Could you tell how good it is in terms of: - keeping CPU cool - keeping GPU cool - eliminating fans/hdd vibrations - keeping computer quiet under load

Unfortunately, my build won't actually be going in this thing for a while, so I can't test performance numbers. The case is wider than my Antec 1200, so I actually have to modify my desk again 🤓 I can tell you that when I plugged in a psu to the fan controller, I could barely even tell that the case was on. The fans, even on high, are ridiculously quiet. With that said, I'm not sure how much air they move. It felt a little light on air movement, so I may be buying some of the bitfenix ones that move near 200cfm and throwing those in. Build quality feels pretty good. I like the swing out doors. There is tons of room inside the case. The hdd cages are entirely removable (so the 200mm fans can flow better). So, really the only thing I can tell you is that it's quiet as hell.

^^ Agreed. Sleek, functional, industrial. Minimalistic and preferably quite like a high tech vault. If I was to have lights in my PC enclosure, it'd be white CCFL's that pop on when you open the side panels. Not unlike industrial switch/fuseboards. Built in cable channels. I'm looking for a good quiet case. Will wait for a review on this. Ps. Why aren't there any PCs with luxury materials on the exterior? I'd like titanium, leather and brushed steel. Think sedan interior 😉

I got 2 green LED fans in my case. Their sole purpose is to replace the power LED that's brighter than necessary. I like being able to tell whether or not my PC is on without getting close enough to hear the fans and the blue power LED is insanely bright. Damn thing is bright enough that it's actually distracting, even with the case sitting on the floor.

Picked one up with the PAX weekend coupon $139.99 shipped, not planning on using it till ther Cooler Master Glacier 360L comes out though.

Picked one up with the PAX weekend coupon $139.99 shipped, not planning on using it till ther Cooler Master Glacier 360L comes out though.

Yeah, that was way too good to pass up, wasn't it? :banana:

Yeah, that was way too good to pass up, wasn't it? :banana:

Newegg current price (no coupon) is $159.99 still a good deal.

Newegg current price (no coupon) is $159.99 still a good deal.

It was like ~$210 for a while since they were actually charging $190 and another $19 for shipping. Looks like thermaltake added the 200mm fans too. You can pick up the 4th 200mm fan for $14 on NE. --For those that wanted pics, what would you like to see?

So I have been using my T81 for 2 weeks now, and today smelled some thing odd, the fan controller in the head unit of the case caught fire melted part of the case. The power button is also on that same PCB but still functions just lost the fan controller and it took out my LED strip so it seams.

So I have been using my T81 for 2 weeks now, and today smelled some thing odd, the fan controller in the head unit of the case caught fire melted part of the case. The power button is also on that same PCB but still functions just lost the fan controller and it took out my LED strip so it seams.

Yeah, I don't think I'm gonna use their fan controller. I noticed that it doesn't seem to be able to put the fans up to 100%. Plus, it would be aggravating to have to put it on low every time I bring it out of standby.