The CM Storm Stryker:
With our first look at this big case, we are really digging the overall look of it. The front drive bays are covered in mesh face plates to help with air circulation. The bottom of the front panel has a silver CM Storm logo plate, it does not only look good, but does serve another purpose. Behind it are the supplies you need to install all your hardware in the system. The side panel sports a huge window so everyone can check out all our great hardware inside. There is also a mesh panel over the hard drive area because the HDD cage is removable or changeable in installation setups.
The back panel sports three pre-cut holes for routing wires and tubing in and out of the Stryker. You get the 140mm exhaust fan and a secure lock slot for mice and keyboard cables as well. The other side panel has another mesh panel to help bring in fresh air if you decide to install your HDD cage with the fans facing that side.
The I/O panel sports two USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 connections as well as Mic/Audio connections. The included fan controller is just above the I/O section and will give you control of up to 6 fans. You can adjust the fan speeds and which LED’s are on. Although you can only control them in the following setup: A, AB, ABC. It will not let you do an AC setup.
The Stryker also sports an X-Dock station on the front panel that supports your 2.5″ drives. This will be great for hot-swapping different drives and exchanging information fast.
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I originally thought the color scheme was ugly, but everytime I see it gets better. I know think it is a sexy case. Make no mistakes though, it can get a tad dusty inside even with the filters.