ZalmanT8 Mid-Tower ATX PC Case – Spectrum RGB Lighting Strip with Control Button, 5.25” ODD Support, USB 3.0, Preinstalled 120mm Rear Fan

Perfect for economy build. It has an open bay for a 5.25 optical drive for us that still want that and a light strip for some decorative appeal. Not to mention that you can route the cables behind the frame for a clean install.

I wanted to keep an optical drive which limited the available cases a lot. This one is slightly larger, but has plenty of space. It is sturdy enough and looks well made, especially for its price. I installed an mAPX board without any problems. Something to be aware of is that the RGB lights on the front are totally stand-alone with no connection to the motherboard. The R button on the top front selects between different lighting modes. The selected mode is retained when power is off. One of the selections is off, in case you don't want any lights.

Custom building your own PC is a hard job these days as the description doesn't really spell out just what will fit inside the case. However, I wanted a new mother board with a fairly powerful processor maily for video edition but also for a few games but with a NVME sticks for the OS plus 4/5 SATA drives HDD & SSD mix for plenty of storage from drives I had lying around. The Gigabyte MATX mobo B360M DS3H with a i5-9600K was a sweet spot and had 4 memory slots for 64 gb plus 6 Sata ports one which was shared with the NVME stick. So back to this case, all of this fitted in this Mid Tower with 2 x 3.5 inch HDD at the bottom, 2 x 2.5 inch drives at the top behind the CD drive slot and a SSD drive in the side. Added to this I had a 2 slot HD7770 Radeon video card in the PCIe 16 lane slot and a 4 port USB 3 PCIe card in the 4 lane slot as the x1 slot was covered up by the video card. For around $50 its good value in my estimation. DVD connections are a separate USB3 device sitting on top.

This case was received promptly and in new condition. It was a good price but that was reflected in its design. I attempted to install a Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 and it would not fit with the installed 120MM cooling fan. I happened to have a 90MM fan because I have been in IT for 30 years and the case had holes to mount it where the large fan had been. I had purchased a T6 previously and both where made of thinner than normal metal. Also, I had to be creative mounting a drive in the T6. Now back to the T8. I had to remove the drive mounting bracket at the bottom of the case in order to connect to power, LEDs, USBs, etc. This was not a problem until I tried to reinstall it but I couldn't due to the boards USB connectors. Luckily, I was only installing M2 drives on the board, so I just threw the mounting bracket away. I expect an ATX case to fit boards provided by major manufacturers. Many boards I am aware of have the case connections along the bottom edge. This prevents usage of the drive mounting bracket. Also, it was an inadequate design with the 120mm fan location too close to the back riser. After two of these cases, I will spend the few extra dollars next time.

One of the first things that caught my eye is the stunning Spectrum RGB Lighting Strip. The vibrant and customizable lighting adds a dynamic touch to my gaming rig, creating an immersive and visually striking experience. Whether I'm in the midst of an intense gaming session or simply enjoying the aesthetics of my setup, the RGB lighting elevates the ambiance to a whole new level.The inclusion of a 120mm rear fan ensures efficient cooling, contributing to optimal performance and longevity of internal components. The case also boasts a thoughtful layout that accommodates mATX and ITX motherboards seamlessly, providing builders with the freedom to customize their setups to their heart's content.Connectivity is a breeze with the conveniently located USB 3.0 port, catering to the demands of modern peripherals and ensuring rapid data transfer. Cable management is made easy with strategically placed routing options, resulting in a clean and organized interior. If you're in the market for a case that combines innovation with a sleek design, the Zalman T8 is an absolute winner. Highly recommended.

Love this case. tons of room for just about anything you need. I do recommend that you buy a 240 Thermalright AIO and flip the fans so it will intake the air. Thermalright makes a great RGB fan! Love this case! I have B650 Eagle AX and a Radeon 7600 the card fits great no issues!

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Since this was for using in an auditorium to operate a projector using PowerPoint the cover didn't matter. It has a AZUZ ROG type mother board with a AMD 6 core processor and 16 GB of RAM. Pretty light gauge sheet metal but seems strong and stiff enough for something rarely moved or handled.