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Reviewed Date: 05/24/2010 |
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CSAZ Helios 910R |
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| AzzA has really done a great job with this case. They thought of many little things that just make this case appealing to anyone who is looking to build a computer. With a price of around $70 CDN, this case is a great value for the money. |
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Reviewed Date: 02/24/2010 |
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CSAZ Helios 910R |
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| The AZZA Helios 910 is a good looking case for those wanting the combination of a black interior with nine drive bays. |
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Reviewed Date: 02/15/2010 |
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CSAZ-1000R Solano 1000R |
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| The AZZA Solano 1000R is built with high-quality Japanese steel, solid and sturdy yet not too heavy. With its bright red interior and a cool black exterior, this is one case that is sure to stand out from the rest. I am definitely blown away by the red interior, which I just cant stop staring at, and it is made more obvious by the black exterior. When all is considered I believe the Solano 1000R is definitely value for money before, and even more so after rebate. |
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Reviewed Date: 02/15/2010 |
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CSAZ Helios 910R |
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| With an ultra-efficient cooling system, an awesome black on red color scheme, lots of room for drive expansion and a price starting at $79.99, this case has promising future for any PC enthusiast. |
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Reviewed Date: 11/25/2009 |
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CSAZ Helios 910R |
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| The Helios 910R is a great PC case that cost less than a $100. The red and black color combination stands out to make the case look much more upscale. I would highly recommend this case for anyone looking for a budget case for the home or small office needs. After thoroughly testing this case for about a week, I rate it 4.5 out of 5 and recommend it to everyone. |
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Reviewed Date: 12/04/2009 |
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CSAZ Helios 910 |
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| I will be testing the AZZA Helios 910 against my Antec Nine Hundred case. I will be using Everest Ultimate Edition to record CPU, Motherboard, Video card and HDD temps over a 30-minute test period. (The results are:) In both tests (idle and load) there was a significant improvement on temps with the AZZA Helios 910. Under load the AZZA was a whopping 7*C cooler! That is a significant temperature variant there!
Did I say earlier that this was a seemingly simple case? This case is far from simple. Underneath a sleek quiet exterior is a monster mid level case. With exceptional cooling and simplicity in the build, I have to say that AZZA has another gold plated winner.
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Reviewed Date: 12/04/2009 |
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CSAZ-1000R Solano 1000R |
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| The AZZA Solano 1000R Gaming Case is a flashy looking, full-sized tower that features a painted interior for that little bit of extra appeal and eye candy. Well, a flashy interior that is completely painted is not the only strong point of the AZZA Solano. It offers plenty of room for expansion and upgrades, as well as flexibility to use water cooling if you desire to do so. Although I think only the most hard-core gamers would want to use water cooling, as the numerous fans provide ample airflow to keep your CPU, video card and other components running nice and cool. Pros: Interior painted case for full color inside, Plenty of room for easy installation and setup, Great cooling from variety of fans, Removeable HD cages |
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Reviewed Date: 12/04/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| I am impressed with the overall design, and style of the AzzA Fantom 900 case. It possesses many unique qualities that have not been included in any other case design. I especially like the removable HDD cage with the pre-mounted 140mm fan, the oversized 230mm fan on top, and the side panel design. The Fantom 900 case features a brushed aluminum finish, it includes a total of (4) fans that have been optimized for noise reduction. Pros: Really Cool Design; Oversized 230mm Fans; Solid Front Panel; Included Thumb Screws; Cool Lighting Throughout. |
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Reviewed Date: 11/25/2009 |
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CSAZ Helios 910 |
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| If you¡¯re looking for a good mid-tower case with excellent quality, you can¡¯t go wrong with the Helios 910. I try to go into every case review looking for something to complain about, or something that stands out to help separate cases from each other, since there are just so many different choices out there. So far Azza cases have never shown me anything to complain about. Each time I pull one out of the box and tear it apart, all I find is a well constructed, polished and quality case. Did I find something that stands out? Well we found a few areas where they had scrimped to keep the costs down, but you won¡¯t really notice it and Yes there were standout areas. A fully painted chassis is one area that really stands out, the power supply pads and hard drive cage padding jump up and scream to be recognized as well as the rubber grommet water cooling holes and superior air circulation. Azza steps up to the plate and knocks it out with the Helios. |
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Reviewed Date: 11/25/2009 |
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CSAZ Helios 910R |
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| I give AZZA a great deal of credit for producing another nice case in the sub-$100 range. We have tested cases the were not better than this and cost nearly twice the price. We particularly liked the red finish on the case itself, it makes the case standout from a cheap generic cases offered at around this price. We highly recommend this case for those that are looking for a cheap secondary case or a new case to build a new system in. |
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Reviewed Date: 11/25/2009 |
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CSAZ-1000R Solano 1000R |
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| This case is definitely going to be taking over my top spot. For $109 to $129 you are getting a high quality gamer inspired case. It comes with all the bells and whistles and from the moment you pull it out of the box you are going to be impressed with it. Azza looked at what the DIY¡¯r and gamer crowd were doing and were inspired by it. This inspiration led to quality components, massive cooling, easy to use mounting and amazing looks. This case is definitely a step or two above the mass marketed rubbish tossed to us from most manufacturers. And at this price point you are getting a steal, especially when you consider it is a fully painted chassis, something normally associated with a much higher price. So don¡¯t think you need to scrimp on a case, for just a little extra money you are going to step up in a major way with the Solano 1000. You just can¡¯t go wrong with this one folks. |
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Reviewed Date: 11/25/2009 |
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CSAZ-1000 Solano 1000 |
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| With all things considered this case is worth the money. As mentioned in Azza¡¯s take on this case it will satisfy some major needs of gamers and power users but not all. Extremely silent, plenty of air flow, has multiple holes in the back panel for wire management, compatible with liquid cooling¡If you¡¯re investing some money into a computer and want it to look good, be silent and cool but don¡¯t want to spend a fortune to have the best of the best than this case definitely worth a look and should be considered as one of your choices. |
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Reviewed Date: 10/20/2009 |
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Titan 850 |
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| The Azza Titan 850W is a fine all-around product with good electrical performance. It is an efficient and cool running product, thus we are certain that overclockers are going to love its thermal performance. It is also very well made and Azza have selected high quality components, creating a very reliable and powerful power supply.
The Azza Titan 850W offers great all around performance to enthusiasts who do not care much about having a modular unit. Built with fine quality components and based on a good design it should prove to be a very reliable choice for everyone. It also sells for less money than other similar products making it a very competitive product in its class.
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Reviewed Date: 10/13/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| The noise levels of the AzzA Fantom 900 are very minimal, and not intruding at all. Well-built¡great airflow¡cable management¡great looks¡Overall this case is easily worth the money with its good looks and very high build quality, and it earns a 9.5/10: The Tech Arkade Golden Ghost Award! |
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Reviewed Date: 10/13/2009 |
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Titan 850 |
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| AZZA Titan 850W: good list of features; aesthetics are nice; non-modular design. The non-modular cables are fully sleeved; cables are acceptable; standard length unit to fit in any case. Solid performance across the board on a supremely loaded system; no fluctuations in voltage readings; fan operation very quiet. Reasonably scratch-resistant finish; internals have a good layout and workmanship is well done. Attractive price for an 850w unit; one of the least expensive in this segment. |
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Reviewed Date: 10/13/2009 |
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Spartan 101 |
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| AZZA Spartan 101 looked fantastic with its subtle blue LED fans and front light accenting, not overwhelming the Spartan theme. I really began to appreciate AZZA¡¯s stylish concept¡I think its bold appearance and functional design will satisfy a lot of gamers and enthusiasts looking for something a little different while |
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Orion 202 |
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| AZZA's Orion 202 combines an extreme gaming style and an excellent cooling performance, all in one. Take one look at it, you'll be impressed by its fierce exterior design!
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Spartan 101 |
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AZZA is trying to create a form of style and function built into a budget case to appeal to the budget gamer. The Spartan follows the design of AZZA's Orion series with features such as bold looks and efficient cooling with stylish LED fans.
With a retail price of $59.99 and $20 dollar rebates for the case everywhere, anyone can have a formidable looking gaming chassis for less than $40 bucks. Not bad. This case is perfect for those looking to build their first system or any budget minded gamer for that matter. The Spartan will firmly hold your hardware in place with a bit of flair at a very little price. A beginning builder will enjoy the easy to read instructions and the simple no-nonsense design, while enjoying the LED lighting of the fans and unique appearance of the Spartan when the build is completed. Of course, this case is not for everyone as we all have different tastes. This case does however, offer unique features at this price point with a very unique look.
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| I am impressed with the overall design, and style of the AzzA Fantom 900 case.
It possesses many unique qualitys that have not been included in any other case design. I especially like the removable HDD cage with the pre-mounted 140mm fan. The oversized 230mm fan on top, and the side panel design. The Fantom 900 case features a brushed aluminum finish, it includes a total of (4) fans that have been optimized for noise reduction.
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| So did Azza with the Fantom 900 live up to its ambitious goals? Hell yeah it did!
The appearance and quality is top notch and it¡¯s full of small thoughtful goodies that make it a step, or two, above its fellow 500+ cases. Thumb screws galore are located throughout this case making install and tear down a breeze. Airflow through their massive fans is superb and there is even room for more to be added (can we get it to hover folks?). Vibration damping, wire routing, it is a well thought out and laid out case!
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| Serious gamers need serious hardware; tons of fans and quality gear are a must. When we first reviewed the Solano 1000 we were incredibly impressed with its performance and ¡°bang for your buck¡± attributes¡In the end Azza showed me again why I like their products. Essentially it is the same case as the Solano, so why mess with a good thing it has all the good features of the Solano and a beautiful looking Bezel. I have just as much love for this case as I did the Solano and currently my two main rigs are sporting AZZA cases unless something miraculous happens and there is a whole new wave on new case designs coming that blow me away like the Azza series of chassis¡ If you are an enthusiast and want serious cooling with an awesome look this chassis is the one for you. |
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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Overall, the Fantom 900 is a really nice case and has the cooling capabilities that any gamer would want in an air cooled system.
The problem with going with a lower price point is the case will likely not include enough fans to keep the system inside cool or it will just be made so cheaply that the case will have problems from the start of the installation. I found the Fantom 900 is a nice median between going as low cost as you can with a case, and spending too much money for not much benefit. The Fantom 900 has great cooling and plenty of features to make installation and use simple and easy.
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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The Azza Solano 1000 is a superbly built Full ATX tower case. The Azza Solano 1000 features a beveled front panel with the tiny little Azza logo on it. The Azza Solano 1000, simply put, is a beast of a case. The quality and attention to detail, as well as the feature set found on many higher end cases, makes the Azza Solano a case of strong interest for anyone considering a gaming build. |
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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Overall the Solano 1000 is a very nice case and it has got a lot of things going for it. It¡¯s all blacked out design makes it easy on the eyes. It¡¯s actually fairly quiet for the number of fans inside due to the fact that the case uses large, low RPM cooling fans. It has plenty of room for loads of drives and the largest of video cards.
The build quality of the case is also very nice; everything is rounded where it needs to be and overall the Solano 1000 is very sturdy. Azza stepped it up a notch over Antec, though, with the larger fans and being overall quieter and cool without having to tweak fan speeds. The improvement to the drive cage design with the padding and ability to use standard hardware is nice too.
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Reviewed Date: 8/20/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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You may never have heard of the AZZA company, but we feel that if you read this entire review and pay special attention to all of the photographs we have taken that you will not only remember this company, but you might even give a great deal of consideration to buying this case.
That's a pretty bold statement is it not? That is how confident we are that you find a number of features in this case that makes it appealing not only to the case and computer enthusiast and overclockers as well thanks to more than adequate cooling system the Solano 1000 offers.
We feel that if you are in the market for a new case and want one that has a great deal of room and has near perfect airflow, then look no further and pickup one of these cases you will not regret it at all. |
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Reviewed Date: 6/25/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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| enjoyed the Azza Solano case very much¡KAs I pulled the case from its packaging I was quite impressed with the massive side fan, 23cm is huge! ¡KEvery gamer knows that the secret to having a kick-ass case is how well it manages cables (also there is some user skill involved). This case has some holes to thread cables through the back and a nice tunnel between the motherboard and drive bays to lay cables. Very nice to work in; little if any rough metal edges to gouge yourself on. |
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Reviewed Date: 6/25/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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| ¡§There is a lot to like about the AZZA Solano 1000 case. First is the painted black interior. Second is the ease of use of installation on the case. The ability to install extended ATX and Micro ATX motherboards gives maximum flexibility. Cooling on the case couldn't be better with no fewer than two 230mm fans, two 140mm fans and a 120mm fan providing plenty of airflow throughout the case and components. AZZA put a lot of thought into their Solano 1000 case and it really shows in the workmanship, and structure of the case. For these reasons I give it an Editor's Choice as it offers everything a gamer would want from a case and more.¡¨ |
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Reviewed Date: 6/25/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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| The AZZA Solano does have an extensive feature list and gets many of them right¡Kthe thumbscrew design on the PCI slots was a welcome change from the norm, something we usually see utterly fail but AZZA has done a fine job¡Ksharp aesthetics that show restraint¡Kquiet fans, good air circulation¡Kvery good value for a stylish gamer-oriented case that comes in at a great price tag under $100 USD. |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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| ¡°Would I recommend this case? Yes, I loved this case and its features in is so well made and performs so well for its price point I believe every serious gamer an enthusiast should try one of these out for themselves¡Even with some cons this is the best case I have ever used for that reason I give it an Editors Choice Award.¡± Justin Desjardins, Chief Editor at Overclockershq |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Solano1000 |
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| ¡°I was thoroughly impressed with the Solano 1000 case. The nicest cosmetic touch in my opinion is the fact that every square inch of steel panel, both inside and out, has been painted black¡I was quite pleased with the design of the Solano as well¡Having direct cooling for hard drives and two front intake fans without solid panel obstructions maximizes airflow for superior thermal performance. Adding not one but two oversize 230mm fans, one in the side and one in the top, with a third exhaust fan in the rear, ensures that no hot spots can develop inside¡¡°Given the high quality construction, the pleasing aesthetics and the number of features the Solano provides, this is a veritable bargain of a case, even without the rebate. OCIA.net awards the Azza Solano 1000 gaming case our Seal of Approval.¡± Shawn Knight, Owner, Overclock Intelligence Agency |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| ¡°I feel AZZA has done a lot towards attending to a lot of little things that add up to a better complete package ¡If you are looking for a black mid tower case with really good airflow on a tight budget, don¡¯t overlook the AZZA Fantom 900 as a choice in your bang for the buck pursuit. There aren¡¯t very many good looking cases in this price range as it is and definitely not many that offer what the Fantom 900 includes.¡± Chad Sebring, Cooling Editor at Tweak Town Pty Ltd |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Fantom 900 |
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| ¡°The AZZA Fantom 900 is a great case. For a budget minded gamer or someone starting off on their first build, this is a perfect case to put your hardware in. The case follows design cues from some other brands and it improves where others have fallen short. Cable management can be an issue for many but AZZA put a little detail and effort into the motherboard tray to make installation a good looking success. The water cooling grommets are a nice touch, but really this case's strength is its air cooling features. The large fans included do their job nicely while cooling efficiently and staying quiet while looking good. It's really hard to find anything more for the price than the Fantom 900 especially in terms of quality and how well things line up in fit and finish. Sure, cases are a rather personal choice in terms of looks as some like things plain while others are looking for glitz and glam. The Fantom 900 offers a little bit of both with bold things like large LED fans but offers a little elegance with a brushed aluminum front panel and a chrome accent. All around the AZZA Fantom 900 is a pleasure to work with, from installation to viewing it on your desk.¡± erocker, TechPowerUp |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Solano1000
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| ¡°The AZZA Solano 1000 boasts a ridiculous number of fans, some the size of small desk fans. If this thing can't keep the ambient temperature down, nothing can. It's a roomy, full-tower case with lots of?hard drive?mounts and plenty of room for even the most massive power supply.? The AZZA Solano 1000?peaks?at a frosty 38?degrees?under load; in the BIOS before booting, it's normally around 32 degrees. That's with a pair of Radeon HD 4870's inside¡There is a ton of room inside the Solano. The drive bays are mounted well forward, and the open-air design means you won't have to worry about stuffing parts behind various beams.? The wires for the various buttons and audio jacks are conveniently run behind the motherboard mounting tray, so you don't have to worry about routing them. ?The actual act of putting a?computer?together inside the Solano was a breeze. Everything fit, including our full ATX motherboard, our oversized CPU cooler, our pair of ATI Radeon HD 4870 graphics cards (and we checked: A 4870 X2 would also fit), and our big 1KW power supply all had room to spare.¡±???? Joe Durham Jr., Senior Technology Anaylist, Extremetech |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Solano1000
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| ¡°There is a lot to like about the AZZA Solano 1000 case. First is the painted black interior. Second is the ease of use of installation on the case. The ability to install extended ATX and Micro ATX motherboards gives maximum flexibility. Cooling on the case couldn't be better with no fewer than two 230mm fans, two 140mm fans and a 120mm fan providing plenty of airflow throughout the case and components. AZZA put a lot of thought into their Solano 1000 case and it really shows in the workmanship, and structure of the case. For these reasons I give it an Gamer's Choice as it offers everything a gamer would want from a case and more.¡± Written by Elric Phares Edited by Evan Oliver, Gamepyre.com |
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Reviewed Date: 5/12/2009 |
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Solano1000
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| ¡°While we find many LED-strewn cases to err on the gaudy side, it¡¯s cases like the Solano 1000 that reminds us of the tasteful ways an LED can be used. The Solano really does look sleek with its matte black finish and gentle blue glow...Taking a closer look at the case, a few things stand out right away: First off, there is a lot of fan here. Two 140mm fans attached to the HDD cages dominate the front. The giant side fan has a twin in the top of the case that¡¯s hidden behind a finned grill when viewed front-on. Finally, a single 120mm fan is mounted in the rear. AZZA has made sure that the Solano will move plenty of air in a hurry¡It is rare to find a HDD cage that looks cool on its own, but here we have one. ..There is plenty of room for cable management, and the box of little parts even includes a few high-quality cable ties. Everything except the motherboard is mounted with thumbscrews, and the Solano comes with more than enough to get the job done¡ Though we found a few nit-picky flaws, we think it¡¯s a generally great case for the price.¡± CB Droege, Icrontic |
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