Page 1: Introduction, About Thermaltake, Packaging
Introduction
Cases are something that are frequently neglected for people who build their own PCs. When doing it for the first time, most tend to go with the cheapest things they can get that looks good. This can lead to performance problems. Typical cheap cases have problems arising from the poor air circulation of lower-quality cases giving them a bad name among enthusiasts. In order to combat this stigma, Themaltake has introduced the V3 line. They are hoping to create a mid-range PC case that has most of the functionality and performance of the higher models of the Thermaltake range.
About Thermaltake
Packaging
The box for the Thermaltake V3 Black Edition is about as straightforward as you can get. It has a nice picture of the case when it is lit up, but is otherwise pretty standard from the front.
One thing to note is that the box was rather beat up from shipping. More on that in a second.
The side of the box shows a helpful little graphic showing off the case within the box with a sticker telling which one is which. This is the VL80001W2Z model, but the only difference between the two seems to be that the model of this review has a vent and a small window. The VL80001W2Z has a single, larger, vent instead.
The rear of the packaging, contrary to the front, is loaded with information about the design of the case. It shows of a nice representation of how the case ventilation is supposed to be set up as well as several multi-angle photos of the case. It is a really nice touch, and one that goes above and beyond the typical packaging treatment.
Cases are something that are frequently neglected for people who build their own PCs. When doing it for the first time, most tend to go with the cheapest things they can get that looks good. This can lead to performance problems. Typical cheap cases have problems arising from the poor air circulation of lower-quality cases giving them a bad name among enthusiasts. In order to combat this stigma, Themaltake has introduced the V3 line. They are hoping to create a mid-range PC case that has most of the functionality and performance of the higher models of the Thermaltake range.
About Thermaltake
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Since the beginning of Thermaltake in 1999, it has been at the forefront of creating new and exciting products at a time where most computer users were provided little to no choices for components that may seem irrelevant, but in reality crucial to the performance of a PC.
Thermaltake Server Series solutions, with years of thermal experience and industry leadership, sets its goal on reforming total thermal management in server segment by formulating the perfect mixture of versatility, efficiency and thermal management with each respective server product category: Rackmount Chassis, Server Fixed & Redundant Power Supply and Server CPU Cooling Management Solutions.
With its comprehensive line of products available, it enables Thermaltake's core customers to enjoy a one-stop-shop experience, reduce product design-in evaluation period and most important of all, flawless integration process. Each of Thermaltake's strengths enables its customer to focus on their core business while taking advantage of the skills and efficiency of a single thermal management solution partner.
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Packaging
The box for the Thermaltake V3 Black Edition is about as straightforward as you can get. It has a nice picture of the case when it is lit up, but is otherwise pretty standard from the front.
One thing to note is that the box was rather beat up from shipping. More on that in a second.
The side of the box shows a helpful little graphic showing off the case within the box with a sticker telling which one is which. This is the VL80001W2Z model, but the only difference between the two seems to be that the model of this review has a vent and a small window. The VL80001W2Z has a single, larger, vent instead.
The rear of the packaging, contrary to the front, is loaded with information about the design of the case. It shows of a nice representation of how the case ventilation is supposed to be set up as well as several multi-angle photos of the case. It is a really nice touch, and one that goes above and beyond the typical packaging treatment.