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First Look At Wild New "Level 10" Concept PC Case

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the definite-style-points dept.

notthatwillsmith writes "Maximum PC just posted an exclusive hands on with Thermaltake's unique Level 10 case. This concept design features individual compartments for different components (each with dedicated cooling) all mounted on a black steel frame. The case looks like a prop from 2001, rendered in black steel instead of white plastic. It's absolutely unlike anything I've ever seen before."

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  1. very pretty by Em+Emalb · · Score: 2, Interesting

    but for me, and my company, ludicrous to even consider. Laptops and Desktops and Servers are all throw-away* commodities these days. I have no use for this. But wow, it's pretty.

    *recycle, Manbearpig thanks you.

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    1. Re:very pretty by PopeRatzo · · Score: 3, Interesting

      No normal geek could even think of moving this behemoth.

      First, who moves their desktop computer? The reason we have laptops is so that we can move them around. Desktops are meant to sit next to, or under, or behind the desk, in a closet, on a shelf (a strong shelf in this case).

      I have no problem with a 50-lb desktop case if it's quiet and keeps the computer's bits cool.

      I hate having my computer crash because of heat when I'm right in the middle of a stunt run in Burnout Paradise.

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    2. Re:very pretty by element-o.p. · · Score: 2, Interesting

      I live in Alaska, you insensitive clod! EVERYTHING costs more to ship than to build!

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    3. Re:very pretty by element-o.p. · · Score: 2, Interesting

      I don't move my desktop often, but it does happen. I once had to take my desktop to a database programming class because stupid Windows required a reboot after installing an ADO component, my VB/Oracle project required the ADO component to work, and the college PCs had something like Deep Freeze installed so that all changes were rolled back at reboot. Solution? Bring my desktop to class to demonstrate the project. It was a PITA, but I got an "A"

      I wish I had known Perl and Linux back then...or had a laptop. Or both :)

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  2. not very interesting by Nadaka · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I would prefer something with more class, more style, more customization and a price tag that doesn't make one vomit blood.

    This is going to be my next case. Wood and brass (fake brass, but close enough). Great thing about a wood case is that it is easily modifiable with simple household tools.
    http://www.nmediapc.com/htpc8000.htm

  3. Re:Anyone else remember the Cube? by nschubach · · Score: 2, Interesting

    If I wanted simple access to things, I'd by a server rack case with hot swap bays and a convenient door on the top of the case then mount it under my desk like a drawer. Come to think of it. That's what I want... Where are the computer desks with built in rails?

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  4. The price of two Lian Li 343B by Civil_Disobedient · · Score: 2, Interesting

    No thanks. I'll take my Big Black Box of Death over this modular monstrosity any day of the week (and for half the price).