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Product:
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Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case |
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Price:
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$201 (CAN) / $150 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Yeong Yang Technology
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Author:
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Mantis
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Date:
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September 22nd, 2003
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Helen from Yeong Yang Technology
for providing the YY-0221B Cube Server Case for review.
Introduction:
The key to any successful case modification project is the careful planning and selection process of an
ideal case enclosure which will accommodate your needs accordingly. Given the abundance of after market
additions and advanced cooling solutions that encompass the enthusiast’s way of computing, overall size
is one specification that ranks high on any list. The server market is one area that provides some of
the most advanced and well-constructed cases designed for mass storage and maximum performance in stock
format. Due to the often high associated price tags, many server based cases are often un-available to
the average consumer market. Yeong Yang Technology, also very well known for their Cube style cases,
was founded in 1978 and has been manufacturing and distributing PC and Server chassis since 1990. Today
in MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case; a unique chassis design
geared for maximum storage and performance.
Specifications:
The Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case is one of the two available models from the Pedestal Sever
extended ATX Chassis product line up being offered. Although designed to bring an entry level chassis
to a server environment, the Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case has garnered a lot of attention
within case modification community. Some highlight features include up to 15 drive bays and a unique
2-compartment cube design. Here are some of the case specifications taken directly from the Yeong Yang
Technology website:
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Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case - Key Specifications:
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| Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case: Distributed by Yeong Yang Technology |
| Case Dimensions: 13.4" (W) x 17.3" (D) x 13.4" (H) |
| Material: Recyclable materials; Steel chassis and flame retardant plastic parts and front bezel |
| Drive Bays: 15 (6 x external 5.25", 2 x external 3.5", 7 x internal 3.5") |
| Expansion Slots: 1 x DB25 port, 2 x DB9 port, 1 x SCSI III(68), 1 x SCSI(50) |
| Fans: 1 x 120mm Front-mounted (left side) fan for M/B and inside air circulation 2 x 92mm Rear-mounted exhaust fans |
| Front panel control Power switch, Reset switch, Key lock |
| Form Factor: Motherboard configuration Full size AT/ATX, Extended ATX |
| Weight: 13kg without PSU |
| Front panel LED |
| Power Supply Standard PS2/ATX 300W |
| Special Features: Instrusion switch ,Power, Power error, HDD, Fan error |
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The Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case shipped in retail corrugated cardboard box with images and
specifications printed on all sides. Inside, a set of 2 formed polystyrene pieces ensure a secure fit
and protect the top and bottom portions of the case. The overall packaging was simple yet effective with
no damage to the case noted.
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Out of the box, my initial impressions of the Yeong Yang YY-0221B Cube Server Case were very positive.
The exterior has been painted in jet black and takes on a very minimal design. The YY-0221B is constructed
from 1.2mm Kobe Steel and measures approximately 13.4" (W) x 17.3" (D) x 13.4" (H) with a weight of 13.4KG
without a power supply. The front bezel is made from recyclable flame retardant plastic parts and
features a lockable swing out door. Both ATX and Full ATX form factor motherboards are supported. The
overall construction of the YY-0221B is top grade and provides a solid base for many great case
modification projects.
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