[Review] Corsair Voyager GT 32GB USB 3.00 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on February 1, 2012
Standard USB 3.0 flash drives are fast. Flash Voyager GT USB 3.0 is touted to be even faster with its data transfer rates. The portability and convenience of USB drives has always meant putting up with delays while waiting for files to copy, but with USB 3.0, that should be thing of the past. Chances are that you’re still using at least one PC that hasn’t yet been upgraded to USB 3.0. Flash Voyager GT has you covered, as it is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 as well. The finger-friend...
[Review] Antec Three Hundred Two3 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 27, 2012
Three Hundred, the previous well-liked case by Antec, is back with a chassis designed to handle today and tomorrow’s high-performance systems. The Three Hundred Two, is touted to be the next standard in affordable gaming cases. This new chassis from Antec is supposed to be built for gamers from the inside-out. With tool-less 5.25″ & 3.5″ drive bays, a large cable management compartment and two front panel USB 3.0 ports with an internal connector, the Three Hundred Two wil...
[Review] Cerwin-Vega XD3 Desktop Speakers2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 26, 2012
With over 50 years of speaker system know-how for concerts, movies, public address and clubs, Cerwin-Vega has been around the block. When creating the XD3 speaker for desktop and computer applications the goal is to optimize the sound output while keeping the enclosure small. Clarity is critical, especially for those producing multimedia or analyzing tracks. Signal purity must be maintained by using low noise amplifiers that don’t disappoint when the volume is set on high.
Powered desktop ...
[Review] Corsair Carbide 500R2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 25, 2012
The 500R from Corsair promises even more flexibility over the 400R. It adds a 200mm fan mounted on the side panel’s mesh screen for extra GPU cooling, a multi-channel fan controller, and removable and relocatable hard drive cages. The ability for the user to move and remove hard drive cages not only improves airflow, it also allows you to install graphics cards of up to 452mm in length. The Carbide Series are modeled from the Obsidian and Graphite Series which are acclaimed for their ease ...
[Review] Bitfenix Raider2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 18, 2012
Bitfenix comes to us today with their new creation which could possibly be a serious contender, the Raider. The first chassis to offer four USB 3.0 ports, the Raider is ready for any future peripherals you might want to throw at it, offering all the high-speed connectivity you need. The integrated fan controller manages up to five fans, allowing you to customize your system’s cooling profile to suit the task at hand. The Raider also sports filtered intakes, tool-free drive locking mechanis...
[Review] Enermax Briskie0 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 16, 2012
The Briskie keyboard is equipped with a durable membrane key stroke technology with up to 10 million key strokes lifetime. It ensures a smooth and comfortable typing experience, even over a longer period of time. The height can be adjusted in two steps to match your needs. To avoid damage caused by accidental spills and to ease the keyboard cleaning, Enermax further applied a spill-resistant structure.
The Briskie mouse is designed for prolonged, ambidextrous use. The ergonomic shape offers an e...
[Review] Rosewill Thor V2 White Edition2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 10, 2012
Today we have the new Thor V2 White Edition in hand, which has plenty of features jammed into it. The Thor supports up to XL-ATX Motherboard (13.5” x 10.3”) / SSI-CEB (E-ATX) (12″ x 10.3″) along with a mostly tool-free installation. The Thor V2 has also updated the USB 3.0 connections, adding one more than the original, and reorganizing the top I/O section. The massive inside supports up to a 330mm (12.99″) video card, along with having a 230mm front intake fan to help keep...
[Review] Cooler Master Storm Trooper3 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on January 2, 2012
The Cooler Master Storm Trooper includes features that are often coveted by gaming enthusiasts in that it has full dust filter coverage, a fan controller, an external SSD drive hot-swap dock and two modular hard drive cages. These features give CM Storm Trooper the ability to adapt easily to configurations ranging from workstation to water-cooled gaming configurations. The CM Storm Trooper is the first in its class to include an ultra-strong carrying handle, allowing a gamer to travel with rel...
[Review] Bitfenix Outlaw2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on December 26, 2011
A new release from Bitfenix, the Outlaw, packs a slightly different punch than anything else from Bitfenix. With its inverted motherboard tray, the Outlaw accepts even the longest graphics cards with ease, while enhancing graphics card cooling. Plenty of optional fan locations will help keep the rest of your system cool, while a native SSD mount on the bottom of the case will help you keep up with new technology. With plenty of connectivity and their signature BitFenix SofTouch™ Surface treatm...
[Water Cooling] Fan Test XSPC RX 480 Quad Rad6 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on December 20, 2011
With all the questions I have received lately on water cooling, which fans to get and how will they effect my cooling, I decided to throw together a test with a few different fans that I have lying around here. I will be running a push/pull installation with my fans for the testing. I am hoping to show differences in the fans used, or lack thereof. Yes, I know the choices of fans are just a miniscule amount considering the large number of fans on the market today.
Yes, absent is one of the mos...
[Review] Nexus Prominent 52 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on December 18, 2011
The Nexus Prominent 5 silent case features tool-less installation making it a quick and easy installation of your components. A black mesh front, aluminum edges, and black interior with orange accents give the Prominent 5 a different look. Nexus outfitted the Prominent 5 with a 140mm on the top and a 120mm is placed in the front for the air-intake. Some isolating padding, where the PSU is placed, prevents resonance and there are ventilation holes, and room for a fan, in the bottom of the case ...
[Review] Bitfenix Merc Alpha2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on November 29, 2011
Getting a quality gaming chassis doesn’t necessarily mean spending a small fortune. BitFenix took that to heart when making Merc, which comes in two versions, the Merc Alpha and Merc Beta. The Merc Alpha will give you the option of going with additional fan locations, while choosing the Merc Beta gives a more streamlined look. The Merc has plenty expansion possibilities, which means your Merc can grow with the rest of your system, while friendly DIY features make system installation headache-f...
[Review] Raidmax Blackstorm4 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on November 14, 2011
The Raidmax BLACKSTORM case attempts to make assembling a system easier than ever before. It has a modular, tool-free design that makes the initial build and future upgrades simple. Both side panels latch into place for ease of access, so it could be for you as it is the latest version of one-click side panel case. A 120mm fan is mounted on the front of the case to draw cool air in and blow it across the hard drives, along with a 180mm optional fan on the side, and a pair of rear-mounted 120mm e...
[Review] Logitech Laptop Speaker Z3052 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on September 26, 2011
Today we will be running the Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305 through its paces to see just how well it holds up and to find out if it will be a good replacement for your laptop’s stock speakers. The Z305 speaker projects sound more evenly in all directions, so you do not have to worry so much about positioning yourself or the speaker precisely for optimal listening. The 360-degree speaker should (in theory) provide crisp, clear sound no matter where you are in relation to the Z305. It has bot...
[Review] Rosewill Blackhawk4 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on September 23, 2011
Rosewill’s BLACKHAWK is one of their newest introductions into the chassis market. They have pre-installed four 120mm and one 140mm fans for almost maximum cooling. Right out of the box, it will save users from spending extra money on missing fans. They have also incorporated the traditional I/O ports most users look for in today’s market, as well as a top-mounted HDD dock. With long VGA card and water cooling support, integrated cable management, CPU back plate cutout, and easy-clean ...
[Review] Lancool PC-K9WX2 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on September 21, 2011
Lancool, a manufacturer of mid- to high-end computer chassis, has launched a new mid-tower PC case, the PC-K9 Series. Oddly, given the name, this case has nothing remotely dog-like about it. Designed for ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards and manufactured with easy hardware installation in mind, the case cradles components in a reduced-vibration housing with top-rate thermal performance capabilities. The Lancool PC-K9WX makes an impression with its a black brushed aluminum exterior and SEC...
[Review] Bitfenix Alchemy Cables4 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on August 26, 2011
We all know by now that Bitfenix has been on the warpath ever since entering the chassis market with a bang, debuting with their Colossus. Since that time, they have added three more models and dived into other avenues of customization. Today, with computer customization exploding in popularity, we will be looking at one of the latest crazes to hit the average user. For the longest time, sleeving PSU cables was the sole province of the pro-modding community, but now with all the tools and choice...
[Review] Thermaltake Chaser MK-I6 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on August 22, 2011
The new Thermaltake chassis to hit the market is the Chaser MK-I, which we will be tossing on our review bench and sending it through its paces today. The Chaser sports USB 3.0 and a HDD docking station with easy access. We are happy to see Thermaltake preparing for the future with these additions. Thermaltake also boasts that the Chaser can support any graphics card up to 33cm in length, which we will be happy to put to the test later on in the review. With an easily removable top panel, the ...
[Review] Lamptron FC9 Fan Controller3 Comments By The DukecloseAuthor: The DukeName: Drew Briggs Email: drew@techreaction.net Site:http://www.techreaction.net About: Just keeping it real for the average joe overclocker and computer user.See Authors Posts (168) on August 15, 2011
The FC9 is Lamptron’s newest 4 channel fan controller design, featuring a CNC milled front panel. A unique multiple-color (White, Blue, Green, Cyan, Red, Purple, and Yellow) channel system enhances the look of this 50-watt, 4 channel controller. With all the color options, you should be able to find something there to suit your style needs whenever necessary. Each channel color is easily customized through a three-jumper system via the back of the PCB (we will cover the specifics, no worri...
Standard USB 3.0 flash drives are fast. Flash Voyager GT USB 3.0 is touted to be even faster with its data transfer rates. The portability and convenience of USB drives has always meant putting up with delays while waiting for files to copy, but with USB 3.0, that should be thing of the past. Chances are that you’re still using at least one PC that hasn’t yet been upgraded to USB 3.0. Flash Voyager GT has you covered, as it is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 as well. The finger-friend... 
Three Hundred, the previous well-liked case by Antec, is back with a chassis designed to handle today and tomorrow’s high-performance systems. The Three Hundred Two, is touted to be the next standard in affordable gaming cases. This new chassis from Antec is supposed to be built for gamers from the inside-out. With tool-less 5.25″ & 3.5″ drive bays, a large cable management compartment and two front panel USB 3.0 ports with an internal connector, the Three Hundred Two wil... 
With over 50 years of speaker system know-how for concerts, movies, public address and clubs, Cerwin-Vega has been around the block. When creating the XD3 speaker for desktop and computer applications the goal is to optimize the sound output while keeping the enclosure small. Clarity is critical, especially for those producing multimedia or analyzing tracks. Signal purity must be maintained by using low noise amplifiers that don’t disappoint when the volume is set on high.
Powered desktop ... 
The 500R from Corsair promises even more flexibility over the 400R. It adds a 200mm fan mounted on the side panel’s mesh screen for extra GPU cooling, a multi-channel fan controller, and removable and relocatable hard drive cages. The ability for the user to move and remove hard drive cages not only improves airflow, it also allows you to install graphics cards of up to 452mm in length. The Carbide Series are modeled from the Obsidian and Graphite Series which are acclaimed for their ease ... 
Bitfenix comes to us today with their new creation which could possibly be a serious contender, the Raider. The first chassis to offer four USB 3.0 ports, the Raider is ready for any future peripherals you might want to throw at it, offering all the high-speed connectivity you need. The integrated fan controller manages up to five fans, allowing you to customize your system’s cooling profile to suit the task at hand. The Raider also sports filtered intakes, tool-free drive locking mechanis... 
The Briskie keyboard is equipped with a durable membrane key stroke technology with up to 10 million key strokes lifetime. It ensures a smooth and comfortable typing experience, even over a longer period of time. The height can be adjusted in two steps to match your needs. To avoid damage caused by accidental spills and to ease the keyboard cleaning, Enermax further applied a spill-resistant structure.
The Briskie mouse is designed for prolonged, ambidextrous use. The ergonomic shape offers an e... 
Today we have the new Thor V2 White Edition in hand, which has plenty of features jammed into it. The Thor supports up to XL-ATX Motherboard (13.5” x 10.3”) / SSI-CEB (E-ATX) (12″ x 10.3″) along with a mostly tool-free installation. The Thor V2 has also updated the USB 3.0 connections, adding one more than the original, and reorganizing the top I/O section. The massive inside supports up to a 330mm (12.99″) video card, along with having a 230mm front intake fan to help keep... 
The Cooler Master Storm Trooper includes features that are often coveted by gaming enthusiasts in that it has full dust filter coverage, a fan controller, an external SSD drive hot-swap dock and two modular hard drive cages. These features give CM Storm Trooper the ability to adapt easily to configurations ranging from workstation to water-cooled gaming configurations. The CM Storm Trooper is the first in its class to include an ultra-strong carrying handle, allowing a gamer to travel with rel... 
A new release from Bitfenix, the Outlaw, packs a slightly different punch than anything else from Bitfenix. With its inverted motherboard tray, the Outlaw accepts even the longest graphics cards with ease, while enhancing graphics card cooling. Plenty of optional fan locations will help keep the rest of your system cool, while a native SSD mount on the bottom of the case will help you keep up with new technology. With plenty of connectivity and their signature BitFenix SofTouch™ Surface treatm... 
With all the questions I have received lately on water cooling, which fans to get and how will they effect my cooling, I decided to throw together a test with a few different fans that I have lying around here. I will be running a push/pull installation with my fans for the testing. I am hoping to show differences in the fans used, or lack thereof. Yes, I know the choices of fans are just a miniscule amount considering the large number of fans on the market today.
Yes, absent is one of the mos... 
The Nexus Prominent 5 silent case features tool-less installation making it a quick and easy installation of your components. A black mesh front, aluminum edges, and black interior with orange accents give the Prominent 5 a different look. Nexus outfitted the Prominent 5 with a 140mm on the top and a 120mm is placed in the front for the air-intake. Some isolating padding, where the PSU is placed, prevents resonance and there are ventilation holes, and room for a fan, in the bottom of the case ... 
Getting a quality gaming chassis doesn’t necessarily mean spending a small fortune. BitFenix took that to heart when making Merc, which comes in two versions, the Merc Alpha and Merc Beta. The Merc Alpha will give you the option of going with additional fan locations, while choosing the Merc Beta gives a more streamlined look. The Merc has plenty expansion possibilities, which means your Merc can grow with the rest of your system, while friendly DIY features make system installation headache-f... 
The Raidmax BLACKSTORM case attempts to make assembling a system easier than ever before. It has a modular, tool-free design that makes the initial build and future upgrades simple. Both side panels latch into place for ease of access, so it could be for you as it is the latest version of one-click side panel case. A 120mm fan is mounted on the front of the case to draw cool air in and blow it across the hard drives, along with a 180mm optional fan on the side, and a pair of rear-mounted 120mm e... 
Today we will be running the Logitech Laptop Speaker Z305 through its paces to see just how well it holds up and to find out if it will be a good replacement for your laptop’s stock speakers. The Z305 speaker projects sound more evenly in all directions, so you do not have to worry so much about positioning yourself or the speaker precisely for optimal listening. The 360-degree speaker should (in theory) provide crisp, clear sound no matter where you are in relation to the Z305. It has bot... 
Rosewill’s BLACKHAWK is one of their newest introductions into the chassis market. They have pre-installed four 120mm and one 140mm fans for almost maximum cooling. Right out of the box, it will save users from spending extra money on missing fans. They have also incorporated the traditional I/O ports most users look for in today’s market, as well as a top-mounted HDD dock. With long VGA card and water cooling support, integrated cable management, CPU back plate cutout, and easy-clean ... 
Lancool, a manufacturer of mid- to high-end computer chassis, has launched a new mid-tower PC case, the PC-K9 Series. Oddly, given the name, this case has nothing remotely dog-like about it. Designed for ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards and manufactured with easy hardware installation in mind, the case cradles components in a reduced-vibration housing with top-rate thermal performance capabilities. The Lancool PC-K9WX makes an impression with its a black brushed aluminum exterior and SEC... 
We all know by now that Bitfenix has been on the warpath ever since entering the chassis market with a bang, debuting with their Colossus. Since that time, they have added three more models and dived into other avenues of customization. Today, with computer customization exploding in popularity, we will be looking at one of the latest crazes to hit the average user. For the longest time, sleeving PSU cables was the sole province of the pro-modding community, but now with all the tools and choice... 
The new Thermaltake chassis to hit the market is the Chaser MK-I, which we will be tossing on our review bench and sending it through its paces today. The Chaser sports USB 3.0 and a HDD docking station with easy access. We are happy to see Thermaltake preparing for the future with these additions. Thermaltake also boasts that the Chaser can support any graphics card up to 33cm in length, which we will be happy to put to the test later on in the review. With an easily removable top panel, the ... 
The FC9 is Lamptron’s newest 4 channel fan controller design, featuring a CNC milled front panel. A unique multiple-color (White, Blue, Green, Cyan, Red, Purple, and Yellow) channel system enhances the look of this 50-watt, 4 channel controller. With all the color options, you should be able to find something there to suit your style needs whenever necessary. Each channel color is easily customized through a three-jumper system via the back of the PCB (we will cover the specifics, no worri... 
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