NZXT Zero Full-Tower Case
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The Zero has two other operations-related features worth mentioning: first, while ice blue LEDs don’t play nearly as large a role in the Zero as they do in the Lexa, there are two nice-looking blue LEDs built into the front panel. Just plug in the well-marked molex plug when you’re setting up the case and you’ve got a nice touch of color going when the computer is on.
Second, while there’s no built-in temperature read-out, NZXT did include a translucent smoked-acrylic window in the top of the front panel. Normally you can’t tell the window apart from the rest of the case’s black finish, but having that window means you can install the Sentry 1, NZXT’s monitoring hardware (sold separately), in the top 5.25-inch drive bay and get important temperature information on your system without having to open the case door. Like the blue LED, it’s a small touch, but these little details really make the Zero stand out.
Conclusion
The NZXT Zero definitely makes a strong case for purchase. Besides the issue with the 8 cm fan, installation was pretty simple, there’s plenty of room add new components or move around existing ones and the case runs quietly with plenty of cooling potential. The small touches like the blue LEDs on the front panel and the temperature sensor-viewing panel are great additions. If you’re looking for an attractive new computer case to house your powerful new overclocking rig, give the Zero a look. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
Review by Eric Hanson.
Highs
Attractive case runs quietly; has a lot of cooling capacity; includes a lot of nice features.
Lows
Minor design flaw can make installation confusing; 8 cm case fan too close to power supply enclosure.
Final verdict
If you’re looking to do some serious overclocking, the NZXT Zero is a case worth checking out.
87%
Oct 26, 2006
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Operation
I’ll admit it: when I turned the Zero on, I expected to get a blast of noise to go with those 8 case fans, especially from the four mounted on the side panel (an innovation meant to help keep SLI and Crossfire-based rigs cool). I prepared myself for whining, grating, burring…anything but what I got: a silence as complete as I had when testing the Lexa. Needless to say, I was very impressed. 
Five 5.25-inch bays and two external 3.5-inch bays, hidden by a door until you need to use them.
The Zero has two other operations-related features worth mentioning: first, while ice blue LEDs don’t play nearly as large a role in the Zero as they do in the Lexa, there are two nice-looking blue LEDs built into the front panel. Just plug in the well-marked molex plug when you’re setting up the case and you’ve got a nice touch of color going when the computer is on.
Second, while there’s no built-in temperature read-out, NZXT did include a translucent smoked-acrylic window in the top of the front panel. Normally you can’t tell the window apart from the rest of the case’s black finish, but having that window means you can install the Sentry 1, NZXT’s monitoring hardware (sold separately), in the top 5.25-inch drive bay and get important temperature information on your system without having to open the case door. Like the blue LED, it’s a small touch, but these little details really make the Zero stand out.
Conclusion
The NZXT Zero definitely makes a strong case for purchase. Besides the issue with the 8 cm fan, installation was pretty simple, there’s plenty of room add new components or move around existing ones and the case runs quietly with plenty of cooling potential. The small touches like the blue LEDs on the front panel and the temperature sensor-viewing panel are great additions. If you’re looking for an attractive new computer case to house your powerful new overclocking rig, give the Zero a look. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
Review by Eric Hanson.
Highs
Attractive case runs quietly; has a lot of cooling capacity; includes a lot of nice features.
Lows
Minor design flaw can make installation confusing; 8 cm case fan too close to power supply enclosure.
Final verdict
If you’re looking to do some serious overclocking, the NZXT Zero is a case worth checking out.
87%
Oct 26, 2006
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