Introduction
I'd like to thank
Thermaltake for supplying the Chaser MK-1 case for this review.
We have taken a look at many enclosures from Thermaltake in the past and this time around we have received the Chaser MK-1 chassis. In recent years Thermaltake has offered elaborately designed enclosures, which did not seem quite the sturdiest and - while the quality was always alright - never really impressing with what is possible. The Chaser MK-1 aims to change that and we are here to give this chassis a spin to see if Thermaltake has managed to iron out any shortcomings.
Specifications:
Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 |
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Color | Black |
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Drive Bays | (x4) 5.25", (x6) 3.5"/2.5" Drive Caddies |
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Form Factor | ATX, Micro ATX |
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Expansion Slots | 8 |
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Case Fans | Front (Intake) : 200 x 200 x 30 mm Colorshift fan x 1 (600~800rpm,13~15dBA) or120 x 120 x 25 mm x 2 (optional)Rear (Exhaust) : 140 x 140 x 25 mm TurboFan, 1000rpm, 16dBA or120 x 120 x 25 mm x 1 (optional)Top (Exhaust) :200 x 200 x 30 mm Colorshift fan x 1 (600~800rpm, 13~15dBA);200 x 200 x 30 mm x 1 (optional) or 140 x 140 x 25 mm x 2 (optional) or 120 x 120 x 25 mm x 2 (optional)Bottom (Intake) :120 x 120 x 25 mm x 1 (optional)Side (Intake) :200 x 200 x 30 mm x 1 (optional) |
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Dimensions | 567.9 x 237.0 x 581.6 mm (22.4 x 9.3 x 22.9 inch) |
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Weight | 11.6 kg / 25.6 lb |
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Switches | Power / Reset / Fan High / Fan Low / Lighting toggle switch |
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I/O | (x2) USB 3.0, (2x) USB 2.0 (x1) eSATA, (x1) Headphone, (x1) MIC |
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Packaging
Thermaltake ships the Chaser MK-1 in a sturdy full color package. The front holds an image of the chassis, while the rear goes into greater detail about its features and benefits. You will find two holes for easier transportation on the sides of the box.
Two thick Styrofoam spacers along with a plastic bag protect the unit from damage during the packaging and shipping process. As you can see our chassis made it safe and sound.
Content
Thermaltake gives you a full set of useful extras with the chassis. Each type of all-black screws is bagged separately and you also receive an extension cable, so that you may easily connect the PSU to the mainboard EPS Power plug. On top of that, there is a 3.5 inch adapter with a front to match the design of the chassis and a set of manuals.