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Aopen makes small box bigger

First Inqpressions Aopen G325 SFF case
By INQUIRER staff
Wed May 03 2006, 17:05
AOPEN'S LATEST small form factor (SFF) case is a step up in size from its popular XC Cube range reckons Simon Crisp.

It measures 280 x 405 x 260mm, which allows the use of micro ATX motherboards. The smaller XC Cube range has to rely on proprietary motherboards.

The large compartment attached to the back panel holds the power supply and is a novel way of getting rid of one source of heat in a PC.

Flashy wee box

Slightly worryingly, the PSU fan is the only source of cooling for the G325. Aopen says you should use a PSU with a 12cm fan and we recommend you buy the best-quality supply you can afford.

The box allows greater flexibility for the DIY PC maker, compared to the proprietary range.

As for looks, you'll have to make up your own mind. It costs £64.63. ?

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