Well, the other differences are very minor, and if it weren't for the warping panels, it wouldn't be worth the effort to swap. BUT, since I read that there is a significant likelyhood that the 1.0's panels WILL warp after time, that alone makes it worth the effort to find and swap a 1.1. NOTE: The 1.0's panels will likely NOT be warped right out of the box. It seems to happen over time.
Well, the other differences are very minor, and if it weren't for the warping panels, it wouldn't be worth the effort to swap. BUT, since I read that there is a significant likelyhood that the 1.0's panels WILL warp after time, that alone makes it worth the effort to find and swap a 1.1. NOTE: The 1.0's panels will likely NOT be warped right out of the box. It seems to happen over time.
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no they can not, however you can ask for the newer fan, and vented pci slot covers. I did and Antec took care of that for me. This is my 3rd Antec case, and I think I may never buy another brand.
I'm wondering if the door does warp will antec give you a new side panel? Also, do you just call them or was it email?
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Im not sure, I got mine from this thread where AntecCSR said if I had any problems to contact Antec. When my 1.0 arrived I shot them an email asking if they did RMAs. They don't, but when I asked about getting the fan and vented slot covers, they just asked for my address. Its possible that if it warps badly while its still under the 3 year warranty, you might be able to get new panels, but you should probably ask them.
Received mine and as far as I can tell, it's the 1.1.
My understanding is that with the vented slot covers, clips for the middle hd cage for a 120mm fan, and a coupla other things that I probably didn't notice, that mean's it is not 1.0, right?
My understanding is that with the vented slot covers, clips for the middle hd cage for a 120mm fan, and a coupla other things that I probably didn't notice, that mean's it is not 1.0, right?
That sounds right. Also, from what I read, the door should be made of the same material as the side panel?I think.
Not bad! Does B-Stock come with all of the accessories, the only difference being potential surface blemishes?
shipping at Antec is WAY high....$30+ for me
That's over $100 for a case that'a been on sale at both BB and Frys for under $100...new!
Doesn't make any sense to me when you do the math.
That's over $100 for a case that'a been on sale at both BB and Frys for under $100...new!
Doesn't make any sense to me when you do the math.
Actually, it should make sense. Look at the weight of the case, and calculate the per-pound shipping rate for UPS or FedEx times the number of pounds. $25 is about right to ship this beast. The difference between Antec and a place like Best Buy, and why Best Buy charges less for shipping, is that Best Buy has stuff like this in warehouses across the country, and it gets put on a truck along with everything else going out daily to the different store locations, so it isn't an extra cost on them (other than physical labor), or it gets shipped from a very local location to you, and that reduces cost. Antec is likely shipping each of these from its main warehouse, and shipping can be expensive that way.
If you're willing to spend the same money for a blemished case that is your choice.
There IS a wrench for every nut.
My main case is a refurb I bought from NewEgg and it does have a slight blemish but the price was way under the normal price and shipping was low. This nut is not going to pay the same price for a nicked case when I can get a new clean one for the identical money or less.
There IS a wrench for every nut.
My main case is a refurb I bought from NewEgg and it does have a slight blemish but the price was way under the normal price and shipping was low. This nut is not going to pay the same price for a nicked case when I can get a new clean one for the identical money or less.
If anyone is still looking for this case keep an eye on the best buy website. For some reason they come in and out of stock. It seems they are shipping the 1.1 version which is what I got, I ordered on 2-25. 79.99 plus 3.99 for shipping is the best deal you will find anywhere.
I have the case set up and it is great. As others have mentioned, it takes a lot of time to get the cables all set up neatly. I've got a evga 8800gts, stock intel c2d cooler, three fans on low and it is very quiet.
I have the case set up and it is great. As others have mentioned, it takes a lot of time to get the cables all set up neatly. I've got a evga 8800gts, stock intel c2d cooler, three fans on low and it is very quiet.
Originally posted by: SaoFeng
if you have a closing compusa near you, they are going for 50% off $159.99
not at my compusa. 20% off $160 right now
Isn't that funny! even at 50% off and goping out of business they still can barely match a hot deal! the only time crapusa is good is with rebates!
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