Lian-Li introduces PC-C33 and PC-C34F HTPC enclosures -- Engadget HD

Honestly, there aren't too most dull HTPC cases attack the streets these days, so it's quite refreshing to see Lian-Li pumping out the brand new duo for those still holding parsimonious to loyal American values. Er, DIY values -- same difference, right? Anywho, both the PC-C33 as good as PC-C34F were written to house micro-ATX / ATX form factors as good as boast copiousness of room for inner HDDs, fans as good as the nice array of ports. The latter checks in with only the bit some-more room inside, not to mention the front-mounted, lockable HDD enclosure with the prohibited swap HDD capability. Hop upon past the mangle for the full specifications, as good as since we know you're wondering, you'll be seeking during $160 (C33) / $255 (C34F) for these when they boat in May.

[Via HotHardware]

Lian-Li launches the PC-C33 & PC-C34F Multimedia HTPC Chassis

20 March 2009, Keelung, Taiwan Lian-Li Industrial Co. Ltd has launched the PC-C33 & PC-C34F HTPC chassis. Both have slim form form factors to mix in with audio as good as DVD apparatus though stand out because of their singular offerings similar to the 2.4G wireless remote sensor, innovative HDD entrance as good as options as good as supremely quiet cooling capabilities. The PC-C33 stands during 425 x 168 x 460mm (W, H, D), whilst the slightly larger PC-C34F stands during 432mm x 168mm x427mm (W,H,D). These classic framework have the normal Lian Li brushed black anodized aluminum appearance, with the PC-C34F carrying the front mounted lockable HDD enclosure with the prohibited swap HDD capacity with support for up to 4x 3.5"HDD's. While both have space for 4x 3.5"HDD's. In addition, there are two ODD bays as good as support for 7 enlargement slots.
Unique Profile HTPC Chassis
The PC-C33 as good as PC-34F will both support the micro-ATX as good as ATX form factor. Both cases are hand-made with Lian Li's normal caring as good as courtesy to detail. The solid cut lines to emanate the superb form seen! upon bo th chassis' front panels give the HTPC framework the sense of style. The solid make up is all aluminum, offering significant cooling functions over customary steel cases, whilst adding the sleek as good as higher aspect of elegance. In further the front mounted I/O ports, embody 4x USB 2.0, 1x Firewire 1394, 1x E-SATA, as good as HD+AC97 Audio options.In addition, the acrylic window for the 2.4G wireless remote sensor enhances your HTPC experience.
Smooth Airflow as good as Silent
Lian Li courtesy to detail is clear via with special anti-vibration open clips to forestall the panels from rattling, whilst special rubber grommets support the HDD's mounted in their bays. The PC-C33 has 2x80mm empty ball-bearing fan@1200RPM, with the single 140mm ball-bearing fans @1200RPM drawing air in to the framework from the vent holes upon the side of the case. The PC-C34F has the 140mm Fan@900RPM money coming in upon the left palm side of the box , as good as the 80mm fan@1500RPM exhaust.The thriving open vents around the box urge airflow as good as assist the aluminum framework in cooling down the warmest components inside.
Quality as good as Craftsmanship
Like all Lian Li products, these HTPC Multimedia Chassis have the finely honed finish to forestall pointy edges, whilst the make up has been hand-crafted to emanate the extra courtesy to detail prevalent in Lian Li chassis. The minimalist pattern allows the box to fit in with any dcor. The special rubber padded steel stands are higher peculiarity reduce vibration. The internals are modular, so components can be pre-fitted as good as afterwards installed in stages, permitting an organized as good as constructional pattern for your DIY HTPC Home Theatre system. Tool-less thumb screws keep the box top row attached, whilst the constructional support club adds strength to the box design. Everything is written to imitate with Intel Standards for maximum compatibility. The hint of Lian-Li products is the craftsmanship of the engineering. Intrinsic to th! e workma nship as good as peculiarity is the customization that includes the whole host of optional extras that can be purchased to add some-more facilities to an already feature rich product.

For some-more sum upon facilities as good as extras accessible for the Lian Li PC-C33
For some-more sum upon facilities as good as extras accessible for the Lian Li PC-C34F
About Lian Li
Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd is an Aluminum Chassis as good as Chassis marginal manufacturer as good as provider of industrial indiscriminate as good as OEM & ODM services for the Personal Computer industry as required. With over twenty years of use excellence, ISO 9001 acceptance as good as the team of professional staff willing to do the utmost to broach durable, higher peculiarity products, all corroborated by the *2 year guarantee; your compensation is guaranteed.(*conditions apply)
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Availability: Arriving during your internal distributor finish of May.

Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price:
Lian Li PC-C33: USD160+VAT
Lian Li PC-C34F: USD255+VAT

Highlights for PC-C33

• 2.4G wireless remote sensor
• Anti-vibration HDD cage
• Supports Micro-ATX as good as ATX motherboards
• 1x140mm inner cooling fan @1200RPM
• Dual back descent 80mm Fans @1200RPM
• Multi-media I/O ports
• Folded elements to forestall pointy edges
• Diamond etched HTPC Chassis

Highlights for PC-C34F

• 2.4G wireless remote sensor
• Front doorway lockable HDD bay
• Supports Micro-ATX as good as ATX motherboards
• Modular complement for easy installation
• Hot swap SATA HDD enclosure for RAID arrays
• 1x side-mounted input 140mm Fans @900RPM
• 1x back descent 80mm Fan @1500RPM
• Multi-media I/O ports
• Folded elements to forestall pointy edges
• Diamond etched HTPC Chassis

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