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Size: 14" x 8" x 8.5"

The HSPC Tech Station (patent pending) is a fast-access computer case - a hardware workbench bringing PC components within easy reach yet keeping them safe and secure. The Tech Station makes a perfect work station for computer hobbyists, overclockers, frequent upgraders, IT Professionals, PC Shops. - For anyone needing frequent and fast access to internal PC components. With tool-less storage for all PC components it has solid non-conductive construction and lots of great features...

What's new: Version 2.0 - Now with secure motherboard standoff system, stiffer AGP/PCI support brace, cleaner cut edges and updated ATX Control Kit!

The Tech Station Includes:Two tier work bench (pre-assembled or build-your-own kit)AGP/PCI card brace with thumb screwsHDD Rails for storage/cooling for two hard drivesSecure rubberized motherboard standoff system120mm fan and finger guardSelf-stick non-slip feet for Drives/PSUAssembly & usage detailsATX Control Kit:(on/off & reset switches, power & HDD LED's, system speaker)

Highlights:

A good home for your hardware: Based on ATX form factor motherboard specifications providing a full 13x13” of surface area for total accommodation of even the large extended ATX (server) motherboards. The motherboard is perfectly secure in this version 2.0. A high friction rubberized standoff system supports the motherboard 1/4" off the bench surface (accommodates CPU cooler back plates) and positions the motherboard perfectly on the Tech Station using two Nylon guide posts. AGP/PCI cards are securely locked in place with thumbscrews so the motherboard is safe yet available for hands-on work and easily removed.

Top shelf, load it up: The upper shelf is for stacking the drives and power supply. Plenty of real estate here to hold optical, hard disk and floppy drives. The top shelf protects the motherboard below from any possible impact from above. Included are non-slip pads to keep things in place, and the bench can hold over 150 lbs!.

Hard Drive Storage/Cooling Rail System: Two standard 3.5" hard drives can be easily inserted, protected and cooled via rails suspended under the top shelf. The far end of the HDD Rails open to catch air from the 120mm cooling fan assembly. Slide the HDD's in/out on smooth non-conductive acrylic rails.

No loose AGP/PCI add-in cards! The AGP/PCI support brace solves the problem of loose motherboard add-in cards which can come lose and damage circuitry. It offers universal support for all add-in cards - blocking no cables or connections, and has some lateral flexibility to make adding/removing cards easy. Nylon thumb screws twist into the top of the brace and are positioned at ATX form factor spec locations so the AGP card and six PCI cards can be locked in place. The support brace can also be removed, flipped over and turned to support BTX form factor.

Power the PC On/Off and monitor HDD activity: Plugging directly onto the motherboard, The ATX Control Kit takes the place of the computer case power and reset switches, power and hard disk drive activity lights, and system warning speaker so that PC hardware can operate totally independent of a standard computer case.

Non-conductive materials: The Tech Station is made of non-electrically conductive, scratch-resistant, high grade polymers. Metal screws and brackets are not exposed in sensitive areas, the motherboard rests on protective rubber standoffs, and the test bench sits on non-slip thermoplastic rubber feet. No worries of frying your hardware like with a metal bench.

Keep things cool: The 120mm 12v DC fan is positioned on the left side so air is forced over heat sensitive components, and over Hard Disk Drive(s) mounted under the top shelf.

Lots of room to work: The height between shelves is 7” offering adequate room for hands to reach in and change components on the motherboard without having to remove the motherboard completely from the test bench.

More details:

Traditional alternatives would include leaving components installed in the computer case, which is an awkward and cramped environment for accessing hardware, an ill-fitting frame assembly made of conductive metal, or just having parts scattered around an open work area which is dangerous because components are exposed and vulnerable to impact, shorting and electrostatic discharge. And how is the motherboard switched on/off without the PC case? Our test bench and Control switches solve all these problems. Now you can easily configure your hardware exactly how you want it before installing it in your permanent case!

Reviews:

XYZComputing.com11-21-04http://www.frozencpu.com/cas-296.html?id=zTkABjLk