Just to update:
I received notification that my rebate is being processed today from the White Bear lake rebate center. So the rebates are going through!
I received notification that my rebate is being processed today from the White Bear lake rebate center. So the rebates are going through!
the box for mine had a small scuff conveniently located right on the upc. 2 of the #s on the right side were gone, although they're just part of the model number which is right above the bar code. the bar code itself was fine and should still scan. i couldn't refuse shipment cause it was sitting on the porch when i got home and i don't feel like paying for shipping to return it. i sent the rebate as is. if they reject it, one of the mods on ultra's forum seems pretty good about helping out so long as you have good documentation (which i do). worst case scenario, i got a decent case for $40 when most places charge 15-20 just for shipping one.
this could put an end to my lifelong 100% rebate success streak though.
this could put an end to my lifelong 100% rebate success streak though.
If I wanted...would it be easy to install 80mm fans throughout this case to include front, side and rear mounts (i.e., NO 120mm fans)?
It has a 80mm spot open in the lower front behind the grill
There is no place on the side to mount a fan unless you put it where the CPU tunnel is
It takes a 120 in the back just under the ps
I just built a system with this case. It's a very attractive case, plain and simple. Remove the blingy looking "Ultra" logo from the CPU hole and it looks nice. The chasis is made of about the thinnest metal they could stamp, so the case transmits vibration like crazy. I had to rubber mount the hard drive because of the low hum it caused when hard mounted. Nevertheless, I would recommend this case as long as you know what you're getting into.
Vince
In for another.
Got one a couple months ago, and it's pretty decent quality.
For me in WA, it's a little over $3 in tax.
The one I got a couple months ago had scuffing on the UPC like the poster a few above this on -- and I was worried about it.
The rebate status looks all good, so I'm going for another one.
The black one looks nice and seems good quality, imo.
I keep missing the far + free-shipping PSU's though....
But I'm not in a hurry, so I'll wait it out.
Got one a couple months ago, and it's pretty decent quality.
For me in WA, it's a little over $3 in tax.
The one I got a couple months ago had scuffing on the UPC like the poster a few above this on -- and I was worried about it.
The rebate status looks all good, so I'm going for another one.
The black one looks nice and seems good quality, imo.
I keep missing the far + free-shipping PSU's though....
But I'm not in a hurry, so I'll wait it out.
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I've been using the pkg slip that comes with the ultra product(circling the order date and stating "order date" with a line drawn to the circled "order date") and all 4 of my submissions are being processed. Always make copies of all submitted materials.
I?ll admit I am a bit anal about these (any) rebates. I have a *lot* of money out at any one time and I expect to get it back provided I follow their rules. Right now I have 34 rebates totaling just a tad over a grand sitting out there, but expect by the end of the month to have it all back. Like one of the guys above, I have had a 100% success rate at receiving them back. Only a couple times have I had to follow one up. The key is to keep good documentation.
Similar to ordering Soup Nazi soup (NO soup for YOU!!) I have a procedure I use that has not failed me yet. I like to think I have it down to sort of a science. It looks extensive, but it really very easy once you do it, oh, say 300 times.
- I create a dated folder for each rebate.
- As I order the product, I capture the order pages and .pdf them the above folder.
- I .pdf the confirmation e-mail as well
- I download the rebate form and save it to the same folder
- I then wait for the item to arrive.
- Upon arrival, I always try to, on the same day, fill out the rebate form and cut out and attach the UPC if required.
- I then scan the completed rebate form and save it as a pdf to the above folder.
- I staple the rebate form, UPC, packing slip and e-mail confirmation together, pop it in an envelope and usually get it mailed that same day.
- In the meantime, I have an Excel sheet setup that lists the cost of the items, rebate amounts, sent dates, rebate status checking links, current processing status, and eventually check receipt date and number.
- I also use rudimentary Excel formulas to calculate the outstanding balance of all the rebates out at any one time.
When I write it down it looks like a hell of a lot of work, but really it isn?t once you have it setup. You then have E-mailable (or faxable if you are old skool) documentation in the event of a problem.
Similar to ordering Soup Nazi soup (NO soup for YOU!!) I have a procedure I use that has not failed me yet. I like to think I have it down to sort of a science. It looks extensive, but it really very easy once you do it, oh, say 300 times.
- I create a dated folder for each rebate.
- As I order the product, I capture the order pages and .pdf them the above folder.
- I .pdf the confirmation e-mail as well
- I download the rebate form and save it to the same folder
- I then wait for the item to arrive.
- Upon arrival, I always try to, on the same day, fill out the rebate form and cut out and attach the UPC if required.
- I then scan the completed rebate form and save it as a pdf to the above folder.
- I staple the rebate form, UPC, packing slip and e-mail confirmation together, pop it in an envelope and usually get it mailed that same day.
- In the meantime, I have an Excel sheet setup that lists the cost of the items, rebate amounts, sent dates, rebate status checking links, current processing status, and eventually check receipt date and number.
- I also use rudimentary Excel formulas to calculate the outstanding balance of all the rebates out at any one time.
When I write it down it looks like a hell of a lot of work, but really it isn?t once you have it setup. You then have E-mailable (or faxable if you are old skool) documentation in the event of a problem.
just built a system for my brother with one of these free Cases and PSU.
Ultra case $0.39 stamp
Ultra PSU $0.39 stamp
Asrock 775-dual-VSTA open box board from newegg (was full retial box with everything sealed) $27.00
E4300 retial box $165.00
2 x 1gb Super talent ddr2 ram $120.00
7600GS PCI-E 256mb $55.00
300gb WDSE $65.00
18x samsung dvd-rw $30.00
running 9 x 266 for 2.4ghz
and stlll highly upgradeable could get a 8800series or quad core cpu for it eventually.
Ultra case $0.39 stamp
Ultra PSU $0.39 stamp
Asrock 775-dual-VSTA open box board from newegg (was full retial box with everything sealed) $27.00
E4300 retial box $165.00
2 x 1gb Super talent ddr2 ram $120.00
7600GS PCI-E 256mb $55.00
300gb WDSE $65.00
18x samsung dvd-rw $30.00
running 9 x 266 for 2.4ghz
and stlll highly upgradeable could get a 8800series or quad core cpu for it eventually.
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Still playing with the case from last deal. It is pretty big. Seems like a full tower. A great small tower case is from inwin. I've been using that basic case since PII 400 days. They keep adjusting it with fans and blowholes so that the latest variation takes the hottest P4s. Now that CPUs are cooling I should be able to reuse those earlier cases. Hope inwin has a FAR deal but I don't think they have ever had any rebate. Still a good deal at $40-$60 with very good P/S.
Agreed. I've got the previous edition of this case and it's depth is good but the height is smallish.
Also, unless this newer version of the case is different than mine, the front door will not close with an audigy breakout box installed in the 5.25 bay. I believe the volume knob sticks out too far.
Hey guys! First off, I'm new to the forums here... and kinda new to the computer building game... so please be kind with my question.
I've ordered one of these cases and got it in... umm... how do I remove the HDD cage and 5.25" drive cage?! I built another computer, but there were normal screws... how do I remove these? Or is there something that I'm missing?
Again, be gentle. Newbie here.
I've ordered one of these cases and got it in... umm... how do I remove the HDD cage and 5.25" drive cage?! I built another computer, but there were normal screws... how do I remove these? Or is there something that I'm missing?
Again, be gentle. Newbie here.
Could it be that this case does not have a removeable hd cage or 5.25" cage? That's it! GL with the install.
That may be the case, but it seems that the "cages" need to be removed before anything can be added. I haven't actually tried to install anything yet, I only received it recently. But again, it seems like it needs to be removed to do anything.
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