Product ReviewsZalman Z11 Plus Mid Tower ATX Case Black 4X5.25 1X3.5 5X3.5INT No PS Front USB3.0 & Audio
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 Rating: Review Date: 02/06/14  |
Cons: the front usb 3.0 cables don't have a 20 pin internal connector you have to buy that separate or run them out the back into the rear panel
Pros: looks great, lots of room lots of fans |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/06/14 |
Cons: No Fan LED On/Off Button.
Pros: Fair Size, Great Cooling, Hand Front USB 3.0 Ports, and a Calm Blue LED Glow. Comment:
Bought this in early September of 2013.Great size fits everything i need but might be a tad to big for some. Lots of fans with a nice pull and push format....with 2 fans sitting adjacent the CPU HeatSink. Would Highly recommend those looking for a great Mid Tower for Gaming. |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/08/13 |
Cons: - Side panel is so difficult to slide in you'll begin to think of the most horrible ways of killing whoever designed it. Everything needs to be PERFECTLY aligned for it to go in. Yes, perfectly, as in with a margin of error of 0%. Worst, if you push a bit hard then pop goes the front panel and you're worst off then when you started. Say goodbye to that great feeling you get when you're finally finished newly built PC. - Cheapest case I've ever seen in this price range. Snap-off slot guards, really? Not even $50 cases get this bad.- People mention great airflow? This is probably their first case and they're conned by the pretty picture in the ad and fancy words (yes, like I was). There's absolutely nothing special about the airflow - it's actually a lot worse than my last case (temperatures on same setup are up ~8 degrees).- And the "tons of space" and "great cable management"? This case isn't from Harry Potter, what - The drive bay is so annoying you might as well just use an external USB enclosure for extra drives. Oh, and they don't tell you that there's a spot for SSD's on the right side panel until the LAST page, just so that you can take everything apart again and back together again. Truly evil.- USB 3.0? Hahaha, they just include USB 3.0 extension cables. This case is outdated, yet is still sold at near the original price.
Pros: - Looks good- Comes with four cable ties- Has fake USB 3.0 - who needs a real motherboard connector?- Instruction manual entirely consists of pictures and two-word sentences, so that anyone can understand them. Even cavemen.- Ensures you'll never need to buy another "ZALMAN" product again because you'll so pissed off with this one. Comment:
Made in China, designed in Hell. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/07/13 |
Cons: USB 3.0 doesn't plug into motherboard, and tight squeeze for 2nd power cord to motherboard, could have a few more hdd/ssd slots
Pros: The amount of fans that can be put in, great airflow, looks fricken sweet! Comment:
Overall this is a great case like I said great airflow, lots of fans, and looks super sweet.The second power cord (not the 24 pin) was a tight squeeze behind the motherboard as that input was at the top of the case and motherboard.The only thing I really didn't like was that the USB 3.0 connectors for the front do not connect into the front if the motherboard but has to be connected into the back panel wasting valuable back panel USB 3.0 ports.Loved this case and will use it again!!! |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/15/13 |
Cons: -Case Fans use system controlled cables only not four pin connectors-Stupid method to put hard drives into the case
Pros: Awesome lookingGood AirflowAdequate room Comment:
Very nice looking case, sturdy, good airflow. I bought it on sale for $60 and honestly wouldn't pay more than that for it cuz while it does look quite badass i wasn't really impressed with some of the features. such as two of the case fans have to be connected to the motherboard with no option of just connecting to a four prong power connector, which was annoying in my case due to the fact that my motherboard only has two spots for such connectors and one is for the cpu heatsink. also having to put those stupid screws into the hdd then screwing it in again after putting it in is a stupid design flaw. All in all its a nice case but comes with some annoyances. |
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Rating: Review Date: 06/20/13 |
Cons: No usb 3.0 header
Pros: Sexy, fits everything in it Comment:
it is an amazing case, doesn't vibrate, beware the 24 pin connector is a very very tight fit behind the motherboard tray, it can be done but its harder, and no usb 3.0 header so i would buy an adapter. |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/30/13 |
Cons: n/a
Pros: well designedstands up well to cases 3x the price Comment:
having built many, many computers i cant really find anything bad to say about this case. I also really appreciate that this case has no sharp edges of which to cut up my fingers. |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/20/13 |
Cons: 80mm fan on the side
Pros: a lot of space3.0 usb Comment:
i been using this case for 3 weeks now and im very happy. tons of rooms but the only thing i dont like is the fan on the side the one thats cooling the hdd i would be happy if theres a 120mm fan installed instead of 80mm |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/19/13 |
Cons: bulky, loud, front panel and side panels are challenging to get off
Pros: Looks cool, has a window, comes with 3 fans Comment:
I think that the 2 80mm fans cooling the hdds is useless because lets face it hdds don't get that hot. CPUs, GPUs do. I know that there are already fans inside that part of the case, but that is just my opinion. |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/13/13 |
Cons: haven't found any yet
Pros: tons of space for drives, fans and coolers, looks the business when lit, can't be beat for the price top/front usb 3.0 and audio ports Comment:
bought this for a new build and have been very happy with it. i use 4 case fans in a push/pull config and it keeps everything nice n cool :-) |
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Rating: Review Date: 04/08/13 |
Cons: front panel hard to remove. issues with MIR
Pros: Looks REALLY cool. Comment:
MIR was rejected, but cleared up after phone call. Front panel was difficult to remove, have to use pliers, and instructions not too clear. Otherwise it's an awesome case, and it works well. 5 fans, 2-3 pins and 3 4-pin molexs. had issue as my mobo didnt have 2 chass fan plugs |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/30/13 |
Cons: Front USB 3.0 ports don't hook up mid-board, they plug into the back like a flash drive would, basically just extending those ports to the front
Pros: BeautifulBlueMany quiet fansVery cost-effective"stealth-bomber" look Comment:
I absolutely love this case! I've used it for two builds now and I've yet to be disappointed. I would highly recommend it to any enthusiast builder. Installation instructions are easy to use, and the included hardware is ample for almost any mid-class application |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/16/13 |
Cons: none
Pros: Price point, size, painted inside Comment:
Wanted the cheapest case possible for a small gaming machine intented for games such LoL. for 60$ i was amazed by the content of the box. Surely the built quality and as high as more expensive cases, but you cant go wrong with it. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/07/13 |
Cons: none yet
Pros: 5 Fans and fits big cards for 50$ and looks sweet Comment:
Fans and fits big cards for 50$ and easily the best looking case ive had in years, and has 2 usb 3.0's in the front. |
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Rating: Review Date: 03/02/13 |
Cons: the slot for the 8 pin connector is too small, needs more dust filters, I can barely fit my h60 in it.
Pros: looks beastly, the default fans are quiet, good amount of cable management room Comment:
not a bad case at all for 50$ but you get what you play for I guess. I have to do some modding for it to work for me. |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/23/13 |
Cons: - The USB 3 ports on case has to be connected to the back IO of the motherboard, not to the internal connectors. - Very hard to take the top and front panel off. - The cable management hole for designed ( i think) for the 8 pin connector is too small to fit the connector through.
Pros: - Good price after mail in rebate- Nice styling- Good ventilation with lots of places to install fans. - Dust filters- USB ports- Cable management behind mobo. Comment:
Very nice for the price you pay ($49 after MIR), but I don't know if I'll buy it for the full price. |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/20/13 |
Cons: No builtin discoball
Pros: Cool lookingWell designedGreat quality Comment:
Picture here are pretty much spot on. I have been burned by overly enhanced marketing pictures before but this time, I'm impressed by the quality |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/13/13 |
Cons: -really hard to remove the front/top panel but not a big deal since i only had to do it once.
Pros: -looks really cool-has good airflow and lots of fans/spots for fans-quiet-cable managment Comment:
really love this case, it looks amazing after i added lights and made it look how i wanted. also has lots of space for fans which gives it good airflow and the cable management also helps make it look better. really a unique looking case and i havent seen any that look like it and i love it. |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/09/13 |
Cons: bad rebate, noisy, pieces broke off, hard to install
Pros: below average case Comment:
1) bad rebate service. I sent them my receipt photo copy and the upc cut out. They even scanned my documents and uploaded it on their website. After a week or two, they deleted my documents and said they don't have neither the receipt and the upc. $20 gone. very mad!2) noise. I can hear the humming even when all the chasis fans are turned to low/unplugged.3) the middle plastic piece of a usb port broke off and got stuck in my usb stick on first use.4) hard to install. The back plate is in blocking the way to install water cooling. Wiring the front usb port to back usb ports is just stupid. |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/08/13 |
Cons: lots of plastic parts, usb 3.0 pass-through instead of header connecter
Pros: price, looks, features Comment:
This case is reasonably priced and has a very unique look to it. I didn't want to deal with the pass-throughs, so i bought a bitfenix usb 3.0 internal adapter (sku 63940) which cost $10. Cable management was a bit tricky, but everything eventually fit on the motherboard side of the case; a little more clearance would have been helpful. It also comes with removable intake filters on the front and bottom of the case. Both are tricky to get at and could have been made easier to remove. For the price though, and the looks, this case is awesome! |
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Rating: Review Date: 02/07/13 |
Cons: Front can be tricky to remove, and if you want to install anything in the bays you have remove it.
Pros: -Looks good-Price on sale or not is really good!-Good for budget builds-2 front 80mm fans are a nice touch to cool your hdd's Comment:
Good budget case comes with alot of stuff for the $$$ spent, you will not be disappointed in this case.Here is a tip to get the front panel off. Place the case with the front panel facing upward,grab the slot at the bottom of the front panel and with a swift and firm tug you should be able to pop it off without breaking it. |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/13/13 |
Cons: -CPU power cable was a PAIN to get through the hole on the top-Fans that come with it have a bad noise:functionality ratio
Pros: -Full of features (and fans)-Great for budget builds Comment:
I am satisfied with this case as I only paid $46 after tax and rebates. It has a great hard drive bay cooling system. The case looks like a beast or a transformer. Once you manage the get your CPU cable through the whole, you will be satisfied with this product. Hint, split your 8-pin cable in two 4-pin cables and put them through one by one. Expect to shed some blood while trying to get it through :p |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/12/13 |
Cons: No SpeakerFan power connectionsFront panel USB3.0 connection
Pros: AirflowQuiet fansOverall design & layout Comment:
This case has a lot of nice features, such as 5 fans included, easy access 3.5inch slots, anti-vibration, cable management, and power/usb/audio on top of case rather than front.I was really happy with this case with a few minor exceptions: no built in PC speaker included, USB 3.0 ports are just extensions and have to plug in to your rear USB ports rather than direct to motherboard, and my biggest complaint is that the side fans and rear fan do not connect to motherboard, but only connect direct to the PSU - as a result I can not use my Fan Control software to control them. Only the front and top fans connect to motherboard. Overall good case, and satisfied with purchase. |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/06/13 |
Cons: top USB 3.0 uses back of motherboard
Pros: cheap, lots of fans Comment:
This case is pretty good and I'd say it's very nice for the priceOne thing that is really disappointing and that's the USB 3.0.the top USB 3.0 ports uses the motherboard usb ports.If you don't want the top usb ports using the motherboard usb ports, I recommend buying an adaptor |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/05/13 |
Cons: Front usb 3 wire doesn't connect to motherboard instead run out the back panel
Pros: Roomy caseCome with 5 fans which is worth the moneyBlue led looks coolcome with ssd drive tray andd adapter so don't have to spend 20 more bucks to buy adapter Comment:
Buy on sale for 55$ plus 25$ MIR, good price for the case.Zalman builds pretty good case, nice looking in the dark, quiet with 5 fans. |
i love the look of this case, has lots of room great air flow, built in front usb 3.0 connecter the blue leds look good but the red hdd light is a bit bright would buy again with out a doubt