SilverStone Fortress FT05 Review

👤by David Mitchelson Comments 📅12-11-14
Interior


Easy to detach side panels


Not only is the actual design of the chassis vastly different from traditional computer cases but the side panel implementation is also slightly quirky too.

SilverStone has engineered the side panels to feature a hidden tool-free latch to remove the side panels from FT05. This doubles up as being hassle-free and offers a level of protection at LAN parties. To detach the panel the hidden latch just needs to be pressed in and the panel separates from the case after a firm lift.


Foam padding for low-noise


As well as the hidden latch, the side panels also feature a generous inclusion of foam padding to keep the noise levels down to a minimum.


Motherboard tray at 90 degree angle



An all-black design


After detaching the side panels we can inspect the internal design which can accommodate up to ATX sized motherboards. All of the internals have been powder coated black and even the cables have been given black insulation so maintain a sleek and stealthy configuration.

The twist with FT05 is of course the rotated motherboard tray which sits at 90 degrees – the rear IO panel facing the top of the case rather than the rear. This break away from conventional design could present us with some challenges for the installation process – all will be revealed later in the review.

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