nMEDIAPC HTPC 2000B Media Center Case Review

Looking for a case with a lot of features? Or how about one that actually supports the motherboard you really want. Standard size ATX motherboards and power supplies fit no problem inside of this HTPC case. An optional LCD display can even be purchased for those out there wanting that extra zing to their case. Two panels hide the multitude of external uses for this case. Keeping a slick design and multitude of features this case manages to keep surprisingly cool and quiet. Read on further to see what all this HTPC case has to offer.

Features
– Support ATX power supply
– Support ATX and Micro ATX motherboard
– 6 X 3.5″ internal bays for media data
– Easy upfront access digital connection interfaces (behind door)
– e-SATA; HD Audio; SDHC 2.0 Card Reader; USB 2.0; IEEE 1394
– Support full height PCI cards
– Stylish aluminum panel
– Compact size and feel
– Optional upgrade on 20×2 programmable MCE LCD module
– Innovated architecture makes your installation easy
– Quiet as always

Specifications
Model: HTPC 2000B & HTPC 2000S
Color: Black and Silver
Dimension: Case: 17″(W) x 6.6″(H w/ feet) x 16.4″(D w/ panel)
Metal Chassis: 17″(W) x 6.3″(H) x 15.4″ (D)
Material: Aluminum Panel & Steel
Motherboard: Support ATX and Micro-ATX
Power Supply: Support ATX PSU (not included)
Drive Bays:
– External 5.25″ Bay x 1
– Internal 3.5″ Bay x 5
– Internal or external 3.5″ Bay x 1
Expansions: 7 Slots / Full Size
Cooling:
– 80mm Silent Case Fan x 2
– 120mm Case Fan x 1
Front Connection:
– eSATA x 1 for your external hard drive
– High Definition Audio x 2 (AC 97 compliance)
– All in one Card Reader (SDHC 2.0 compliance – high capacity & speed)
– IEEE 1394 x 1 | USB 2.0 x 3
LCD Display: (Optional, not included)

Packaging
The HTPC 2000B comes packaged in a plain brown box with plenty of fragile stickers across it to ensure that it’s handled properly. Red text for the nMEDIAPC logo and the model number are also slapped around most of the box. Two cardboard squares padded with plenty of soft foam around them help protect and hold the case inside the box. The case itself is also covered to protect from dust.

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