Cooler Master CSX Gargoyle

For those not familiar with the Stacker 830 Evolution, it's one of Cooler Master's most prestigious cases. This aluminum-constructed case features nine 5.25" external drive bays and four internal 3.5" drive bays. If occupying nine drive bays doesn't make your system loud enough, the Stacker 830 Evolution can also handle nine 120mm fans. However, the CSX Limited Edition model does provide a sound barrier and other soundproofing materials. For those interested in water-cooling, this case can also be easily adapted to fit a full water cooling system and ships with pre-drilled holes. The Stacker 830 is compatible with ATX/EATX and BTX motherboards. Its dimensions are 25.2" x 9.8" x 21.1". This case also has the benefit of being certified by NVIDIA for use with dual GeForce 8800GTX graphics cards in an SLI configuration. The Stacker 830 Evolution is also known for its tool-free capabilities and unmatched upgradeability.

Included with each case are a micro fiber case cover, CSX t-shirt, CSX pen, welcome letter, warranty sheet, cleaning guide, and a letter of authenticity. On top of the usual Cooler Master warranty for each of their cases, the CSX cases are backed by a limited edition lifetime warranty. The cleaning guide covers the basic maintenance for this custom-painted chassis to preserve the automotive finish. The case had arrived in a very large CSX cardboard box, which was well padded and everything had arrived in pristine condition.

The CSX Gargoyle Stacker 830 is magnificent. Not only is the Stacker 830 one remarkable case, but its paint job is impeccable. On the right hand side of the chassis is a single gargoyle that is stretched out over the length of the case and its head happens to be the front panel door. The attention to detail by Smooth Creations in painting this case is incredible and these photographs simply don't do justice for exposing the beauty.

The left side of the case is consumed almost entirely by an acrylic window, but there is additional painted gargoyle details on this side as well -- and even the top of the Stacker 830.