Wireless Type | Radio Frequency |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
Corsair Carbide Series 100R Mid Tower Case, Black
Brand | Corsair |
Motherboard Compatability | ATX |
Case Type | Midi Tower |
Color | black |
Material | Unspecified |
Power Supply Mounting Type | Mid Tower |
Cooling Method | Water |
Fan Size | 4.72 Inches |
Item Weight | 10.6 Pounds |
Number of Expansion Slots | 7 |
About this item
- Elegant, modern design: with flush-mounted side panel window
- Dual USB 3.0 front panel ports
- SSD support: all four hard drive trays provide solid state drive support
- Tool-free 3.5 inch and 5.25 inch drive installation
- Cable routing channels and holes.Case Windowed is Acrylic
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Noise level | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Quality of material | 4.0 | 3.2 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Easy to remove | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.5 | — | 4.8 |
Easy to assemble | 4.3 | — | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Value for money | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Sold By | — | ZalmanUSA | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Antec Prime | Amazon.com |
case type | midi tower | full tower | mid tower | mid tower | mini tower | mid tower |
motherboard form factor | ATX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX | — | Micro ATX | — |
material | Unspecified | Alloy Steel | Tempered Glass | Metal | — | Tempered Glass |
cooling method | Water | Air | Air | Air | Air | Air |
number of usb ports | 2 | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | — |
fan count | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
From the manufacturer
Elegant and modern on the outside
With all the features a serious PC builder needs on the inside. Need a case that’s sleek and streamlined on the outside, but packed with serious features, all for a great value? Look no further than the Carbide Series 100R Mid Tower case.
Simple, elegant, and sharp.
It’s the performance PC platform in stealth mode. With a mesh-free front panel, flush-mounted side panel window and clean lines, the 100R is both professional enough for the office and customizable enough for any home PC build.
Storage, simplified.
Tool-free 3.5” and 5.25” drive installation, and all four hard drive trays provide solid-state drive support so you can mix and match to fit your needs. On the outside, dual USB 3.0 front panel ports give you quick and easy access to the latest high-speed portable hard drives and flash drives.
Creative cooling
Five internal fan mounts let you customize your cooling to match your build. We’ll get you started with one included 120mm fan. The case is designed to draw airflow directly to the GPU to help ensure that you and your graphics card will both keep your cool during intense gaming sessions.
The features that builders want
You want the attention to detail that makes it easy. You’ll appreciate things like cable routing channels for easy cable organization and better-looking builds, and the side panels are attached with thumbscrews so you can get in and out without hunting for a screwdriver.
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Product Description
Corsair CC-9011075-WW Corsair Carbide Series 100R Mid-Tower Case - Mid-tower - Black - Steel - 6 x Bay - 2 x 4.72" x Fan(s) Installed - 0 - ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ATX Motherboard Supported - 10.58 lb - 5 x Fan(s) Supported - 2 x External 5.25" Bay - 4 x Internal 3.5" Bay - 7x Slot(s) - 2 x USB(s) - 1 x Audio In - 1 x Audio Out - Liquid Cooler
Overview:
Elegant and modern on the outside, with all the features a serious PC builder needs on the inside.
The Carbide Series 100R Mid Tower case has the versatility serious PC builders need with the clean, modern exterior design all users can agree with. Tool-free access to the interior, a flush-mounted window for admiring your components, and a range of cooling options are all available to the home builder at a spectacular value with this latest addition to the Corsair family.
Specification:
General Information
Manufacturer: Corsair
Manufacturer Part Number: CC-9011075-WW
Brand Name: Corsair
Product Line: Carbide
Product Model: 100R
Product Name: Carbide Series 100R Mid-Tower Case
Product Type: Computer Case
Technical Information
Motherboard Supported: ATX
Motherboard Supported: Mini ATX
Motherboard Supported: Micro ATX
Number of Fans Supported: 5
Number of Fans Installed: 2
Fan Size Supported: 5.51"
Fan Size Supported: 4.72"
Installed Fan Size: 4.72"
Features: Fan Speed Controller
Features: Water Cooling Holes
Bays
Number of External 5.25" Bays: 2
Number of Internal 3.5" Bays: 4
Number of Total Expansion Bays: 6
I/O Expansions
Number of Total Expansion Slots: 7
Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of USB Ports: 2
Front USB: Yes
Total Number of Audio In Ports: 1
Front Audio In: Yes
Total Number of Audio Out Ports: 1
Front Audi
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Technical Details
Brand | Corsair |
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Item model number | CC-9011075-WW |
Item Weight | 10.6 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 18.5 x 7.9 x 16.9 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 18.5 x 7.9 x 16.9 inches |
Color | black |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Ingram Micro CE |
Language | English |
ASIN | B00RORBQNW |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 6, 2015 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #1,110 in Computer Cases |
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Customers like the quality, appearance and value of the computer chassis. For example, they mention it looks very sharp, has a decent build quality and is well worth the money. Some appreciate the ease of assembly and the space it provides.
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Customers like the quality of the computer chassis. For example, they say it has a decent build quality, is lightweight, and has mediocre plastic front panels. That said, they find it to be a good blending of quality and cheap. Some mention that it's the perfect case for their build and that the side window was a bonus. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...middle of the road quality case, not cheap nor over built, nothing broke or bent, but felt like the common quality case of any mild cost case under $..." Read more
"...This case is very lightweight but still very sturdy...." Read more
"...It is an extremely good case, at a rock bottom price...." Read more
"...price does the job, although it is disappointing that the windowless one is more expensive the side window still works just as good even though it is..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the computer chassis. For example, they mention it's sleek, simple, and sharp. The faux-brushed aluminium looks nice from a distance, and the window shows off everything beautiful. The case has a minimalist design, and includes a 120mm case fan. Overall, most are happy with the product's appearance.
"...It is spacious, has great air circulation, and looks very sharp. The best part about this case is that it is so easy to mod or to custom paint...." Read more
"...The design of the case was actually the selling point for me. It’s sleek and simple which is exactly what I was looking for...." Read more
"...The styling is very sleek with a nice finish. The front plate and drive bays are made of plastic, and the rest is metal...." Read more
"...n't to bad.. could be better be for a budget build this is a pretty sweet little case that does what it is supposed to.. Clear side panel is a..." Read more
Customers find the computer chassis well worth the price. They say it's a great case for a budget build and can save a lot of case money. Customers also mention that the case is a very competitive case at its price and an excellent choice for anyone looking to sport a computer chassis.
"...This case is very affordable (usually hovering around $50), and has all of the features you'd expect: usb 3.0, SSD mounts, mounts for ATX, mATX, etc...." Read more
"...Conclusion:In the end it’s a solid case. It’s perfect for the budget build and it definitely doesn’t break the bank." Read more
"...around the same $40-$50 price range of this one, it remains a very competitive case at it's price...." Read more
"...one fan and my dumb rant about CD drives.. this case is pretty great for a budget build.. I chose it because I wanted something that looked less..." Read more
Customers find the computer chassis easy to assemble. They mention that the toolless drive bays make it incredibly easy to install drives, and the instructions are decent. They also mention that it has a simple and professional look, and is great for the inexperienced in custom computer building.
"...to mod, this is a sleek, black case that is very spacious and is great to build in. I highly recommend." Read more
"...It’s sleek and simple which is exactly what I was looking for. My main issue is how the power and reset butting is laid out...." Read more
"Almost everything is just right. Easy to route cables, very easy to mount things, sturdy, beautiful construction ......" Read more
"...Its cable management features are good and it's definitely easy to work with, as both side panels are easy to remove...." Read more
Customers like the space in the computer chassis. They mention that it has plenty of room for a sizable top slot GPU, graphics card, fans, and a liquid cooling rig. They also appreciate the extra room behind the motherboard for easy routing. Overall, customers say the layout is spacious and functional, and it has 4 HDD bays.
"...The case gives room for cable management and can fit a large sized graphics card ( You can see my XFX RX 480 in the picture)...." Read more
"...It's great too that the case has 4 HDD bays...." Read more
"...Relatively roomy, except for the space between the backplate and case side.-..." Read more
"...Pros: very adequate space for working inside, intakes and exhausts are satisfactory, the drive bays are easy to work with, long power supplies fit..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the computer chassis. Some mention it's a great case overall, with a sleek design that doesn't take much space. The hard drive mount is relatively small, which is a good thing. The case can fit a full sized ATX motherboard and a powerful system with a small footprint. However, some say that straight-on ones won't fit, it'll be a relatively tight fit, and you can't mount long PSUs.
"...It is a relatively tight fit, with only a few cm to spare, but it does in fact fit with the side panel on...." Read more
"...The hard drive mount is relatively small, which is a good thing. There is plenty of space for long graphics cards or other expansion cards...." Read more
"...Straight-on ones won't fit. This isn't a big deal, just an annoyance.Second, there are only mounting screw holes for larger, 120mm fans...." Read more
"...The case can fit a full sized ATX motherboard (which I have), and I personally really like the viewing panel on the side...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cable management of the computer chassis. Some mention that it's nice, with well-marked front connectors and easy to route cables. However, others say that it is tight and difficult to manage cables on the non-windowed side.
"...The case gives room for cable management and can fit a large sized graphics card ( You can see my XFX RX 480 in the picture)...." Read more
"...Other than that I don’t have many issues with the case. Cable management can be a bit tight but for the most part it’s still functional and I wasn’t..." Read more
"...Cable management isn't to bad.. could be better be for a budget build this is a pretty sweet little case that does what it is supposed to.. Clear..." Read more
"Almost everything is just right. Easy to route cables, very easy to mount things, sturdy, beautiful construction ......" Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the computer chassis. Some mention that it works decently, while others say that it compromises their effectiveness. Some say that the sleds work great, while other say that they don't work too well. Some customers also mention that the front panel had problems with the disk drive. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's recommended to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"...It has a nice 4 drive HDD/SSD bay with plastic sleds. These sleds work great, and if you have HDD's you can pop the plastic inserts into the screw..." Read more
"Almost everything is just right. Easy to route cables, very easy to mount things, sturdy, beautiful construction ......" Read more
"...As a result it compromises their effectiveness. Instead there should either be more intake space or a grill on the front."**..." Read more
"...Pros: very adequate space for working inside, intakes and exhausts are satisfactory, the drive bays are easy to work with, long power supplies fit..." Read more
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Ill give my opinion about some other reviews given on here vs my experience with the case.
-Them: "Side panel could be a little more solid.
The brackets along the PCI slots in the back are pretty flimsy, I bent 2 all the way in half.." **Me: What on earth did you do hulk?** Nothing bent on my build, not even the slightest.
-Them: "Front-mounted 120mm fans intake from their sides and there's almost no room for air to flow in to the fans. As a result it compromises their effectiveness. Instead there should either be more intake space or a grill on the front."
**Me: Thats what High static pressure fans are good for. Problem solved**
-Them: "Cons: The 140mm fan mounts are a LIE! " **Me: Description says 120mm, even Corsairs websites clearly states "Radiator Compatibility 120mm"
This case is very affordable (usually hovering around $50), and has all of the features you'd expect: usb 3.0, SSD mounts, mounts for ATX, mATX, etc. The hard drive mount is relatively small, which is a good thing. There is plenty of space for long graphics cards or other expansion cards. The case is mostly metal, except for the hard drive mounts and the front panel, which are a sturdy plastic. This case is very lightweight but still very sturdy.
The only minor flaw is that there isn't a ton of space behind the back panel for extensive cable management, but that is pretty standard of cheaper mid-towers.
CONCLUSION - A great case for the price, especially if you want to try out some modding or custom painting. Even if you don't want to mod, this is a sleek, black case that is very spacious and is great to build in. I highly recommend.
Construction:
The frame itself is sturdy enough. It’s by no means a case that’s built to be strong but it’s not entirely weak either. It will hold up. The side panels on the other hand are flimsy and because of the material the case is made from it would be easy to dent or scratch. As long as your careful though you shouldn’t have any issues.
Design:
The design of the case was actually the selling point for me. It’s sleek and simple which is exactly what I was looking for. My main issue is how the power and reset butting is laid out. It doesn’t feel like a physical button like you would see on the spec series and it’s hard to see. Just got to remember the power button is on the right and reset is the left. Other than that I don’t have many issues with the case. Cable management can be a bit tight but for the most part it’s still functional and I wasn’t expecting something amazing from the price point. You get 2 5.25” drive trays which is more than plenty and 4 HDD/SDD trays which for a small case should be plenty for the average PC user. You also have plenty of options for cooling with fans and even AIO liquid coolers. If you’re using air cooling be mindful though of the size as some of the larger ones like the 212 will not fit in this case.
Conclusion:
In the end it’s a solid case. It’s perfect for the budget build and it definitely doesn’t break the bank.
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This will take a full size ATX motherboard no problem and has tons of drive potential and plenty of heat sink and power supply space. Could it have more room to be less crowded? Absolutely. It gives you space for 2 front and 2 top mounted fans, plus one on the back. Is it a perfect design? Never. It comes with feet to keep it off the desk and thumb screws for easy access. The side window is a nice touch for being flashy with LEDs, but more importantly you can probably see your motherboards post lights without having to pull the side off.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION: The power supply sits at the bottom back of the case and air is drawn from the UNDERSIDE. The little feet I mentioned earlier are there to increase case height from the floor/desk to allow good air flow. It has a removable filter (slides out from the rear of the case exterior) as this spot can be great or a terrible location depending on your layout. If you plop this case on the floor, under a desk next to a cat bed, the filter will quickly clog and your PSU will fry. If you're smart, you'll keep it elevated (edge of desk or even wall mounted) and the low cool air will be make your PSU happier than a top mount. If this is a non-issue for you, and everything else looks good, then add this case to your cart.
Another important point is the media server potential. Specifically the 4 hard drive (3½") slots and 3 optical drive (5¼") bays provided. That's SEVEN drive bays total. You can spend a few bucks and buy adapters for the 5¼" bays for either single 3½" hard drives or 3½"/ SSD combo adapter trays. With 3 combo trays, this case can hold 3 SSD drives and 7 full size 3½" hard drives. You could get nuts and buy double SSD trays for all the slots and put 14 SSD drives in there... But now we're getting off track. The point is, the mini-server potential from this case, in addition to full size motherboards and graphic cards is fantastic and not to be overlooked.
To wrap this up, if you need a BUDGET case that can handle most hardware, that will work for a gamer, streamer, media server or your everyday email checking grandma... This is a must consider. I recommend you set it on an elevated surface but besides that, I believe it'll work for almost anyone. Kids who need concealed tubular slots for hand bent nitrogen filled liquid cooling rails and special CNC carved pivoting LED mounts will probably want to stop looking at budget cases and buy somthing more suitable.
Reviewed in Canada on December 3, 2020
This will take a full size ATX motherboard no problem and has tons of drive potential and plenty of heat sink and power supply space. Could it have more room to be less crowded? Absolutely. It gives you space for 2 front and 2 top mounted fans, plus one on the back. Is it a perfect design? Never. It comes with feet to keep it off the desk and thumb screws for easy access. The side window is a nice touch for being flashy with LEDs, but more importantly you can probably see your motherboards post lights without having to pull the side off.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION: The power supply sits at the bottom back of the case and air is drawn from the UNDERSIDE. The little feet I mentioned earlier are there to increase case height from the floor/desk to allow good air flow. It has a removable filter (slides out from the rear of the case exterior) as this spot can be great or a terrible location depending on your layout. If you plop this case on the floor, under a desk next to a cat bed, the filter will quickly clog and your PSU will fry. If you're smart, you'll keep it elevated (edge of desk or even wall mounted) and the low cool air will be make your PSU happier than a top mount. If this is a non-issue for you, and everything else looks good, then add this case to your cart.
Another important point is the media server potential. Specifically the 4 hard drive (3½") slots and 3 optical drive (5¼") bays provided. That's SEVEN drive bays total. You can spend a few bucks and buy adapters for the 5¼" bays for either single 3½" hard drives or 3½"/ SSD combo adapter trays. With 3 combo trays, this case can hold 3 SSD drives and 7 full size 3½" hard drives. You could get nuts and buy double SSD trays for all the slots and put 14 SSD drives in there... But now we're getting off track. The point is, the mini-server potential from this case, in addition to full size motherboards and graphic cards is fantastic and not to be overlooked.
To wrap this up, if you need a BUDGET case that can handle most hardware, that will work for a gamer, streamer, media server or your everyday email checking grandma... This is a must consider. I recommend you set it on an elevated surface but besides that, I believe it'll work for almost anyone. Kids who need concealed tubular slots for hand bent nitrogen filled liquid cooling rails and special CNC carved pivoting LED mounts will probably want to stop looking at budget cases and buy somthing more suitable.
Es algo pesado, como son estos gabinetes profesionales, e incluye los tornillos necesarios para anclar la placa base al gabinete, 4 tiras de plástico para acomodar los cables, un ventilador de 12 cm instalado en la parte posterior y un filtro para la zona en donde va la PSU.
Actualización al 20 de junio del 2019:
Se monto en el gabinete una placa base Gigabyte Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI el cual entro perfecto sin problema, al igual que el Cooler Master Hyper 212 Led que le hace combinación excelente. El resultado es muy optimo para mi.
Actualización al 23 de octubre del 2019:
He conseguido dos ventiladores más de 12 cm de diámetro de la gama RGB modelo HD120, para instalarlos tanto en la parte frontal como en la posterior y conseguir un flujo de aire mas continuo. Reemplace el fan que vino de fabrica por uno de estos, para darle una iluminación adicional.
Actualización al 7 de marzo del 2021:
Se le reemplazo la PSU con la que armé por primera vez mi PC, por una de marca Thermaltake, y se reemplazo el disipador Cooler Master 212 Hyper por su hermano 212 Black con ventilador RGB. Le coloque un filtro de aire por la parte trasera, para evitar la entrada de polvo.
Actualización al 17 de abril del 2021:
Adquirí un kit de tres ventiladores Cooler Master MF SickeFlow 120 ARGB, reemplazando a los dos ventiladores Corsair RGB anteriores, por lo practico de sus conexiones de alimentación (cableado estilo malla) y de iluminación ARGB (no requiere controlador dedicado, se puede realizar desde software de la placa base), y añadí dos filtros para polvo más, de que ya tenía originalmente. Ahora si esta el circuito de aire perfecto, preparando el terreno para cuando llegue a introducir una tarjeta grafica de alto desempeño.
Reviewed in Mexico on May 18, 2019
Es algo pesado, como son estos gabinetes profesionales, e incluye los tornillos necesarios para anclar la placa base al gabinete, 4 tiras de plástico para acomodar los cables, un ventilador de 12 cm instalado en la parte posterior y un filtro para la zona en donde va la PSU.
Actualización al 20 de junio del 2019:
Se monto en el gabinete una placa base Gigabyte Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI el cual entro perfecto sin problema, al igual que el Cooler Master Hyper 212 Led que le hace combinación excelente. El resultado es muy optimo para mi.
Actualización al 23 de octubre del 2019:
He conseguido dos ventiladores más de 12 cm de diámetro de la gama RGB modelo HD120, para instalarlos tanto en la parte frontal como en la posterior y conseguir un flujo de aire mas continuo. Reemplace el fan que vino de fabrica por uno de estos, para darle una iluminación adicional.
Actualización al 7 de marzo del 2021:
Se le reemplazo la PSU con la que armé por primera vez mi PC, por una de marca Thermaltake, y se reemplazo el disipador Cooler Master 212 Hyper por su hermano 212 Black con ventilador RGB. Le coloque un filtro de aire por la parte trasera, para evitar la entrada de polvo.
Actualización al 17 de abril del 2021:
Adquirí un kit de tres ventiladores Cooler Master MF SickeFlow 120 ARGB, reemplazando a los dos ventiladores Corsair RGB anteriores, por lo practico de sus conexiones de alimentación (cableado estilo malla) y de iluminación ARGB (no requiere controlador dedicado, se puede realizar desde software de la placa base), y añadí dos filtros para polvo más, de que ya tenía originalmente. Ahora si esta el circuito de aire perfecto, preparando el terreno para cuando llegue a introducir una tarjeta grafica de alto desempeño.
Instructions were not clear for a first time person. More words and example would have saved me a lot of time.
Says "thumbscrews" for the rear bar that holds down the add-in boards but not so. I don't like this. You have to unscrew small screws and lose them maybe.
The chassis is marked for ATX vs AT standoffs and mounting but the "location pin" in the center is not explained and was very confusing to me. And it didn't say to unscrew some of the AT standoffs and place them in the right spot for my particular ATX before putting in the motherboard -- this took me extra redo steps.
No picture on how to cleanly route the wires. There is a nice rounded channel where the wires can be somewhat hidden (between chassis and the outer panel) but I didn't notice this until I was half finished.
The USB 3 connector from the front panel plugged into my motherboard but it was tight and I couldn't get it out...not sure what is at fault for this.
Fan comes installed but I had to remove it to get the motherboard in and seated easily.
Instructions say to "install" the back plate but I had to push and fool with it for quite a while to know where to push to make it snap into place.
Filter is mentioned but I didn't see a description and had to discover it by accident.
My biggest disappointment was that the HD trays. I love the side mounting where they go in and out easily. But for neatness (I guess) they need cable routing from the rear which makes it neat but makes it harder to add a power extension, to temporarily unplug a drive and other testing you can do best when the cables connect from the "front." I often have the side off changing drives or stealing a SATA connection . Now I need longer cords -- can't pull them out as far since they come from the back. Since the trays are plastic and have molded prongs which mate with the screw holes in the HD drives (no hardware mounting) you can't mount the drive in backwards like the old metal trays. For people who don't change things like this the trays are just fine, neat, and convenient.
So many nice features but my experience would have been much nicer with better instructions.