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A design as discreet as it is silentThe Define XL R2 is Fractal Design's latest PC case. It combines a striking Scandinavian and minimalist design with excellent configurability, functionality and sound insulation. The Define 's side panels and front door are fitted with dense sound insulation materials, making it a true benchmark in noise reduction. In addition, the Define XL R2 can accommodate up to 8 HDDs in fully removable cages, all current graphics cards, as well as multiple ventilation solutions - including 3 Silent Series R2 hydraulic bearing fans as standard, it will keep your components in the best possible condition. For added functionality, the Define XL R2 has USB 3.0 connectors on the front and a 3-speed fan controller behind the front door. |
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Design down to the last detailThe Define XL R2 features high-density sound insulation materials for quieter operation and optimum noise reduction. The side panels and their asphalt interior also absorb vibrations and allow powerful PC designs without worrying about component noise. Patented ModuVent gives the user the choice between complete silence and regulated airflow. This advanced technology makes it easy to manage cooling performance according to the user's needs. In addition, a fan controller, managing up to 3 fans, is strategically integrated behind the front panel door. Three Silent Series R2 fans are included, their hydraulic bearing system offers superior life expectancy. With 4 additional fan slots, you are assured of building a very advanced configuration with multiple graphics cards. |
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General information |
Product name |
Fractal Design Define XL R2 Titanium Grey |
Brand |
Fractal Design | |
Model |
FD-CA-DEF-XL-R2-TI | |
Main characteristics |
Graphic card max. length |
480 mm |
Max height CPU fan |
170 mm | |
Power format |
ATX/EPS | |
Case format |
Full tower | |
Use |
Gamer | |
Material |
Steel | |
Motherboard format |
XL-ATX | |
| ATX | ||
| E-ATX | ||
| Micro ATX | ||
| Mini ATX | ||
| Mini ITX | ||
Power supply supplied |
No | |
Design |
Screwless fixing system |
No |
Case color |
Black | |
Front color |
Gray | |
Glass |
No | |
LED RGB |
No | |
ARGB LED |
No | |
Water cooling compatible |
Yes | |
Expansion slots |
Number of PCI slots |
9 |
Low profile |
No | |
Number of visible 3.5" slots |
0 | |
Number of invisible 3.5" slots |
0 | |
Number of 2.5" slots |
0 | |
Number of 2.5"/3.5" slots |
8 | |
Number of visible 5.25" slots |
4 | |
Number of invisible 5.25" slots |
0 | |
Number of Slot-in slim 5.25'' slots |
0 | |
Number of Slim 5.25'' slots |
0 | |
Front connectivity |
Location of expansion ports |
Top |
Connector(s) available |
1 X Headphone (3.5mm Jack Female) | |
| 1 X Microphone (3.5mm Jack Female) | ||
| 2 X USB 2.0 | ||
| 2 X USB 3.0 | ||
Cooling |
Number of rear fan(s) slots |
1 X 140mm |
Quantity of rear fan(s) supplied |
1 | |
Number of front fan(s) slots |
1 X 140mm | |
| 1 X 120 or 140mm | ||
Quantity of front fan(s) supplied |
1 | |
Number of side fan(s) slots |
1 X 140mm | |
Quantity of side fan(s) supplied |
1 | |
Number of above fan(s) slots |
2 X 120 or 140mm | |
Quantity of above fan(s) supplied |
0 | |
Water cooling |
AIO radiator compatibility |
120mm radiator |
| 140mm radiator | ||
| 240mm radiator | ||
| 280mm radiator | ||
Front AIO slot(s) |
240mm radiator | |
Above AIO slot(s) |
240mm radiator | |
| 280mm radiator | ||
Rear AIO slot(s) |
120mm radiator | |
| 140mm radiator | ||
Physical characteristics |
Width |
232 mm |
Height |
559 mm | |
Depth |
560 mm | |
Weight |
16.4 kg | |
Volume |
72.6 l | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
Product referenced on 4 Dec 2012
This case is well made.
The power supply is at the bottom for stability.
The cable routing is provided.
The hard disks are mounted across the case, so you can easily access the front and back of the disks.
The only complaint is that the 4 screws that close the side covers are not very good. A bit small in my opinion, so I'm afraid they won't hold very long.
One of the best boxes of the last generation, well designed, easy to assemble, and VERY heavy, it does its weight in steel and in sound insulation.one wonders if its weight in steel is the justification for its increase from 90 180? in 8 years.... (I still have the bill from my previous purchase, -2 points for this hardly justifiable increase)
Very good tower, well thought out but the wires for the recorder connections are too short. Given the price of this tower, 10 cm of extra wire would not be a luxury.
very good case... very big and very heavy!
perfect to have a workstation.
the price is also very good.
delivered on time.
Huge enclosure therefore very ventilated to keep the components cool with sound insulation plates and numerous anti-vibration rubbers (feet, disc cages).
Real possibility of 8 discs 3"1/2 with space between and 2 fans 140mm in the axis to keep them cool.
Caution :
- heavy and very bulky case. It's what I was looking for but it's surprising.
- Incompatible Watercooling 360mm. I took a 280mm.
- You have to buy extra 140mm fans.
Looks solid, roomy, airy and the dust filters seem to hold up well.
I ordered it in grey and received it in black though, I don't care personally but it's a detail to know if you're a fan of a particular colour.
On the other hand, I had paid 25€ (with other stuff) to have it delivered to my home and the delivery man didn't come to my house at all while I was there, so I had to go and pick it up in a relay and struggle to get it into the car... knowing that it weighs about a third of my weight, I was delighted. It's a very heavy laptop, so if you like to carry your laptop around for lan's, it's something to consider. It's solid though.
It's my first "high end" camera and I must say I'm pretty happy with it.
The positive points :
- I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to use it in the future, but I'm sure I'll be able to use it in the future.
-excessively well designed.
- quality and solidity. No more cardboard boxes that bend at the slightest pressure. This is solid, heavy, very heavy.
- a ventilation of madness! with a pseudo rheobus, which fills its role rather well. a multiplier of cable and envisaged for this one.
- goodbye to the dust inside the box, fatty to the filter.
Negative point
- heavy, very very heavy!!! the kind of box with which one makes of the musculation...
- for my case, the USB 2.0 ports on the front don't work :(
I'm not sure if it's a good idea to buy a new one, but I'm sure it will be.
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