Cooler Master MasterCase 5 has exterior expandability

Cooler Master's MasterCase 5 has made it to the market. First shown at Computex a month or two ago, this is world's first mid-tower case with exterior expandability via accessories that can be purchased separately. The case uses Cooler Master's FreeForm Modular System and promises to kick off a new generation of cases with endless build possibilities.

Available today, the lineup consists of the MasterCase 5 and the MasterCase Pro 5. The difference between these two cases is that MasterCase 5 has dual handles and a standard door while the MasterCase Pro 5 has more interior expandability, an elevated mesh top cover and a side window. Pricing is 124.90EUR for the MasterCase 5 and 159.90EUR for the MasterCase Pro 5.

The MasterCase Pro 5's side window kit and top cover kit are available seperately for 24.99EUR and 16.99EUR, respectively. A 2-bay 3.5" HDD bracket costs 12.99EUR, a 3-bay 3.5" HDD bracket sells for 14.99EUR and a 2.5" SSD bracket has a list price of 4.99EUR. Over time there will be new accessories for the FreeForm concept, including replacement panels and doors to change the look of the case.

Cooler Master is excited to announce the availability of the MasterCase 5 and MasterCase Pro 5, the world's first mid-sized modular towers with exterior expandability, made possible with accessories purchased separately. Debuting at Computex 2015, the MasterCase ushers in a new era of products with FreeForm Modular System that offers unparalleled control over form and function.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Raymen Wu, Global Marketing Director said, "The MasterCase represents the first of a new wave of products with our unique FreeForm technology that enables endless build possibilities. Launched in tandem with the new slogan 'Make It Yours.', we kicked off a new drive to harness the maker spirit in our products and community. FreeForm will be applied across all of our products in the near future ensuring you have the freedom to fully express yourself."

Harness the Maker Spirit
Cooler Master invited eight Makers to Computex 2015. They came from varied walks of life: artist, engineer, designer, pro gamer, modder, and VR developer, yet they shared one thing in common: the spirit of making.

The MasterCase 5 enabled each Maker to create a computer system that was uniquely theirs without compromising their build requirements. From aggressive looking gaming rigs to classy workstations, and even a robotic bartending machine that could prepare drinks, the MasterCase 5 was the platform used to share their passion with the world. Meet the makers by visiting: Meet the Makers.

Upgrade Your PC Inside Out with the MasterCase 5's FreeForm Modular System
The MasterCase 5 breaks new ground in the way PCs are designed, made, bought and used. Fundamental to this reimagination is the FreeForm technology. Cooler Master wants users to have absolute control over how their case looks and functions. FreeForm provides options to not only adjust the case exterior, but also offers interior layout flexibility in a mid-sized case. It is Cooler Master's interpretation of the "Form Follows Function" principle.

In the MasterCase 5, FreeForm allows a single case to support a host of different configurations, enabling users to upgrade rather than replace their case and system. Through a unique Clip-and-Click panel, FreeForm lets users adjust vertically or remove the drive cages entirely. This flexibility allows building multiple system configurations like home servers, water-cooled workstations, or gaming rigs with dual-slot extra-long graphics cards using one single case.

Two models will be made available at launch: the base MasterCase 5 and the upgraded MasterCase Pro 5. The base MasterCase 5 comes with dual top handles and a standard door while the MasterCase Pro 5 comes with a side window panel, elevated mesh top cover, and additional interior expandability options. Users wishing to upgrade from the MasterCase 5 to the Pro 5 version can do so through an ecosystem of accessories.

All these accessories, including external panels and kits will be available for purchase from authorized retailers and also online at the Cooler Master online stores in Europe, North America and Asia. More modular accessories are to be announced at a later time.

Specifications:

Model		MasterCase 5	MasterCase Pro 5
P/N		MCX-0005-KKN00	MCY-005P-KWN00
Available Color		Dark metallic grey exterior with black interior
Materials		SECC, Plastic
Weight		10.6 kg/23.4 lbs	10.7 kg/23.6 lbs
Size (WxHxD)	All	235x512x548mm	235x512x548mm
	Body	235x460x460mm	235x460x460mm
Mother Board Support		ATX, m-ATX, M-ITX	ATX, m-ATX, M-ITX
Expansion Slots		7	7
Drive Bay	5.25" ODD	2	2
	3.5" HDD	2	5
	2.5" SSD	2+2	2+5
Electronics	I/O port	U3 x2, Audio	U3 x2, Audio
	Fan speed control	N/A	N/A
Pre-install fans	Front	140mm x1	140mm x2
	Top	N/A	N/A
	Rear	140mm x1	140mm x1
Fan Support	Front	120/140mm x3	120/140mm x3
	Top	120/140mm x2	120/140mm x2
	Rear	120/140mm x1	120/140mm x1
Water Cooling Support	Front	240/280mm radiator, up to 40mm thickness without fan	240/280mm radiator, up to 40mm thickness without fan
	Top	N/A	240mm radiator, up to 40mm thickness without fan
	Rear	120/140mm	120/140mm
CPU Air Cooling Support		190mm/7.5inches	190mm/7.5inches
VGA Card Support	w/ 3.5" HDD Cage	296mm/11.7inches	296mm/11.7inches
	w/o 3.5" HDD Cage	412mm/16.2inches	412mm/16.2inches
Cable Management		25mm	25mm
Dust Filters		Front/Top/Bottom	Front/Top/Bottom
Power Supply Type		Bottom Mount, ATX PS2
Remark		No Top Cover  No Front Door	W/ Top Cover  Top Water Bracket  Side Window
Product Sheet Download		MasterCase 5	MasterCase Pro 5