Zalman Z11 Plus

[xCeased]

Will the Zalman Z11 Plus be a decent home/gaming pc case? I need something with plenty of cooling options and fits in a smallish area, i currently have a standard size midi case in the place where i would put it and also i'd like to know any pros and cons for this case?

 

[dukeReinhardt]

The main cons that struck me were the lack of filters on the side intakes, unremovable HDD cages, and the USB3.0 are just connections to the back I/O. Not terribly bad points, but should be considered. Also probably not a bad choice at the price - lots of stock cooling and such. Definitely consider the Bitfenix Shinobi too - it might set you back a little more (only because of additional fan cost), but it's recommended time and time again.

 

[xCeased]

Thanks for the reply, does that mean I won't be able to use the usb 3 on the front panel then? Because i've got a usb 3.0 header on the motherboard but on on the I/O Panel? I'm going to have a look at the shinobi now

 

[xCeased]

Just noticed one problem with the shinobi, Its not sold on aria.co.uk and thats the only place that i am able to buy from (Not my card that i'm using and owner will only use it on aria) other than that the shinobi is a brilliant case! I'd love to have that case

 

[AndyMosh]

Thanks for the reply, does that mean I won't be able to use the usb 3 on the front panel then? Because i've got a usb 3.0 header on the motherboard but on on the I/O Panel? I'm going to have a look at the shinobi now

It means you would have to loop the front panel usb 3 connector round to the back of your case and plug it into one of the usb 3 ports on the back, there are cables you can buy that will convert it so you can use the header though.

 

[dukeReinhardt]

Ah, that is kind of a problem. Shame. But that's odd, since Aria used to stock Shinobi I think. In terms of Aria stock, the only ones I know more about off the top of my head are the Raider and Fractal R3. Both pretty nice cases (I have a damaged Raider at hand, and I'd have loved it if it didn't have to be returned). I looked at the Zalman too a while ago, and tbh I wasn't crazy about the looks or the lack of fan filters so I didn't read much further, but specs-wise it looks pretty capable.

 

[xbournex]

I would ask if you email Aria when their next shipments will be. We're busy trying to restock everyone's shelves.

 

[GussetPimp25]

Hmm the Z11 looks like it uses the same Z9 chassis but with different plastic bezels and side panels, the Z9's airflow isn't that good at all, I fear more tat on the outside is gonna constrict it further :S

 

[I Hunta x]

Ive done a build in a Z9 and it was pretty good for the money, if you are still interested in the Z11 but having to plug the front usb into the back is a deal breaker you can buy adapters that you can plug 2x usb3 into and it then plugs into the usb3 header on the motherboard for like a fiver. http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B005LDY0...de=asn&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B005LDY0SO