Fractal Design Define Series R6 TG Tower Review

• Designed from the ground up, the Define R6 goes beyond iteration with a profound stride of innovation – the latest and largest step in the legacy of the world-renowned Define Series.   Seamless tempered glass and sound dampened steel panels with an elegant push-to-lock latching mechanism encase an entirely redesigned interior with unprecedented component support and storage flexibility. Six 3.5”/2.5” drives and two 2.5” drives can be installed with precision placement in countless configurations throughout the case.  The spacious and fully adaptable framework of the Define R6 sports nine fan mounts, integrated PWM fan hub and support for radiators up to 420mm, making it the perfect platform for building your dream water loop. Improved third generation ModuVent™ technology allows an effortless transition from steel-clad sound dampened top panel to filtered high airflow multi-fan ventilation setup.  Expanding on the timeless elegant form and silent modular function that brought so much success to its predecessors, the new Define R6 offers the most demanding hardware enthusiast a solid foundation and flexible framework with limitless potential. Key features Full-size seamless scratch-resistant tempered glass side panel  Optimized for silence with high-density industrial dampening on side, top and front panels  Reversible front door with anodized aluminum cover and dual mounting system for adaptability with elegance  Nine fan positions with intuitive layout and clear airflow paths offer massive cooling capacity  Nexus+ Smart Hub offers superior fan control of six additional case fans and three extra PWM devices via your motherboard  Three silent, airflow-optimized Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-14 140 mm fans come pre-installed helping ensure superior airflow via two intake fans and a single exhaust.  Extensive water cooling support with room for up to a 420 mm radiator in the top, 360 mm in the front, and up to 280 mm in the base Power supply shroud and Modular Storage Plate conceal HDD trays and excess cabling for a clean, clutter-free interior Third generation ModuVent™ technology gives users the choice between a soundproof steel cover or filtered multi-fan ventilation setup in the top panel Easy-to-clean high airflow nylon filters on the front, top, and base with full PSU coverage and front access for convenience  Modular Storage Plate lets users easily convert between the Standard Layout for maximum storage capacity or the new Open Layout for superior water cooling support and clear air flow paths  Vertical 2.5 slot GPU mount, compatible with the Fractal Design Flex VRC-25 PCIE x16 Vertical GPU Riser Kit, showcases your graphics hardware with full visibility and secure fastening (sold separately)  Highly modular interior includes six universal SSD/HDD trays that can be independently repositioned to suit components, cooling, and cable routing  Customizable 2.5” storage solution consists of two brackets and a choice of four tray locations to keep drives hidden behind the motherboard tray or display them prominently on top of the PSU shroud  Compatible with Fractal Design Connect D1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Upgrade Kit for ultra-fast file transfers and fast charging (sold separately, requires a compatible motherboard)     Package contents Define R6 computer case User manual Accessory box Additional information EAN: 7350041085904 UPC: 817301015905 Product code: FD-CA-DEF-R6-BK-TG    3.5"/2.5" Universal drive brackets 6 Dedicated 2.5" drive brackets 2 Expansion slots 7 + 2 vertical Motherboard compatibility eATX (up to 285mm wide), ATX, mATX, ITX Power supply type ATX Front ports 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 Total fan mounts 9 Front fan 3 x 120 mm or 2 x 140 mm, 2 x Dynamic X2 GP-14 included Top fan Standard layout: 3 x 120 or 2 x 140 Open layout: 3 x 120/140 mm Rear fan 1 x 120/140 mm 1 x Dynamic X2 GP-14 included Bottom fan 2 x 120/140 mm Dust filters Bottom fan + PSU Front fans Top panel Front radiator 120/240/360 mm 140/280 mm Top radiator Standard layout: – 120/240/360 mm (max 35 mm motherboard component height) Open layout: – 120/240/360 mm – 140/280/420 mm (max 35 mm motherboard component height) Rear radiator 120 mm Bottom radiator 120/240 mm 140/280 mm PSU max length 300 mm GPU max length Max 440mm with front fan mounted Standard layout: Maximum width 155 mm (including power connectors) for graphics cards longer than 300mm. CPU cooler max height 185 mm Cable routing space 23 mm Cable routing grommets Yes Fixed velcro straps Yes Tool-less push-to-lock Both side panels Captive thumbscrews HDD brackets, SSD brackets Left side panel Black/Blackout/Gunmetal versions: 33% tinted tempered glass White version: Clear transparent tempered glass Right side panel Industrial sound-dampened steel Case dimensions (LxWxH) 543 x 233 x 465 mm Case dimensions w/o feet/protrusions/screws 535 x 233 x 448 mm Net weight  12.4 kg Package dimensions (LxWxH) 560 x 347 x 650mm Package weight  14.4 kg Case dimensions (LxWxH) 543 x 233 x 465 mm Case dimensions w/o feet/protrusions/screws 535 x 233 x 448 mm Net weight 12.4 Package dimensions (LxWxH) 560 x 347 x 650mm Package weight 14.4
• Product codes:
• FD-CA-DEF-R6-BK-TG

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