NZXT Vulcan PC Case Review (hardware)

Posted by John Tanguay (Johnaget),

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The NZXT Vulcan is a micro form factor case that really pushes into new territory and has some impressive features that set it apart from others in its class. As most micro-ATX users know, this size case can present some interesting challenges when completing your build and can be discouraging and cause you to go another route. In regards to layout, NZXT went with a vertical design instead of your typical square media center style here.

NZXT Vulcan Packaging

When I received the Vulcan it came in a standard brown box with black text all over. It was branded well and displayed the features of the case on the side. Here are some of the features you will find on the box.

Durable Non-slip finished top handle for portability
Black Interior
Dual 5.25" slots and four 3.5" slots (internal and external)
Wire routing holes + extruded side panel provides extra space for cable management
Dual 8W channel fan control
Fits at least 350mm video cards like the ATI 5970
ATX PSU with removable filter + anti-vibration rubber support
Dual external water-cooling cutouts
Dual top 120mm exhaust for optimal cooling
Top mounted (2x)USB, E SATA, External HD Audio + Mic
Fan LED on/off function: Turn off lights during night time use
CPU heat sink cut-out + 170mm heat sink support
Supports 200mm fan intake on side mesh (NZXT only guarantees fitment with NZXT’s FN-200)
Extra large mesh holes for optimal airflow
Removable Hard drive cage
Included thumbscrews for all drives

Inside It was well packaged and secure inside with all the parts in a small cardboard box. There was a manual and enough thumb screws for all of your internal components. It also came with some nice rails to make installing hard drives in and out a breeze.

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Our Rating for NZXT Vulcan PC Case Review (hardware)
9.5	Construction The case is constructed extremely well. It has a nice black finish inside and out. I would have liked to have seen some sort of handle to remove the side panels.
8.0	Installation Most of my hardware installed with no trouble except my video card. The CPU cutout could be larger.
9.0	End-user The biggest opportunity I found was around not having handles for the side panels. Although this isn�t a necessity to open the case it would have been nice and saved users some frustration.
9.5	Style The Vulcan�s caring handle and full mesh side panel make it truly unique
9.5	Functionality Everything that NZXT designed this case for was accomplished in the Vulcan design. Its portable, microform factor and above all stylish.
9.5	Overall This is a great case. There are a few things that could be improved upon but they don�t stop this case from being one of the best micro form factor cases available.