rbmods.com Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:22
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This is a nice case but the weight just kills me, I would not recommend this as a LAN case but if you want something that will stand on the floor or on the table without moving around this is your choice. I love the way how it opens up and makes it ver...
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So are you tired of the same old boring computer case? Ready for something sexy, curvy, and drop dead gorgeous? And yes, I am talking about a computer case. How about one that is designed by the famous Italian design firm Pininfarina (the same compan...
Beautifully designed case, elegant yet modern – it’s definitely a Ferrari of computer cases!, Toolless assembly for side panels and drives, Removable side panels makes installation very easy, Very neat and innovative features (i.e. removeable HDD cage, hidden storage compartment, Enforce bar), Optimal placement of fans for decent cooling, High quality construction, Excellent value...
Noise levels – supercar looks, supercar noise!, No handles to pick up the case, in fact, there is no good place to pick up the case except for the bottom, Weight – with everything installed, the case tipped the scales at just over 40 lbs, Flimsy front covers that could easily snap off if you’re not careful...
This case is definitely a looker. It will outshine many other cases in this department alone. Although the case has many neat and innovative ideas, it is not perfect. However, you really do have to nit-pick to find any major flaws. The case is decen...
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The Spire Pininfarina is a very unique case, designed by the Italian design studio. The 6 mm thick aluminum and steel body make this case really heavy. It is a real back breaker if you plan to carry this one to a LAN party. The unique looks also contin...
Sturdy, simply indestructable, Great design, Available in four colors, Butterfly doors work well, Three fans included, Screwless design works well...
Heavy, really heavy, Fans are quite loud by todays standard, Installation is complicated at times, Installing PSU and drives requires removal of the respecitve covers, Design may not be for everyone, Large graphic cards will not fit...
The Spire Pininfarina is a true designer item. It looks great and has some unique features. The incredibly thick aluminum coupled with the 1 mm thick steel make this a case which is nearly indestructable. The flip down butterfly doors are a great idea...
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Spire are a fairly well known company among the overclocking community, and have a fair few years experience in manufacturing computer products. Their main focus is on the production of cooling solutions, power supplies and pc cases. They have offices...
With a case being what you mostly see when you look at your PC, the Pininfarina certainly looks the part. It's a unique looking piece of kit that would blend in well with other modern furniture. Its butterfly design really makes installation a cinch, taki...
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One thing often not given very much thought when building a do-it-yourself computer is the case. This is a shame as the one part of the computer the builder will deal with and end up looking at the most is obviously, the case itself! Whether the reaso...
"Butterfly" side panel design, Stylish, Armor-like plating, Tool-less design...
Rear 80mm fan with restricted exhaust...
No case is perfect, and while the Pininfarina case from Spire has its fair share of downsides they can be either a showstopper, or simply plain insignificant depending on each individual user in question. Spire advertises that “the Pininfarina chass...
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virtual-hideout.net Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:23
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There are a lot of computer cases out there, each one trying to have enough features that will get the attention of enough people to make a profit. For the most part though, there isn’t much that is different between one case and the next. With Spir...
Personally, the issues I have with the Pininfarina are minor. The biggest one is the hard drive rails, I really think they should get a new system for securing the hard drives in the hard drive ‘box’. I liked the looks of the case when I first...
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dreamwarecomputers.com Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:23
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For those not familiar with the name, Pininfarina is an industrial design company. They do design for everything from home consumer items to cars for Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Maserati, and many others. Today we're looking at a computer case from Spire, t...
Stylish curved Italian design, Front USB/IEEE1394/SOUND connections, Removable Mainboard Tray / SidePanel, Toolless design, 120mm and 2x80mm fans provided for excellent cooling...
Front Drive Bay door is hinged only on the left side...
I think that it's very clever and unique what Spire did with this case. I was very excited to see what features would be in a case designed by Pininfarina, and I wasn't disappointed in the least. The design is simple and elegant and I find it very...
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Question: what does Ferrari and a PC chassis have in common ? Up-to recently... nothing. But last week I got in contact with Spire who most of us know for their broad spectrum of coolers. Recently they introduced a power-supply range which they asked...
Clever. Its really very clever what Spire did with this chassis. Face it, the minute the name Pininfarina was on that chassis I was already sold. None the less Ill try and stay as objective as I honestly can be. The Pininfarina SP-ATX-PALU/U case is...
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MVKtech.net Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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Indeed, this isnt the first time we look into a product from Spire. But it is the first time we look at a computer case from Spire. Their focus is to build on the current success of the Spire brand so that the brand is recognized world wide as a provi...
Stateoftheart Pininfarina Design, ToolFree Installation of Components, Spacious & Functional Interior, Outstanding Butterfly Design, Reuseable Spare Parts Tray, Retention Clips for Expansion Cards, Abundance of Cooling Options, Available in Various Colors...
Slightly Heavy Weight Case, Complex Power Supply Installation, Absence of Water Cooling Mindset...
The Spire Pininfarina is an enthusiasts case with excellent design which facilitates ease of use allowing user conveniences across the board. What is so appealing about the Pininfarina is the excellent design and innovation. Right out of the box Pinin...
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Modthebox.com Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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Many years of working with PC hardware has taught me many lessons, some of which occur when the world of design meets the world of functionality. The end result can be either a masterpiece, or a train wreck. Spire, a company whos catalogue includes a...
Stunning looks, A rebirth of the fold out mainboard tray, Abundance of cooling options, Toolless features...
Quality control issues, Limited users manual, Clip on motherboard standoffs...
This has to be the longest case review I have ever done, and for good reason; the Spire Pininfinara is a lot to sing about. The visual statement this case makes is no less than stunning and is sure to turn heads from the front, back, sides and top. The...
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Overclockersonline.net Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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$130 USD (Newegg.com) / $160 CDN (NCIX.com) Looking through the archives I was only able to pull up a couple of reviews of Spire products here at Overclockers Online which is a bit surprising because Spire has been in this game of cooling computer hardwar...
Pininfarina design...looks great, Extremely functional interior, Butterfly design makes maintenance a dream...
2 x 80mm fans, Restrictive air intakes and exhaust, The case is slightly heavy...
I am usually very torn when it comes to the end of an enclosure review. There always seems to be an almost even number of pros and cons because I am tough to please and even harder to please when it comes to cases. Spire has managed to alter that trend...
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tweaknews.net Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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The fit and finish is excellent, the design is well-thought out, and like an exotic car, nothing is included that doesnt benefit from actual usage. A sleek look, useful PCI card retention, and swing-out case sides make this one a winner.
Clean good looks, Easy, swingdown door installation, Spare parts tray, PCI/AGP/PCIe slot retention clips...
Singlesided retention for optical bays, Short wiring for case fans, Oddball motherboard standoffs, Sharp corners on outside casing...
Did the Pininfarina hold up to my tire-kicking? Yes, it did, and overall, Im very impressed with the case. The fit and finish is excellent, the design is well-thought out, and like an exotic car, nothing is included that doesnt benefit from actual...
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madshrimps.be Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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IntroductionFor those of you who are interested in cars, and specially the expensive and speedy ones, the name Pininfarina might sound very familiar. This Italian company has helped design several Ferrari?s and other well known cars. Everything you wan...
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hardwareunboxed.com Updated: 2011-09-24 18:15:24
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Very rarely do I find myself in the position where I am reviewing a new computer case. This is because there are few computer cases that inspire me to a point where I want to review them. Given there is almost an infinite amount of computer cases avail...
The Spire Pininfarina is a great looking case that seems to fit in just about anywhere. The sleek appearance of this case looks ultra modern, while its modest design is very stylish. While I had come to terms with this case being useless for anyone tha...
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Today Im taking a look at a PC case designed not by PC geeks but by car guys. Yep, thats right, the Spire Pininfarina. The Pininfarina isnt exactly your normal case. The sides are hinged at the bottoms and fold down rather than pulling off and the...
Now, on to the numbers. As you can see I added an 80mm fan in the one empty fan slot, Ill elaborate on my findings with it as an intake and as an exhaust in a bit but now on to the tested system! System as testedASUS A8N32-SLI Deluxe mobo AMD X2 3800+...
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