Anidees reveals the compact AI-4B mini-tower

Posted on Friday, July 05 2013 @ 12:12 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
Anidees introduces the AI-4B, a new steel case with a brushed aluminium front panel. At first sight, the pictures suggest this is a full tower case, but it's in fact a mini tower designed for Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX cases. It measures only 186mm x 429mm x 420mm and weighs 6.06kg.
Anidees is known from very unusual projects designed for people who appreciate the elegance and functionality. Manufacturer have announced their latest chassis AI-4 dedicated for Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX motherboards. Despite this, case is compatible multiple equipment and can give you a lot more than you expect at first sight. If some of you remember previous model AI-6, you can see similar design of AI-4 case which is also finished with brushed aluminum on the top and front panels. Front door can be hinged right or left to the users preference.

The top I/O panel includes high speed USB 3.0 (2x), USB 2.0 (2x) and audio innput/output for more comfortable connectivity. Like any great case, cable management areas are present including cable chips to keep cables tidy. A three speed fan controller situated alongside the I/O input gives dynamic cooling and sound potentials. Three Nano tech fans, 2x 120mm in the front and 1x 120mm is already included with the system which have an ultra long lifetime. The case has space 4x 3.5" or 2.5" devices, up to 340mm graphics cards and 168mm CPU coolers, so this will ensure you can get great cooling and a powerful graphics card inside the system. Anti-vibration rubber for the fans, HDD and removable dust filter in the front - this all can also be found on the AI-4.

Technical details:
  • Dimensions: 186 x 429 x 420 mm (W x H x D)
  • Material: steel, aluminum
  • Weight: 6.06 kg
  • Colour: Black
  • Form Factor: Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
  • Fans (possible):
  • - 2x 120/92/80 mm (front)
  • - 1x 120/92/80 mm (back)
  • Pre-installed fans:
  • - 2x 120 mm (front)
  • - 1x 120 mm (Back)
  • Fan controller: 1 channel, 2 fans, 3 stages
  • Filters: front
  • Drive Slots:
  • - 2x 5.25 inch (external)
  • - 4x 3.5 / 2.5 inch (internal)
  • Power Supply bay: Standard ATX 1x (optional)
  • Expansion Slots: 5 (tool-less)
  • I / O Panel:
  • - 2x USB 3.0 (internal connection)
  • - 2x USB 2.0
  • - 1x each Audio In / Out
  • Maximum graphics card length: 318 mm
  • Maximum CPU hight: 168 mm
  • Mainboard tray distance to side wall: 175 mm
  • Anidees calls itself a European design company, their website is currently down but the company's Facebook page claims the ideas of their products mainly come from Germany, the Netherlands, France, and other countries. The last time we at DV Hardware wrote about Anidees was in November 2011, when the company launched its AI-6B mid-tower case.

    Anidees AI-4B case

    Anidees AI-4B case

    Anidees AI-4B case


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    Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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