Here is the
Chakra case as I received it, before the tear-down. Note the interesting modder's mesh-like bay covers for the drive bays; the same meshing is used to cover the 250mm side fan and front "axe-head" intake hole. Each of these areas also has a fine filter material backing the meshing, which is a nice touch to reduce dust getting into the case. Another nice feature is the use of the teal-colored plastic toolless fittings for the peripheral cards and drives. They won't stay that color, of course.
I also like the flip-top panel at the top front of the case, which protects the power & reset switches; good for those of you who have your cases on the floor, and are accidentally shutting down or putting the system into Standby mode with a bump of the knee during a particularly engrossing game moment. The e-SATA ports up there are also a nice touch.
I personally think the indicator LEDs at the top are an afterthought. They look like crap. We'll definitely have to do something about that.
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