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PC-6070
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  Date:
5-29-2003
  Price:
$180

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Introduction

About five years ago aluminum cases were introduced as an enthusiast's luxury item in the PC market. Lian-Li has been, without question, the most dominant aluminum case manufacturer on the scene.

Only a few select manufacturers offer a signature aluminum case line; Lian-Li being one of them. Just about every mid- tower case in Lian-Li's arsenal is based on the PC-6X chassis design, offering a combination of different features and aesthetics. Over the course of time, Lian-Li has introduced new, fine tuned models based on the PC-60 series. Because of their lightweight aluminum construction, some users have complained about vibrations and systems installed in these enclosures being on the loud side. With this in mind, the emphasis of Lian-Li's latest creation, the PC-6070, is silence.

 

Lian-Li PC-6070 Specifications
Case Type:   Mid Tower
Form Factor:   Standard ATX Motherboard (MAX SIZE: 12"x9.6")
Case Dimensions:   525 mm (L) x210 mm (W) x 460xmm (H)
Drive Bays:   4 X 5.25" devices, 3 X external 3.5",
5 X hidden 3.5" devices
Expansion Slots:   3 short, 4 full length
Cooling System:   3 X cooling fans (2 X80cm front, 1 X 80cm rear)
Power Supply: Not Included
Material:   All Aluminum construction

 

 

Case Exterior

 

The new PC-6070 continues the tradition of the PC-6X footprint, but has departed from the usually exposed drive bays with the addition of hinged door panel. This is the first model in Lian-Li's mid-tower product line to feature a full-fledged door. The two previous mid-tower enclosures from Lian-Li, the PC-6087 and 6089 included a flat transparent acrylic door, maintaining the cases' traditional box like shape. The door featured on the new PC-6070, however, is unique in that it is fully fabricated from aluminum and has a graceful outward curve on its face.

The door from right to left and snaps into the closed position via two ball bearings. It does not feature any type of locking mechanism, so if your reason for purchasing an enclosure with a door is security, you may want to look elsewhere. By pushing a lever located on the hinge side at the top, the door can be removed with ease.

ng the door reveals that this case is essentially identical to the PC-60 series. Interestingly enough, the key element that was omitted in the new PC-6070 design, is the three-position fan switch located on just about every other Lian-Li case. One reason Lian-Li opted not to include the switch is because it uses low RPM fans, which does cut down noise significantly, without a speed adjustment. We would have preferred Lian-Li to use normal speed fans and include the switch, allowing adjustment based on our own comfort and performance level.

It should be noted that two front mounted high-speed 2.0 USB ports are still included. A rubber gasket is fixed to the door, which should help cut down on noise and vibrations.

Unlike many cases with a door, the face of the PC-6070, as well as the door, is detachable. With the removal of four small screws the door assembly slides right out. This allows access to thumb screws securing the 3.5 external hard drive rack. It also reveals two 80mm fans and allows access to the air intake. Unfortunately, the design seems to be rather restrictive. It does contain a dust filter, removed by two thumbscrews on the bottom of the case. A quick look over the back of the door assembly reveals more sound damping material attached to all contact points and around allngs.

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Heading to the tail end of the case reveals that it is indeed identical to the PC-60 series, featuring a removable main board tray and power supply bracket. It also should be noted that items, including the side panels, are all held in place with thumbscrews for easy removal. We were surprised to find that no blowhole is used in the top of the case. Our team believes there should be a top exhaust fan on every case! We are assuming Lian-Li's intentions were to keep this case as quiet as possible. In an effort to quiet the case, both side panels are fitted with sound damping material on the inside. The material is approximately 1/8" thick, light-weight; effective, porouscell material.


 




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