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  Product:     Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case  
  Price:     $343 (CDN) / $299 (U.S)
  Supplied By:     Zalman
  Author:     Hi-TEK
  Date:     December 31st, 2006
  Rating:     star star star star star star star star

Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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In order to cater to enthusiasts that still require an external 3.5" drive bay, Zalman cleverly adds this function to the right side of the front bezel. Flipping the case upside down reveals that the bottom portion of the case includes four circular silver coloured feet that are secured via a single 6-32 mounting screw. Each foot includes soft padding which helps keep the unit stationary when placed on a flat surface.

Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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In order to deal with air circulation issues, the external shell of Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case has been designed with a series of air vents placed in strategic locations. The air vents allow cold air intake from outside the PC to cool areas inside the case which generate the most heat. Towards the bottom of the case is an additional intake vent that draws in cool air from a Zalman branded 80mm cooling fan.

Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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Zalman HD135 Aluminum HTPC Case
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Zalman has used a standard approach to cooling the interior of the case with the inclusion of a plastic CPU air duct. The top panel includes several ventilation holes as well as an air duct and 80mm cooling fan that can be installed in four different positions.

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