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Product:
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AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case |
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Price:
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$80 (CAN) / $60 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Nikao/Tradex
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Author:
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Hi-TEK
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Date:
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August 1st, 2004
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Jeffrey from Tradex Information Technology Incorporation
for sending the AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case for review.
Introduction:
Pre-modified cases have started to evolve by moving from traditional cookie cutter designs to products
that take on a completely different look and feel. In the past few months, we have witnessed new gaming
case designs being patterned after specific themes based on movies, science fiction as well as mythological
characters. While the idea of manufacturing a case around a theme is great, many products have failed
to provide the basic foundation of good case design which includes functionality and cooling. AeroCool
Advanced Technology based out of Taipei, Taiwan is a well known high-tech and thermal solution company
who specializes in the area of CPU coolers, VGA coolers and "Super-conductors". The company has used
its expertise in thermal design to recently release a brand new mid-tower case designed specifically
for the gaming community. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming
Case.
Specifications:
The AeroCool Jetmaster Jr is a pre-modified mid-tower case that incorporates several modifications and
a custom paint finish as an all-in-one solution for users looking for a complete package. The case is
priced under a $70 CDN price margin making it the ideal enclosure for consumers on a budget. Here are
some specifications taken directly from the Tradex Information Technology website:
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AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case - Key Specifications:
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| AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case: Manufactured by AeroCool |
| Dimension: 430mm (H) x 200mm (W) x 440mm (D) |
| Weight: 20 lbs |
| Construction: 0.7MM SECC Steel Metal |
| Main Board Size: ATX Form Factor 12.50" x 10" or Smaller |
| Hard Drive & Power LEDS: Included |
| Number of slots: 7 |
| Power Supply: N/A |
| Fans Mounts: 4 (1 x 120mm front intake, 2 x 80mm rear exhaust, 1 x 80mm side intake) |
| External Bays Available: 12 (4 x 5.25" (external), 2 x 3.5" (external), and 6 x 3.5" (internal) |
| Front USB & Audio: 2 x USB 2.0 / Sound Audio Port / IEEE 1394 Included |
| Special Features: Mini fan controller and pre-modified side panel window |
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The AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case was shipped in a standard white double-walled corrugated box with
the case manufacturer's logos and images printed on all sides. The packaging inside the box was good
with the case sealed in protected plastic with two pieces of polystyrene located on the left and right
hand sides.
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Out of the box, my first impressions of the AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case were positive. Movie buffs
will be pleased to know that AeroCool has based the design of Jetmaster Jr around the popular "Terminator"
movie series. The case measures approximately 430mm (H) x 200mm (W) x 440mm (D) and supports all full
ATX motherboard formats. The entire exterior has been painted silver with a decent car show finish. As
an alternative, AeroCool also offers the Jetmaster Jr in a two colour combination theme of black and
silver. The composition of case is made up of a light weight Steel chassis combined with formed plastic
parts which make up the futuristic front bezel design. The case does not include a power supply in order
to keep the price down but consumers can pick up any compatible unit from local retailers suited for
their particular configuration. The AeroCool Jetmaster Jr Gaming Case includes a small assortment of
accessories which includes metal PCI slot brackets, motherboard stand-offs, mounting screws, case feet
and an ATX I/O panel.
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