VPN: X-QPACK2-BK/500
Product ReviewsAPEVIA X-QPACK2-BK/500 Black Computer Case With Side Panel Window
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 Rating: Review Date: 01/19/09  |
Cons: loud fans
Pros: nice lookingcheaptemperature panel |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/14/08 |
Cons: bought open box, should probably got the silverstone. replaced psu for modular one. does not close completely with new psu. easy to install. loud.bought open box, should probably got the silverstone. replaced psu for modular one. does not close completely with new psu. easy to install. loud.
Pros: bought open box, should probably got the silverstone. replaced psu for modular one. does not close completely with new psu. easy to install. loud. Comment:
bought open box, should probably got the silverstone. replaced psu for modular one. does not close completely with new psu. easy to install. loud. |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/25/08 |
Cons: Small and compact when working inside itFor a Media Center computer, its open style with lights are distractingPSU I don't fully trust but for a Media Center it should get the job done.
Pros: PriceMotherboard Tray slides outLCD Temp Gauge in frontHandle in front (but I'm not 100% comfortable using it) Comment:
Needed a case that was mATX and also had a decent PSU for use with a Media Center for an HDTV. This fit the bill on what I needed. The motherboard tray is great as it might be next to impossible to do it without one. Very limited space inside when you place a DVD drive in with a couple of HDDs. The plexiglass is cool to check out the LED lights built into the fans and case but for a Media Center, probably better if it was a solid case with no lights. The handle in the front feels sturdy enough but still not 100% sold on it. LCD display for the temperature is great and does come in handy when quickly checking to see if the temp inside is normal (1 for CPU and 1 for HDD). Overall its a great case for the price, I'm sure there are better HTPC cases out there, this is more of a Lanparty type PC case but I do needed to lug it around from time to time so this fit the bill. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/18/08 |
Cons: PSU is not modular, all aluminum would have been preferred over partial plastic construction, PSU fan has no LED despite being adverstised as such,
Pros: Looks, included PSU, reasonable price, slide out motherboard tray, small size Comment:
I bought this case for a system I was building for my gf about a month ago. So far its worked out great and probably was easier to build in than if I had chosen the Sugo SG01 case over it; probably looks better overall too. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/12/08 |
Cons: changed to modular psu and it blocks one of the case screws from being used. cheaply made. loud
Pros: looks nice, light as a feather. Comment:
bought open box, should probably got the silverstone. replaced psu for modular one. does not close completely with new psu. easy to install. loud. |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/18/08 |
Cons: Fragile because of aluminium. You must handle this with care. Poor quality of fans. One died so I replaced all of them with ANTEC LED fans. Comes with CHEAP 500W PSU. It died after 3 months of use. I was lucky to have in hand another one (Enermax FMA 460W). Now it works like a charm. Very little space when mounting your computer. It took me more than hour to place all the components because i had some difficulty to screw and place all the wires.
Pros: Small, compact and light. Perfect for those who needs space. Sleek design. Handle in front of case very useful if you want to transport it to LAN party's. Comment:
Well, this case is worth the money because it came with a PSU (even if it is a cheap one. Some minor flaws needs to be fixed in my humble opinion. LCD temperature screen is neat too, but not necessary. Still I'm happy of my purchase. |
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Rating: Review Date: 11/02/07 |
Cons: Front metal mesh pushes out easily and it is impossible to put back on.
Pros: Small form factor, with handle makes it great for transportation. Can be carried with one hand. Easy installation, lots of room for a fairly-loaded computer. Comment:
Excellent case for a small form factor computer. Front metal handle makes taking it places extremely easy. With the use of a backpack, you can pack up your computer and bring it anywhere in one trip (including monitor in the other hand). Easy installation with removable motherboard tray. Lots of room for everything. Connecting cables is a little annoying, but otherwise great. Only complaint is that the front metal mesh pushes in and breaks off really easy. I had to superglue it back on to the front, otherwise perfect. |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/05/07 |
Cons: none so far
Pros: price,looks Comment:
I was a little leary of this case at first after reading about lots of failed power supplies in the original qpack cases. seesms they have fixed this ussue in the qpack 2 cases as the power spply is running cool and putting out correct power levels. this case looks very sharp and has pretty good ventilation for a matx case. so far very impressed with the case. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/03/07 |
Cons: extra cables and little space aggravate lack of cable management
Pros: Small, largely compatible with Q-XPACK, standard power supply (not tested) Comment:
Bought one of these as a replacement to a Q-XPACK (i.e., the first model). Was pleasantly surprised to find a lot of the hardware is exactly the same as the Q-XPACK: motherboard tray, drive assembly. Install was really fast as a result. The sides/top of the case is the same size as the Q-XPACK, although I think the Q-XPACK's is a little sturdier. I bought a refurb with sharp gouge on the outer case, so I just used my old wrapper.The extra inch of depth is mostly in the front of the case and in how the parts fit within the assembly. The design is nicer than it looks in photos. Fan LED is definitely much brighter than the Q-XPACK. How much brighter? Well, my next purchase is probably going to be a fan.Lack of power cable management is one downside here. The cables are wired directly into the power supply, so unless you're willing to cut them you're probably going to end up with at least one that you're not using. That's pretty typical, but it hurts a little more here; There's more cables than the Q-XPACK, and not much space to hide them away.Of course, it's much too early to see how the power supply stands up.I was very pleased with the Q-XPACK right up until the power supply started wavering. The Q-XPACK2 seems to have everything I liked about the Q-XPACK, plus the (theoretically) more robust and standard power supply. Even if the power supply isn't as robust as I'm expecting, being able to swap it is a major benefit. |
Had this case for 2 years now. It's a great case overall and it looks pretty cool. The lights are cool and they light up my computer area of my room when I turn off the room lights. If you need this for an HTPC setup, I would suggest a different case because this case is too big and flashy for that purpose. Fans are pretty loud so you can upgrade to the ultra silent ones if noise is a concern to you. After 2 years of use, the amount of dust collected is actually not too bad, I've had really really worse before.