Entered CNET Catalog: 12/03/2005
SKU: SST-TJ07B
Manufacturer: SilverStone Technology
Manufacturer description
With a rich history in building full-size all aluminum tower cases dating back to 1999, SilverStone's talented R&D team created yet another benchmark in a class it created. The TJ07 is a culmination of years of experience as it fuses the latest in manufacturing process, thermal concept, ergonomic design, and attractive aesthetics. The main structure for the TJ07 is crafted from a solid extruded aluminum panel measuring more than 164cm (5.3 feet) in length and 4mm to 8mm in thickness. Using a process never before seen in PC cases, the panel was then arched precisely on two sides with automotive-caliber press machines to create the top, front, and bottom sides of the chassis. The end result is an aluminum chassis frame with more than twice the structural rigidity over average steel cases, helping to practically eliminate vibration-induced noise. Thanks to this process, SilverStone engineers was freed to place more large fans at strategic positions to significantly improve cooling while keeping noise to a minimum. A new ergonomic layout was also designed with experiences learned from previous Temjin cases so installation is incredibly simple without any obstructions for users of all levels and components. For advanced enthusiasts, the TJ07's simplistic approach with minimal use of rivets will also prove to be a delight because it provides plenty of easily accessible spaces for additional equipments or modifications. To complement the excellent functionality, SilverStone designers added subtle details in surface finish and structural tweaks learned from building home theater PC cases to enhance the look of the already powerful one piece frame. The TJ07 is truly as impressive to see in person as it appears on paper, the way a flagship tower case should be.Product summary
The good: Sleek design; lots of drive bays; room for two power supplies.
The bad: Expensive; no front-panel vent; not tool-free.
The bottom line: The SilverStone Temjin TJ07 is a solidly built aluminum case that will look at home in almost any decor, but its hefty price won't fit every budget.
Editors' review
- Editors' Choice: No
- Reviewed on: 04/03/2006
Behind the massive side panel, there's room for seven optical drives and a removable motherboard tray. Housed below is a separate compartment for the dual hard drive cages and the power supplies. That's right, we said supplies, as in plural. The TJ07 has room for dual side-by-side PSUs and even includes a Y-cable for connecting them both to your motherboard. Think that's over the top? Try hooking up a four-drive RAID array, a couple of optical drives, and some SLI video cards, then get back to us. All these components will require you to break out your Phillips head and tiny screws--no tool-free, snap-on drive rails here.
Our complaints here (aside from the price) are few. There are six fans inside the case, but no fan or vent on the front panel. It probably won't be a problem, but we're airflow traditionalists. Also, you access the hard drive cage by removing the left-side panel, but you must also remove the right-side panel to get to the thumbscrews that hold it in place, a somewhat annoying extra step. Lastly, the front-panel USB/FireWire/audio jacks are hidden behind a small door with a magnetic latch that can be hard to open.
