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Thermaltake Armor A90 Case Review

Author: Jim Manis

Of course the case does include some really well intended touches, for example they have pre-sleeved several of the fan leads. The sleeving used is not a high end product and is not shrink wrapped, but it is miles ahead of the bare wires, and looks good enough to not want to fuss with re-sleeving them.  With raised dimples on the motherboard panel you need fewer standoffs to mount your motherboard.  TT has included only four standoffs plus a locator pin. Those locations are also labeled on the tray to aid in assembly, just find your form factors code on the tray and insert standoffs as needed. You should always double check to make sure your motherboard matches the standoffs used before installing the screws.

Other items in the bag include the special mounting needed for installing a 200mm fan in the front of the case. A very well prepared manual (not pictured) and various screws and such to make sure you don't need to make a run to the hardware store on build day. Also included is a motherboard speaker and grommets to protect tubing run through the knock out holes in the rear of the case.

Under the front bezel you will find a full size mesh filter which is removable to allow you to clean the filter and bezel very quickly and without any hassle. This is made easier since the wiring all stays attached to the case frame. In addition there is a removable filter below the PSU to keep dust and debris from being drawn up into it.

Small touches like this go a long way to add quality to an otherwise inexpensive case and shows a unique attention to detail common to most Thermaltake cases.