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Product:	SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case
Price:	$225 (CDN) / $200 (U.S)
Supplied By:	SilverStone Technology
Author:	Hi-TEK
Date:	August 21st, 2006
Rating:

MODTHEBOX would like to thank SilverStone Technology for sending the SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case for review.

Introduction:

The SFF or Small Format Factor landscape has gain world wide acceptance as a viable and alternative platform for PC computing. With a huge advantage over traditional mid-tower and server tower cases; the SFF platform is capable of housing a full suite of PC components while minimizing desktop requirements. SilverStone Technology is no stranger to the SFF platform with a wide selection of mATX based cases marketed under the Sugo Series brand name and several Mini-ITX cases marketed under the Lascala Series. The company has recently combined both motherboard formats in a new slim line design dubbed the LC-19. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case designed for MoDT (mobile on desktop) systems.

Specifications:

The SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case is one of two different units available on the SilverStone Technology website. Consumers have the option of selecting from two different colour formats available in black or silver. The SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case comes pre-assembled and only supports Mini-ITX and mATX motherboard formats. Here are some specifications taken directly from the SilverStone Technology website:

Model	SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case
Dimensions	390 mm (W) x 68mm (H) x 348 mm (D)
Model	LC19B (Black) / LC19S (Silver)
Weight	3.9 kg
Motherboard	Micro ATX, Mini-ITX
Riser Card	1 x PCI
Drive Bays	3 (Extemal slim optical x 1 and lnternal 3.5" x 1 or 2.5" x 1)
Cooling System	Top (oversized CPU/NB vents), Side (2 x 40mm fan slot (optional)
Expansion Slots	1
Front I/O Ports	- 2 x USB2.0 port
	- 1 x 1394 Firewire
	- 1x Earphone Jack
	- 1 x MIC
Power Supply	Fan-less 120W DC/DC board & adapter

SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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The SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case arrived in boxed cardboard packaging with a black identification labeling on the sides. Inside the packaging the case was sealed in protected plastic with 2 pieces Polystyrene located on the left and right side of the unit.

SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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The SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case was bundled with an assortment of accessories which include a small bag of mounting screws, power cord with AC adapter, rear slot panels, installation manual, PCI riser card and slim notebook CD drive adapter. The slim notebook CD drive adapter provides Power in (4-pin floppy disk style), 40-pin IDE, as well as analog and digital audio output connectivity.

SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case

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Also included with the SilverStone LC-19 Slim SFF Case is a fold out installation manual provides step by step assembly of the case including motherboard, optional 40mm fan mounts, and system components. My first impressions of the LC-19 after removing the packaging were extremely positive. Incorporating a very minimalist design the LC-19 carries a very small footprint measuring approximately 263mm (W) x 216mm (H) x 393mm with a weight of 3kg. In typical SilverStone design there are subtle aesthetic touches of 1.0mm SECC for the chassis and brushed aluminum for the entire front bezel. The LC-19 has been designed for consumers who prefer to build a system that is easy on the eyes with power to do almost anything.

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