Further back from the front panel controls is the top bezel which is plastic. This top section features a series of plates that can be opened or closed via a handy slider knob. Having these vents open will help promote better thermal results from the system – they open enough to allow air to pass but not enough for dust to creep into the chassis.
The top has a sliding ventilation system
The underside comes without the feet fitted – the feet are provided and must be screwed into place. These feet have large rubberised areas for preventing the case from slipping on smooth surfaces. Underneath the rear feet is a removable dust filter for the PSU. Though with the feet attached the case sits a good 3.5cm above the floor and this is perfect for the PSU to draw in air – the rear foot covers the dust filter, almost obstructing the potential for drawing in this air for the PSU. This is an odd design choice but I can fully understand and appreciate these feet bring as many pros as they do cons.
Although you can have the case configured without attaching the feet – the front door struggles to open smoothly so it is advisable to attach the feet.
The underside of Interceptor without feet
Rubber feet attached to underside
After taking a look at the outside we will now take a look at the inside of Interceptor on the next page.