Thermaltake VF7001BNS DH101 HTPC Computer Case
An elegant contemporary design and a wealth of multimedia options, make our new Thermaltake DH 101 Digital Home Series one of the most attractive cases we’ve seen in years. This stylish case features piano mirror coating with front panel design, and a built-in Vista-ready Media Lab LCD. The Media Lab LCD ncludes 10 hot key buttons, volume control knob, and remote control. Plus, it can show virtually every language, including German, Russian, and Chinese. This versatile chassis supports ATX and mATX motherboards, and boasts a superb ventilation system that includes a 12cm silent fan in front and dual 6cm fans at the rear. Other features include a 5.25-inch external drive bay and three 3.5-inch internal bays, 7 expansion slots, along with convenient front USB, IEEE 1394 FireWire, and HD-Audio ports. And the Thermaltake DH101 boasts handsome gold-plated foot stands, accessible DVD drive bay with opening front door, removable HDD cage for easy installation, screw-less slots for easy assembly, and tool-free installation for 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch devices. If you’re looking for a complete home entertainment case with generous features and matchless elegance, you’ve found it with the Thermaltake DH 101 Digital Homer Series chassis.
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Specifications
Compatible Motherboards:
ATX
Micro ATX
Bezel Type:
Aluminum
Side Panel Type:
Solid
Material:
Steel
Special Features:
Tool-Free Drive Bays
Built-in LCD
Vented Side Panel
External 5.25" Drive Bays:
1
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays:
3
Expansion Slots:
7
Front USB Ports:
2
Front FireWire Ports:
1
Front Audio Ports:
2
60mm Fan Ports:
2
60mm Fans Included:
2
120mm Fan Ports:
1
120mm Fans Included:
2
Depth:
17.1"
Width:
16.8"
Height:
6.0"
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Customer Reviews and Rating
Customer Rating:
4.8
Customer Reviews:
8
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Value
4.6
Features
4.8
Quality
4.8
Performance
5.0
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Excellent HTPC Case
Reviewer:
SpinCyc34 on
Jul 27, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.8
Value
5.0
Features
4.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Just built an HTPC recently and used this case. I've had it up and running now for about a week. So far so good.
Two relatively minor complaints:
(1) The stock fans are fairly noisy and they don't come with adapters to allow you connect them to the motherboard (so that the motherboard can control the speed).
(2) Although this case is rated for both ATX and uATX motherboards, I can say that it was a tight fit with the ATX. The directions give you decent overall instructions on the best order to install everything, but I ended up having to go back and pull out the DVD drive, hard drives, and rear case fans so that I could get the motherboard in place.
Recommendations: If possible, go with a uATX motherboard. Also, space can get tight in this case, so do yourself a favor and get a modular power supply like the Ultra X3 series. I didn't get a modular power supply, and it works fine. But if i had to do it over again, i would def go modular.
What an amazing case. I was so excited to get it even if I was building the computer for someone else. the quality of the case is great. Everything went in piece of cake. Once it is on the VFD is clear and easy to read. The iMon software and remote is great, and the mouse feature of the remote is not too bad. It is a little touchy, but it works well. After you get this case you will want all your computers to be able to turn on and off with a remote control! It couldn't hurt if the case was $199.99, but you get what yo pay for. A high quality case that is the perfect addition to your entertainment center! Just buy it!
Great Case
Reviewer:
Ryan on
Jul 02, 2009 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
This case is well worth the money. Having the ability to turn the pc off with the remote is a great benefit. The case is near silent and blends in nicely with my surround sound equipment. This makes a great addition to your entertainment center.
This is the HTPC Case for everyone at this price!
Reviewer:
teamwfo47 on
May 21, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.5
Value
5.0
Features
4.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
I purchased this case 1 year ago and I would buy it again! The IMON software is getting updated on regular bases and the new HD software features allow you to include network drives and PCs to be added to your entertainment selections. I knocked it down on the features and quality because, the cable management could be much better. As mentioned in another post you want a power supply that lets you remove unused cables. The 60mm fans at the back stopped working after a few months. The remote will separate if you drop it (it snaps back together) but keep it away from the kids and maybe order a backup just in case. Overall, I would buy it again and all of my friends are awed by how clean it looks from the outside and how easy it is to use. My three year old daughter uses the remote selects and plays her movies with ease! When compared to other HTPC Cases on the market this one is the best at the price and user ability.
Reviewer:
Anonymous
on
Apr 08, 2009 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Sweet case and for the price, can't beat it. I was weary at first buying because I wanted to keep the price low. Saw on Ebay for less, but not very trusting like TigerDirect. Shipping was fast and perfect and thats on all my buys. Case has plenty of room. Yes it will be better to have a PS with detachable cables, but still manageable if not. I love it that the remote powers my pc. I have an amazing bluray/pc/gaming/audio/video/pic system for about $1200. With the case my friends thought I paid 2 grand or so. Thanks TD.
Assembling Barebones Computer Kits & Computer Cases
Remember when assembling one of our money-saving Barebone Computer Kits, or
installing your existing computer components into a new computer case, you
may have to modify the case to fit your components - This Is Normal!
Cases are designed to hold and accommodate a wide variety of motherboards,
interface cards, connectors, and other components. Because of this,
the case manufacturer designs their cases with easily removable panels to
allow these components to properly fit in the case. All you need to do
is punch them out with a screw driver or fold them over with a pair of
pliers to snap out the metal piece for your exact components. In this
way, you save the cost of assembling your computer, and have the
satisfaction of building your own workstation.
PLEASE NOTE:
Carefully read all documentation BEFORE you start to assemble your Barebones
Kit or add components to a Computer Case. Some components need to be
assembled in a specific order. Also place the components in the case
temporarily to confirm any modifications (punch outs) that need to be made
to fit that component.
Got Enough
Memory? Bet You'll Need More!
Windows Vista and today's software
applications make much greater demands on your system's memory. Adding
peripherals, like webcams, USB hard drives, and complex Internet pages, all
take memory. Watching DVD movies, or watching videos on the web, or
playing PC based games demand increased memory. So take full
advantage of your system's potential, your operating system's enhancement
and entertainment capabilities, and your software's productivity by expanding
your system memory!
The best time to
add more memory is when you buy your system! Get the memory that's
right for your computer, whether laptop, desktop, or All-In-One.
Click Here for our Memory Upgrade Options. »
Shared
Memory? Or Where Did My Memory Go?
Your computer uses memory to run your
Operating System, applications, peripherals, and to generate and display
graphics on your computer monitor. Video memory is a form of RAM, and is
either built into your motherboard; or on a graphics card (video card).
Depending on the motherboard's configuration, and that of the video card (if
separate or built-in to the motherboard), your computer may have to draw on
its own RAM memory to meet its video memory needs. This creates shared
memory, where your computer’s RAM will be shared between its own Processor
(CPU) and its graphics chip.
The result is that some systems will have
shared memory, some will not. If you have 2GB (for example) of system
memory installed, you may notice that your system reports significantly less
memory. This is because your system is using shared memory for your
video.
What can you do about this?
You can actually configure this shared memory through your computer’s BIOS
settings. However, this is a setting best left alone, since it is
typically optimized for display performance, and making changes may impact
display resolutions, and other video capabilities.
The simplest solution is usually to either:
increase your system memory; or to upgrade the video hardware. By
upgrading to a new video card with built-in video memory, then turning off
shared memory, you will free your system to use it's maximum potential
memory, and provide your system with much more robust video features.
How Much
Memory Do You Really Have?
When you look at the specifications for a computer, it will display the
installed memory, and typically the maximum memory that can be installed.
However, while these are real values, they represent a potential useable
memory depending upon the installed operating system, and other factors. The actual useable memory may be different
(lower) from these values.
The reason is simply that a computer may have a limitation in the operating
system (such as Windows 32 bit versions), or configured to use shared memory,
which reduces the amount of RAM that is available to the CPU by using
some of it for other purposes, such as for video memory. In some
cases, you can control the maximum useable memory through system settings,
by upgrading from a 32 bit to a 64 bit version of Windows XP or Vista, or by upgrading to a video card that has internal onboard video memory.
But always
remember, that the amount of memory that your system reports, is not always
the amount of actual installed memory. For example, if you have 4GB
installed, 32 bit versions of Windows will typically report 3.2GB due to a
limitation of Windows itself. Also note that different Windows
programs report available and maximum memory differently, which can be
confusing. If you find that you need more
memory, we suggest expanding your system memory, since this is the most
effective performance increase, and the one that is easiest to perform .
Thermaltake VF7001BNS DH101 HTPC Computer Case - Front LCD Display, Remote
$239.99
Manufactured by:
ThermalTake Warranty provided by:
ThermalTake Limited Warranty:
36 months parts;
months labor
Mfg Part No:
VF7001BNS UPC No:
841163020531 Box Size:
( Length:
22, Width:
21, Depth:
10 )
Shipping Weight:
19.8500 pound(s)
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may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
T925-2289
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