Lian Li PC-C50 HTPC case introduced

Posted on Tuesday, August 17 2010 @ 13:14 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
Lian Li presents the PC-C50, a new HTPC case that supports Micro ATX, Mini DTX and Mini ITX motherboards. Available in black and silver colors, the PC-C50 offers space for three 3.5" HDDs (can be converted to support 2.5" disks), three 9.5mm thick 2.5" HDDs, four PCI cards, and one 5.25" device. Cooling is provided by two 120mm fans and there are additional fan holes on top and back for optional 120mm fans. The front features an I/O panel with three USB 3.0 ports, audio ports, eSATA and a MS/SD memory card reader. Lian Li says the PC-C50 will be available by the end of the month for about $189 (excl. VAT).
Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd. launches its PC-C50 multimedia HTPC chassis – a combination of modern functionality and hair-line brushed anodized aluminum finishing outlook perfectly for the home theatre décor and friendly for the end-users. The PC-C50 stands at 445x167x325mm (W. H.D) and weighs only in 3.20kgs. Available in black and silver colors, the PC-C50 case supports Micro ATX/Mini DTX/Mini ITX motherboards. The chassis is designed with unique modular CD-ROM cage and HDD cages that can be arranged by users' needs. Making it most convenient, the PC-C50 offers three USB3.0, HD audio and e-SATA I/O ports, as well as a MS/SD card reader slot, right at the front of the chassis for easy access.

The ideal cooling the Lian Li's PC-C50 has incorporated two 120mm exhaust fans on the side, PCI brackets with vent holes for extra cooling, as well as the power supply unit at the bottom to draw in cold air directly. Two 120mm and 80mm-size fan holes on the top and at the rear, respectively, are also available for additional fans.

The Lian Li PC-C50 HTPC chassis has one 5.25" external drive bay, the modular drive cages support three 3.5" HDDs and three 2.5" HDDs. There are four expansion slots available.

Quality and Craftsmanship
Like all Lian Li products, the PC-C50 HTPC chassis has the finely honed finish to prevent sharp edges. The internals are modular, so components can be pre-fitted and then installed in stages, allowing an organized and structural design for your DIY HTPC home theatre system. Tool-less thumb screws keep the case top panel attached, while a structural support bar adds strength to the case design. Everything is designed to comply with Intel Standards for maximum compatibility. The essence of Lian Li products is the craftsmanship of the engineering. Intrinsic to the workmanship and quality is the customization which includes a whole host of optional extras that can be purchased to add more features to an already feature rich product.


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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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