Introduction
Computer cases seem to be alive at the moment, what I mean by that is well…they are growing pretty big. This is partially due to the demands of the latest high end hardware, such as SLI and water-cooling. But also, gamers and overclockers are fan boys for large cases. So far, we haven’t really dealt with large cases at Tech-Reviews – - aside from the P190 – - so today; we’ve got another fat ass computer case. Introducing the Cooler Master Cosmos S…
Features
- Intelligent user interface with concealable I/O panel featuring a built-in touch sensor
- Cooler Master’s flagship aluminium alloy gaming chassis
- Design inspired by the sleek contours of the hottest dream race cars
Specifications
| Available Colour | Black |
| Dimension (W / H / D) | (W) 266 x (H) 598 x (D) 628mm |
| Weight | Net Weight: 13.8 kg; Gross Weight: 17.8 kg |
| Material | Chassis: Al. Appearance: Al (side panel: 1.5mm) |
| Motherboards | Extended ATX, ATX |
| 5.25″ Drive Bay | 7(Exposed) |
| 3.5″ Drive Bay | 4(Hidden, converted from 3×5.25 inch drive bays) |
| I/O Panel | USB 2.0 x 4, IEEE 1394 x 1, eSATA x 1, MIC x 1, Audio x 1(support Intel HD / AC 97 audio) |
| Expansion Slots | 7 slots |
| Cooling System | Front fan(intake): one 120x120x25mm, 1200 rpm, 17 dBA (included), Top fan(exhaust): one 120x120x25mm, 1200 rpm, 17 dBA (included), Top fan: 120mm x 2(optional), Rear fan(exhaust): one 120x120x25mm, 1200 rpm, 17 dBA (included), Side fan(intake): 200x230x30mm, 900 rpm, 150 CFM(included) |
| Power Supply | Standard ATX PS2 / EPS 12V (optional) |
| Optional Component | Transparent side panel, Fan bracket |
| Other | Keep-out requirement for CPU cooler installation:, At least 5.7 inch(145mm) separation between motherboard and the side panel of COSMOS S |
Packaging
The Cooler Master Cosmos S arrives in a black fairly hefty box – - bigger than most case size boxes. At the front of the box is the Cosmos S logo whilst at the back of the box are detailed photos of the case and its features.
Stopping the Cosmos S from being damaged during shipping, there are two large polystyrene inserts protecting the top and bottom. There is a gap between the sides and the box, so they will not be damaged. Once the case is removed from the polystyrene, you will find the Cooler Master – - sealed in a brown fabric pull string bag. Emblazoned on one side of the brown bag is a silver Cooler Master logo. Its unusual packing a case in a fabric bag, as I’ve only ever seen it been done once, that was on an Antec Sonata 550 Plus. However, I do like the idea and it gives a good indication of quality before even revealing the case.
Alongside with the case, there is a whole bundle of accessories:
- 5.25” to 3.5” brackets
- A large bag of screws
- EPS extension cable
- Bios speaker
- Lots of cable management ties and clips
- Warranty information leaflet
- Installation guide
This is all the accessories you’d need for the installation of a computer inside the Cosmos S. It’s also worth me mentioning that the installation guide is written in two languages, English and Chinese. Furthermore, there are many detailed diagrams showing how a computer is installed in the case and how various parts inside the Cooler Master work.
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