Case Cooling
The HAF XM enclosure is the latest addition to Cooler Master’s HAF case lineup and is designed with High Air Flow in mind.
(Courtesy of Cooler Master)
Air Cooling Support:
1. Top 200mm fan x 2 (1 is optional; can be converted to 120mm x 2 or 140mm x2)
2. Mesh covering on top
3. Rear 140mm fan x 1 (can be converted to 120mm) or 120mm radiator/fan
4. Mesh covering on front panel
5. HDD cage: 120mm fan x 2 (optional)
6. Front 200mm fan x 1 (can be converted to 120mm x 2 or 140mm x 1
7. Side 200mm fan x 1 (optional; or 140mm x 2)
8. Bottom air-intake with mesh cover
Liquid Cooling Support:
• Top panel can support 280mm, 240mm or 120mm radiators
• Rear panel can support 120mm radiator
• Rear panel supports three openings for external hoses
As you can see, the HAF XM lives up to its High Air Flow heritage and offers a lot of options for setting up case cooling just the way you want it. The three included fans (200mm x 2 and 140mm x 1) provide a good start and will likely meet the needs of most users.
The following table lists the noise generated by the three case fans while operating at different speeds with the side panels and top on. Sound Pressure Levels were taken 3’ from the front of the HAF XM enclosure. The ambient background noise level was approximately 27 dBA.
With all three fans running at full speed the noise is noticeable but not loud and provides good airflow throughout the case. Slowing the fans down by reducing the voltage still keeps air flowing but quiets the case to a whisper.
Great review. Keep these
Great review. Keep these Tower/Enclosure Reviews coming
Great review but, I think
Great review but, I think they neglected to mention about that the button where the PSU would be facing down, Has a removable Dust Filter that cannot be remove unless you remove the PSU entirely.
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great review, you guys
great review, you guys overlooked the fact the how HAF-XM has latches only on one side-panel and other one has thumb screws. Also in order to remove the front panel, both the X-docks need to be removed which is a real shame considering how good CM has implemented hot-swap HDD bays on their other cases.
Good case, but for $110 you
Good case, but for $110 you can get a nice Corsair case as well.
I have a Corsair 500r and I
I have a Corsair 500r and I have had nothing but trouble with the front panel connectors. I am about to replace it for the second time under warranty.