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  Product:     Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case  
  Price:     $259 (CAN) / $170 (U.S)
  Supplied By:     Kingwin
  Author:     Hi-TEK
  Date:     February 7th, 2003
  Rating:     star star star star star star star star star star

MODTHEBOX would like to thank Grant from Kingwin for arranging this review through Canadian distributor Canada Computers.

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Introduction:

A few years ago a regular standard steel based case was the norm amongst computer enthusiasts for the simple functionality provided for installing a complete computer system. As more individuals experimented with different computer configuration options, many realized that existing cases were inadequate for normal day to day operation. Case manufacturers were very quick to adapt and began to release a wide array of different styles and sizes into the consumer market. Two companies who were quick to capitalize on the aluminum case craze were Cooler Master and Lian Li, both who focused on making aluminum cases a large part of their core business. Kingwin was founded in 1992, started out as a manufacturer specialized in designing and manufacturing CPU Coolers and Mobile racks. Kingwin's main business has been designing thermal cooling and storage solutions, but recently the company has released their first series of aluminum based consumer cases. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case, a product which combines dazzling aesthetics in an all-in-one premodified solution.

Specifications:

The KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case is one of three consumer based cases offered by Kingwin and is available in three different colour options (silver, blue and black). The construction of all three models is identical with the exception of the colour variation. Here are some specifications taken from the Kingwin website:

Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case - Key Specifications:
Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case: Manufactured by Kingwin
Dimensions: 500 mm (W) x 210 mm (H) x 460 mm (L)
Material: High Ventilation Aluminum-Mg Alloy
Drive Bays: 13 (4 x 5.25 external, 3 x 3.5 external, 7 x 3.5 internal)
Expansion Slots: 7
Front Panel: 4 x front USB ports, 1 x front Firewire port, 1 x front Microphone Jack, 1 x front Earphone Jack
Fans: 5 x sleeve bearing case fans (2 x front intake, 1 x top exhaust, 2 x rear exhaust)
Special Features: Slide Out motherboard tray, built-in fan filter, triple window design
 
Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case
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Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case
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The Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case was shipped in a standard double-walled corrugated box with the case manufacturer's logos and images printed on all sides. The packaging inside the box was excellent with the case sealed in protected plastic with 2 pieces of polystyrene located on the left and right hand sides. A convenient plastic handle was centered through the top portion of the package to make this unit transportable.

Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case
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Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case
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Out of the box the Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case is very well constructed using brushed high ventilation Aluminum-Mg Alloy. Kingwin has marketed the KT-436BK-WM as an all-in-one pre-modified solution with a good focus on tool-less key entry using chrome thumbscrews. The case measures approximately 500 mm (W) x 210 mm (H) x 460 mm (L) and supports all Flex, Micro, Full ATX motherboards. The entire exterior and interior has been anodized jet black with the main focus on a triple window design. The front bezel is very stylish and is protected by an acrylic front plate all highlighted with chrome accents. Included in the package were an assortment of mounting screws and accessories. The Kingwin KT-436BK-WM Aluminum Case does not come equipped with a stock power supply and consumers will be required to purchase this item separately.
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