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SilverStone Grandia GD05 SFF HTPC Chassis

Date: July 14, 2010
Product: Grandia GD05 Black Small Form Factor HTPC Case
Company: SilverStone
Author: Patrick Rader

SilverStone Grandia GD05 SFF HTPC Chassis

Introduction:

HTPCs are gaining popularity among computer system builders. With digital movies, and the streaming media market growing every day more and more people want a computer hooked to their television for entertainment. They don’t want an ugly computer sitting in their living room either. Enter the Silverstone Grandia GD05. This beautiful chassis combines sleek lines with a black brushed aluminum finish to bring computing into your living room.

A bit about SilverStone:

Founded in 2003, SilverStone is an established leader in its field, with an elite team of engineers; we started our quest of providing products that create inspirations. We have since expanded the lines of products as well as types of products we produce, giving our customers a wide selection of choices.

 

Manufacturer Features and Specifications:

  • Name: Grandia GD05B
  • Material: Aluminum Body
  • Model: SST-GD05B (Black)
  • Color: Black
  • Dimensions: (W / H / D) 440 x 150 x 325 mm / 17.3 x 5.9 x 12.8 inches
  • Weight: 4.7kg / 10.36 lbs
  • Motherboard Compatibility: Micro-ATX, Mini-DTX, Mini-ITX
  • Power Supply: Standard ATX
  • 5.25" Drive Bays: 1 Exposed
  • 3.5" Drive Bays: 3.5" x 2 , 2.5” x 1 or 3.5" x 1 , 2.5” x 2
  • Front Ports: USB x 2, Mic x 1, Audio x 1
  • Cooling System: (including the optional fans)
    • Right: 2 x 120mm intake fans, 1200rpm, 20dBA
    • Left: 1 x 120mm intake fan, 1200rpm, 20dBA
    • Rear: 2x 80m fan slots (optional, not included)

Special Features:

  • Three silent 120mm fans included
  • Positive air pressure design for excellent cooling/quietness and dust-prevention
  • Beautiful aluminum skin for classic appearance
  • Incredible 325mm depth to fit comfortably inside home theater cabinet
  • Designed with cable routing for easy installation
  • Supports power supply up to 180mm long
  • Support expansion cards up to 11 inches
  • Support 2.5” hard drive or SSD (Solid-state drive)

 





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