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Product ReviewsCOOLER MASTER COSMOS 1000 RC-1000-KSN1-GP Black Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail
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 Rating: Review Date: 09/10/10  |
Cons:
- a bit heavy- no wheels come with it- non used 3.5 slots with grille are easy to catch dust
Pros: - durable- hard drive slots are easy to slide out- very well disgned with bursh aluminum- |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/13/10 |
Cons:
Very Heavy, Fragile front usb ports.
Pros: Full of space Comment:
This Case is just AMAZING.i replaced my old case just because i used to cut my self with the borders because there was missing space to work with the hardware. but i was SHOCKED when i first saw it. it is HUGE. if you like big stuff. buy this !!! it has a lot of room for hard drives, a lot of room for video cards if you wanna SLi them. I was able to fit in a Thermaltake Big Typhoon in it with NO TROUBLE (which would have been impossible in my older case). The edges are all rounded so you wont cut yourself. The buttons makes your life easier playing with the drives. the thumb screws are very practical and you dont need a screw driver (Which by the way is provided with the case... the screwdriver i mean).This case comes with a lot of useful accessories.i 100% recommend it but there's one thing that is making me mad now (after a few years). all my front USB ports got broken (physically). So try to not mess to much with the cables you plug in front. |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/10/10 |
Cons: Cable management
Pros: Solid, fine finish, slick clean look, very large, open space, decent setup inside and out, built with quality and indegrity. A high end chassis. Comment:
This is a very large case and heavy! The handles do come in handy. It is very solid with a nice aluminum brush finish on the front and sides. Nice features as well as accessories. Case is definitly worth the price, as I seen with the build quality. The front panel door closes with a builtin magnet, closes like a refrigerator. Easy to install all hardware components. The main issues I have with the case is difficult cable management, takes time to do it right. The cables are not able to run inbehind the motherboard otherwise the back panel won't fit. It would of been nice to have the option of a clear side panel instead of purchasing it. |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/11/09 |
Cons: Heavy for a full (also really solid, so half of a weakness)Expensive
Pros: SolidBest looking case, In my opinion not flash led just pure awsomenessLOT OF ROOM Triple SLI EasilySoooo QuietFilter for dust everywhere Comment:
Best case I ever had, if you want something quiet that's solid with alot of room get it. Also get ride of the vga wind it's useless and easy to remove. |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/21/09 |
Cons: Don't buy this case if you're going to be moving your case a lot. It's not meant to be nimble. The weight is simply biblical. Be a bit careful with the doors and a few other components, there are some _very_ sharp edges on this case!
Pros: This thing is a TANK. Solid, well made and attention to detail everywhere. The removable hard drive bays make managing HDDs a snap. Cable management was pretty good, with lots of spaces in the case for sneaking cables about. The doors are very nice and easy to remove. The "push to install" media drive slots are a breeze and worked perfectly on the first try. The built in fans appear to be much improved over the first revision. They now have 3-pin Y cable connectors (with standard power adaptors included) and seem almost inaudible once the doors are on. Comment:
I would definitely recommend this case to anyone who is looking to invest in a solid, well built and non-maneuverable case. Remember, this thing is not meant to be trudged out to a Lan every other day. It will keep your computer safe and very, very quiet.The "negative pressure" concept the stock fan arrangement uses appears to be affective. It is plainly obvious that that air is not only being blown in through the intake fan, but that it is also being sucked in through the front of the case by negative pressure inside. And to boot, all areas that are can be "sucked" or blown in are well covered with dust covers. All around I'm very happy with my purchase. |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/20/09 |
Cons: None So far!
Pros: Very QuietLOTS of RoomTool FreeWell built Comment:
I bought this case for three main reasons. I knew I would be upgrading to double and triple SLI and didn't want to run out of room. I wanted to be quiet, and with the acoustic padding, seals on the side panels, and no side or front fans make this a reality. And of course I wanted I nice looking case. It is a beautiful case. Inside and out. I also knew it would be inside my desk, so a side fan wouldn't have worked. The tool free setup handy too. It could be easier to add a DVD player or hard drive. Filters on the air intakes keep the case dust free. Very Satisfied with this case! |
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Rating: Review Date: 11/23/08 |
Cons: HDD ventilationCheap fans
Pros: Cool DesignLots of roomQuality builtAttention to details Comment:
This has got to be the Cadillac of computer cases. And just like a Cadillac, it is big and heavy. It is however the best quality case I've seen. It has some really nice extras like the rubber gaskets around the side panels for extra insulation, and the acoustic padding on the side panels for even more noise reduction. The door is thick and heavy, not some cheap thin aluminum like on so many other cases. Inside, LOTS of room, and you can do some nice cable management in there. The case has air filters at all the air intakes, which is great, I get absolutely no dust in there. (Unlike my old computer, which looked like a vacuum cleaner inside, and sounded like one too!) The bars on top look cool and you'll need them if you want to move this thing around, cause this case is really heavy. Anyway, so much for the good stuff. The bad: no cover on the top I/O panel, the HDD cage is more of an HDD barbeque (you can put another fan on top of them for extra ventilation though, but it takes 3 drive bays), and some really cheap fans. The case comes with 4 Coolermaster DF1202512SELN fans, but you'll probably want to change them with something better. One of them was already busted, it was noisy and vibrating like crazy. I took it out and disassembled it just to see what's inside, and it's not good... The sleeve bearing was horrible, and it was packed with some grease which started to spread and leak all around... really ugly stuff. I changed all my fans with Scythe S-Flex. Anyway, nobody’s perfect though, and overall this case is still way better than many other overpriced cases (won't mention names, but their initials are LL). With this one, you get a great deal for your money. |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/09/08 |
Cons: Personaly : I don't need 6 hard drives..It's way too big, believe me, it's almost taking 2 persons to move it.
Pros: Alot of space (yes, ALOT)We can install everything in less than 30 minsTool-less installationGood cooling system5 3.25 baysGood cables managementGood quality Comment:
This case is HHUUGGEE. It's really heavy and you it's taking alot of space BUT it's probably the best case you can buy. It's huge so you have alot of space, it's really easy to install the components and the cable management system is pretty good. The cooling system is another good point, 4 120mm (and you can use another fan on the harddrives) is awesome. |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/21/08 |
Cons: Front door could latch better, Better cable management
Pros: Excellent Air Flow, Easy intallation of component, Great internal and external design Comment:
Well this is my 6th build and by far this build was the easiest. My EVGA Nforce 790I Ultra, E8400 Oc'ed to 4.2 G on air, 2 x 9800 GT SLI and 6 1TB Drives was easy to install and keep clean and with good airflow. The bottom PSU mount cuold be a problem for some, but a good modular PSU has the cable length you need anyway. The only thing is it makes my components look very small when installed, its that big. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/29/08 |
Cons: no HDD coolingHeavy when all components are installedfront door swings open a little too often
Pros: Huge = lots of air flowPlenty of HDD spaceAesthetically pleasing Comment:
I bought this case after I read some rave reviews about it. Let me just say that I am not disappointed. This thing is big, yet the case itself was easy to lift prior to part installation. Since this was my first build, I couldn't really compare to other cases. It was extremely easy to install all components into this case. Very silent, easy to remove side panels. Hard drive installations were straightforward. Optical drive installation was foolproof. Even came with a nice case containing straps, mini-screwdrivers (although one was magnetized), and a boatload of screws. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/01/08 |
Cons: Bit heavy, cable openings could be bit closer to motherboard for ATX systems
Pros: Tones of room, great design, above average cable management, keeps components cool, very quiet! Comment:
Quickly installed my s939 system in it - while I wait for Deneb XD - even with a un-thought out cable design it is still very clean! keeping my x2 4400+ a 2.8Ghz w/stock hsf a 35C idle, 55C load. Great price for the case over more expensive Lian-Li or Silverstone! |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/21/08 |
Cons: Can't stack these on top of each otherNo intrusion detection switchSide panels can't be locked shutA little large to fit under a deskBottom-mounted PSU might cause some issues for people
Pros: Extremely quiet - comes with soundproofingComes with 4 stock 120mm fansRuns coolVery roomyExcellent Hard Drive BaysExcellent wire routingSleek, stylish lookEasy access inside caseSturdy buildAmazing screwless design for 5 1/4" bays Comment:
This is, by far, the best case I have ever bought. I purchased this case to house my home server, running an E6600 CPU, P9657AA Mobo, and 4x500GB Seagate Barracuda 16MB Cache. The airflow is phenomenal, pulling air through the hard drives to cool them before pulling into the main area of the chassis. The system runs cool as ever no matter what load it's put under, and despite its weight, it's still great to carry around with the handles that are built into it. It comes with a ton of screws as well as a handy carrying case for all the supplies it comes with, including mini screwdrivers and tiewraps. Overall, a top-notch chassis no matter what your budget is. This review was modfied by poster g 07-21-08 10:40 AM This review was modfied by poster @ 07-21-08 10:30 AM |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/16/08 |
Cons: Big
Pros: Lots of room, good construction, tons of extras Comment:
Overall this is a very nice case. There's plenty of room to work in, lots of options for cable routing (it comes with about 20 smaller cable ties, and around 10 adhesive ones you can use to route and clean up the cables. These come in a nice metal carrying case with all the screws, not just a bag.The 5 1/4" drives are held in place with a really nice locking button. Just slide the drive in and press it and you're done, no screws at all. The hard drives are held in trays with rubber grommets, so there's no vibrating or noise.So far the only problems I've had with this case are its sheer size; It's absolutely massive and won't fit under my desk, and the super bright power and HD leds on the front. If you sleep next to this thing you'll probably want to unplug them or cover them up. |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/04/08 |
Cons: its quite heavy !!
Pros: Quiet, Well bilt & no tools needed. Comment:
Bought this case for a customer that wanted a quiet gaming machine well this case does the job !! The finish is very nice and the side panels are easy to remove. The only thing about this case it is very heavy with every thing inside like 50lbs ~ 55lbs but atleast you know it wont tip over !! |
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Rating: Review Date: 06/25/08 |
Cons: There are lighter cases out there, could have more fans, others might not like the tool less design system used and finally the front door panel can be annoying.
Pros: Solidly built, lots of space and good organization of components, lots of ports of the front panel, adequately cooled by the large fans, pretty silent (conditional on parts inside). Comment:
Overall this is a great case in my opinion, I don't regret the purchase for a second. One of my only serious gripes is the weight. If you plan on moving your case often (like LAN and party gaming) buy something that's lighter (unless ya don't mind the heft). The handlebars on the top and bottom are GREAT and do alleviate the weight issue somewhat, they make moving (read, usually sliding) it around and tilting it over to get access a pleasure. For those building a large home workstation or gaming rig that will sit in a room for years, this will do nicely.The other bit that might bother is the front door. It is magnetically sealed on contact, and then flips open to around 160 degrees. The problem being if you open and close your DVD tray constantly it can be annoying opening and closing the panel (note, the magnets are weak enough that your DVD tray probably can push it open). Fortunately, it's easy to completely remove the panel if desired. I leave it on, it has a dampening effect on the HDD noise.Apart from that I really like almost everything about it. It's spacey! I open it up and I can get at everything real easy without much effort at all. The case has decent ambient thermals and overall airflow especially considering the number of fans and the fact that it's pretty quiet. Oh and I like the panels, flip a little switch down on the back and they just pop out. Makes me smile every time. You get what you pay for, good quality. Personally I like the tool less design too.Just a side note, I did know about the S revision at the time of my purchase. I chose to buy this version because from the reviews I read there was little to no thermal improvement to the revision, and I don't believe in paying an extra 50-60 dollars for a sleek design. I found none of the other features to be of any use so opted for this version.In the end, my gripes are minor and I am extremely happy! If your aiming for silence (close as possible) and performance like me, this case comes highly recommended. Just a tip, if you want a good PSU to complement it and be silent, modular and powerful aim for the Corsair 1000HX. Thanks to Linus at NCIX for recommending that to me. |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/24/08 |
Cons: The front door could of had a stronger magnet, could of been a little taller....
Pros: Lots of space. easy to work with... Comment:
Great case for WC and cable management,clean i dont hardly get any dust, like Antec P182 or 900.... silent great choice |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/23/08 |
Cons: MASSIVE OVERHEATING
Pros: Lots of Drive Bays Comment:
This has got to be the worst case for a server system ever.I put a ASUS KFSN4-DRE System loaded up DUAL CPU's and Six Hard drives. I run it for about 2 minutes and the CPU is at 75C and rising. I am now looking at significantly modifying the case to get it to cool down. I am looking at drive bay fans, cutting a hole in the side for more fans, etc. I still have not got it to run long enough to try the Hard Drives but I am sure they will require a case mode not to overheat as well. Stay away from this case at all costs. Maybe try a plastic bag it will work better. |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/12/08 |
Cons: heavy
Pros: bigno tools needed looks good Comment:
this thing is huge, my friend has one at his house and wedid't use a screwdrver once to install anything expect the hd drvies, i rather go with the comsos s cause it looks beter. lol |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/09/08 |
Cons: a little pricey
Pros: ample spacebeautifulgood airflowsturdy Comment:
This case is huge it fits all you need looks beautiful and does not heat up like an oven. The manual was very easy to understand and it took no time at all to set my new computer up |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/04/08 |
Cons: Heavy, Huge.
Pros: Strong Case, Good Looks, Sounds Dampening, Very Good Front I/O Panel, lots of space to work. Comment:
When I actually got my case I was surprised at how big it actually was. The case barely fit through my door, and because of it's awkward shape and size took two people to get it down the stairs. After we got it down, it was nothing but a dream after that. Good cable management and smart HDD drawers make the inside sleek. The many options for fan mounting keep the case cool. And the front I/O panel has every connector you would ever need. A great case. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/17/08 |
Cons: - heavy- less than 1cm clearance behind door- poor hd cooling setup (more in summary)- side panel latching bar prevents cable routing (more in summary)- no removable motherboard tray
Pros: - excellent construction quality- easy-to-use 5.25" locking mechanism- spacious- watercooling ready- built for silence Comment:
This case is a very nice one to work with. It's roomy and has an excellent construction with very few sharp edges (fan grills are somewhat sharp so be careful).The foam used on the doors is a very thick memory-like type foam that is excellent in reducing noise but it traps heat in quite well so you want some good airflow fans setup (it does include 4 fans however). Airflow is ok but most people will want to mount a fan over the hd bays as there is a huge heat buildup in that area.The panel locking mechanism is a very easy system but the locking bar unfortunately prevents some cable routing possibilities behind the motherboard tray. The only other downside is the door and how it sits quite close to the bays so you can't put in any fan controllers or breakout boxes like the X-Fi ones. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/16/08 |
Cons: No active cooling for hardrive bay, no removable mobo tray
Pros: Solid, Easy on the eyes, Quiet Quality Comment:
This case is sweet, its big, its bright, its just nice to touch an gawk at. Its heavy tho when loaded wow, very nice touches with the silent qualitys of this case. I do miss a removable mobo tray but there is tons of room. Lack of a fan moving air across my 4 raptor array leaves me wanting. This case is a slam dunk for anyone. Dam its big tho. lol.Enough room up top for a twin rad as well maybe even a triple in a slimline rad............Alex |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/10/08 |
Cons: Heavy but hey, it's made of real metal.
Pros: Lots of room. Great fit and finish. Really easy to work on. Comment:
This has to be one of the nicest cases I have ever worked on - and I've worked on many. The cable management is good and there is tons of room to great your hands in and around the inside of the case. Great if you're looking for a case that will hold everything plus a cooling system. I have a Freezone cooler and there is still room for a rad at the top of the case if I want to add a video and NB cooling loop later. There is simply so much room in this case that I am thinking of putting in a studio apartment for rent. Seriously, if you need lots of room and don't care how heavy the case is, this is the case you should be looking at. For only $190, it is a great value when compared to TJ09, the Black Pearl and others. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/03/08 |
Cons: Huge Case, Cable Management could be better
Pros: A Lot of room to work inside, HDD Case, Good Ventilation, Comment:
The best case i have ever tried, working in it is a charm lots of room to work in. The little plan that comes with it to install different Motherboard size is really usefull |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/27/08 |
Cons: Price tag, and heavy as sin, stock case fans are a little loud, and fairly lame
Pros: Big, roomy, amazing cable management capabilities, great for water cooling, pre drilled holes for tubing, sound dampening material, extremely high build quality, Comment:
I really can't say enough about this case, my friend who thinks his Antec P180 is the best thing since socks, is even about to convert to this case, the only thing holding him back is the sentimental value that he has placed on it, b.c he got it for x-mas last year. This case is great for people who are skilled or new to modding, it is massive, lots of room. When you have skill and ability to cable manage it doesn't get any better then this case, I put a triple rad on the top, I had to drill some holes, but its perfect now, drilled some holes in the bottom for my water pump. It looks godly, my laptop is louder then my system in that case, and my laptop is near silent. It weighs over 65lbs, with a single video card a nice high quality PSU, only 2 HDD's I have replaced all the fans with with Scythe ones 90cfm ones they pump out the air like no other, and are quieter then the stock ones. Price is still a little steep, and it can be an intimidating price, but it is well worth the price and once you see it, you can only respect it. |
one of the best purchase and owned it for over 2 years. love the power supply on the bottom. Very well designed with insulation pad on the side panel keeping the tower quiet. zero heat problem even when overclocked coz great ventilation (top+ bottom grille with filters to block dust).