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Thermaltake Kandalf Case
A Closer look: Exterior Case Structure
When we first look at the box, we are greeted with an attractive case that displays key points on the back. After opening the case, we see a lot of styrofoam packaging, as well as a protective bag for the case. After lifting the case out of the box, we note that the case weighs 48 lbs empty. While this seems like a heavy case (and it is for being empty), we must keep in mind the sheer size of this thing.
After setting it on the table, we can get a better look at the case. Take note that Thermaltake has taped the corners to prevent dings, as well as placed film over the side glass to prevent scratches. I think the window panel could use one of those 250mm fans Thermaltake uses on their Armor cases, but I'm sure that'll be thrown in for revision two. I'll note the window is very attractive, and provides enough glass area for you to see any lights in the case, including some that may be on the power supply (like mine has).
Moving on to the back edge of the case, we see the power supply tucked into the top corner, next to an 80mm fan. This is used as an exhaust fan for the heat from the upper hard drive cage. Below that, we have a standard 120mm blue LED fan, as well as 7 PCI slots.
Looking at the top of the case, we see there are plenty of vent holes for hot air to escape, as well as a circular touch-open hatch. This hatch houses 1 x firewire port, 2 x USB ports, 1 x microphone jack, and 1 x headphone jack.
Now let's have a look at the front of the Kandalf LCS ...