSU's cable strand.


Speaking of the power supply: it is added via an opening underneath the shroud and is secured by using screws and a screwdriver. As previously mentioned, there is plenty of space here, so you should not run into any major issues even with bigger units.


With everything installed, the front of the Deepcool Gamer Storm Genome makes a great and clean impression. All the cable mess is effectively hidden behind the motherboard tray and underneath the shroud.

Finished Looks

Once all the panels are back in place and the system has been turned on, a gentle glow will spreads across the double helix reservoir and the front, with a pulsating light eminating from the pump and block assembly. You will also find a white LED in the top of the chassis to let you know that the system is up and running.


In the front, the liquid moves through the reservoir with small LEDs putting a visual focus on this element. It is only really apparent in the dark, but Deepcool has improved this element by adding stronger LEDs to the Genome's production units. You can clearly see the hardware and some of the PSU through the large window, while the rear holds no real surprises, with everything being as accessible as it should be.