“Unique. Unprecedented. Inspired.” This is the motto of NZXT and the Vulcan Case is the embodiment of all three words. NZXT computer cases have really broken into the scene over the past few years, especially with their New Micro ATX case the Vulcan. I was excited to see someone come out with a computer case like this, having always been on the lookout for a good lan party case to make transporting everything easy. The Vulcan was created with serious Gamers in mind with enough space for a full sized graphics card while still maintaining sufficient airflow. Now let’s take a look at the NZXT Vulcan. Who knows? This might be the next purchase for your MATX gaming build.
Special thanks to NZXT for providing us with the Vulcan mATX Case to Review.
Features & Specifications
• Durable Non-slip finished top handle for portability
• Black Interior
• Dual 5.25″ slots and four 3.5″ slots (internal and external)
• Wire routing holes + extruded side panel provides extra space for cable management
• Dual 8W channel fan control
• Fits at least 350mm video cards like the ATI 5970
• ATX PSU with removable filter + anti-vibration rubber support
• Dual external watercooling cutouts
• Dual top 120mm exhaust for optimal cooling
• Top mounted (2x)USB, E SATA, External HD Audio + Mic
• Fan LED on/off function: Turn off lights during night time use
• CPU heatsink cut-out + 170mm heatsink support
• Supports 200mm fan intake on side mesh (NZXT only guarantees fitment with NZXT’s FN-200)
• Extra large mesh holes for optimal airflow
• Removable Hard drive cage
• Included thumbscrews for all drives
| LED Color | Orange |
| Front panel connectors | 1 x HD Audio/Mic, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x eSATA |
| FRONT PANEL MATERIAL | Plastic / Steel Mesh |
| DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) | 406mm (D) x 180mm (W) x 422.5mm (H) / 16” x 7” x 16.6” |
| Dimensions w/o Handle | 406mm (D) x 180mm (W) x 380mm (H) / 16” x 7” x 14.9” |
| VGA Clearance | >350mm |
| CPU heatsink height support | 165mm ( without side 200mm fan 0 |
| COOLING SYSTEM | FRONT, 1 X 120mm (included) REAR, 1 X 92/80mm TOP, 2 x 120mm ( 1 x Orange LED fan included ) SIDE, 1 x 200mm |
| DRIVE BAYS | 6 DRIVE BAYS 2 EXTERNAL 5.25″ DRIVE BAYS 2 EXTERNAL 3.5″ DRIVE BAYS 2 INTERNAL 3.5″ DRIVE BAYS Screwless Rail Design |
| MATERIAL(S) | Steel with powder black coating inside |
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 4 |
| POWER SUPPLY | ATX |
| WEIGHT | 5.80 KGS (W/O Power) |
| MOTHERBOARD SUPPORT | MICRO-ATX, ITX |
Packaging
The NZXT Vulcan comes in a box so small that you begin to wonder how all your stuff will fit into the case. Looking at the front of the box you have a picture of the NZXT Vulcan. On other side of the box there is a detailed lettered diagram of the Vulcan at the top half and a diagram key listed below.
Upon opening the box, the case is nicely protected by two pieces of styrofoam. When you pull the Vulcan out of the box there is a plastic bag wrapped around it to ensure it is safe during transport. Below is a photo of the case entirely removed from the packaging.