Everyone has to start somewhere, and even if it's not your first crack at assembling a computer, sometimes we all need a refresher. One thing we have realized over the past few years of doing product reviews, is that there is a wide range of comfort levels when it comes to building and installing computer components. Given that Hardware Canucks is all about delivering information about the latest and greatest components, we felt that a simple overview of the installation procedures of all the major hardware of a typical computer system would be really beneficial to our viewers. So now, when you are watching or reading a product review on that hot new video card, or kickass case, but you aren't sure exactly what steps you need to take after buying it - here is your resource! Always keep in mind that the manuals are your friend. Documation has come a long way in recent years, and if you ever have any questions that aren't answered in the videos or in the manuals, hop on over to the Hardware Canucks Forums and our many members will be more than happy to lend a hand. www.hardwarecanucks.com

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Get the best price on the Cooler Master HAF X! Compare Prices at: Canada: hardwarecanucks.pricecanada.com USA: hardwarecanucks.pgpartner.com UK: hardwarecanucks.pgpartner.co.uk Building off the successful design of the HAF 932, the latest addition to Cooler Master's High Air Flow series is the HAF-X. The case brings with it an updated design that is centred around an industrial, heavy machinery-style concept and it looks to redefine itself as a performance oriented leader. The company has listened to feedback from consumers and included much needed changes such as a black interior, dust filters and expanded airflow design. Cooler Master also wants to improve the experience for system builders with excellent cable management and an easy tool-less drive bay design (for the most part). One of the most notable features about this case is its ability to support virtually every consumer level piece of hardware available. From enormous Cooler Master air coolers, to oversized ATI video cards and even motherboards based on non industry supported dimensions like XL-ATX, this case does it all. The HAF-X is also one of the most feature rich cases available on the market with unique additions specifically tuned for better cooling and easier use. The best part is, that it ultimately leaves the finished layout completely up to the end user. It allows for the convenience of hot swappable drive bays that don't completely sacrifice 5.25" slots and still includes plenty of internal options <b>...</b>

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Want to See This Case Get Hacked Up and Modded?! We're not crazy, head over to: www.hardwarecanucks.com and see the custom Hardware Canucks Corsair 800D case mod by Mnpctech.com (MonsterMawd) ---------------------- From the first moment the Corsair Obsidian 800D was rumoured, the internet has been abound with speculation on just how great this case could be. Well the day is finally here where Hardware Canucks gets to show you. In their first ever release of a chassis product, the company has made headlines with a case that delivers not only Corsair's renowned quality and design, but incorporates features that are tailored from feedback received from enthusiasts like you! We take an in depth look at all the points that make this case a hit, and reveal a special surprise never before seen on a Hardware Canucks product showcase. Do you own this case, or want to see some assembled pictures from other users? Head over to our forums and gives us pictures of your build! tiny.cc

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So how do you make the Corsair Obsidian 800D even more epic? Bill Owen of MNPCTECH has the secret with the Hardware Canucks Custom Case mod. The design takes high quality Candy Apple Red paint, and transforms this beast into something scrumptious looking enough to eat! Accented with the one of a kind Hardware Canucks aluminum fan grills and some of the original black, this one of a kind design will make you salivate. The top radiator spacing has been extended to support a enormous 420mm (3x140mm) radiator with customized aluminum fan grill that adds the novelty of full rotation. The traditional Obsidian 800D rounded side window has be squared off and a unique HWC logo window frame added to give the case an amazing focal point. The icing on this pie is the white LED lighting effects provided by 6 new 140mm LED fans. This is more than just your average case mod. ---------------- Hardware Canucks Case Mod Start to Finish Build Log: www.hardwarecanucks.com ---------------- Check out www.mnpctech.com for all your case modding supplies! They ship internationally as well! ---------------- To see more case mods by MNPCTech, visit their youtube channel at http ---------------- Check back in early June for our full system assembly worklog and a very awesome surprise!

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Lancool is a relatively new manufacturer name to the market, but they are definitely not new to cases. Spawned from the brilliant minds at Lian-Li, the Dragonlord K series chassis takes what makes Lian-Li's chassis so sought after, and design an enclosure that fits a more modest budget. The reduced price does not sacrifice on quality however. Constructed of solid steel the PC-K62 features a 100% tool-less design that makes working with the case a "snap" and it strives to fix the frequent messy cabling issues that often plague bottom mounted power supply cases. This chassis looks great, is incredibly functional and rings in cheaper than many other similiar cases that are half as practical. Visit www.hardwarecanucks.com for more

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Cooler Master 690 II Advanced Video Review Hardware Canucks Product Showcase Cooler Master has produced cases to meet the needs of all types of computer users; the power user, the water cooler, the mod nut, and the budget buyer. Now they look to offer a case that meets the criteria of practically everyone with the Cooler Master 690 II Advanced Hardware Canuck's Quiz! Contest www.hardwarecanucks.com

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In the grand scheme of things, the basic design of computer keyboards hasn't changed since their inception decades ago. There are however a number of companies who are striving to bring innovation to the run-of-the-mill keyboard by adding new and innovative features. It is quite possible that you may not have heard of them but a little-known design studio called Art Lebedev was one of the first to introduce a full customizable keyboard. Called the Optimus (and now the Optimus Maximus), this amazingly complex product uses miniature OLED screens on each key in order to offer an infinite number options. The only downside is this type of cutting edge technology understandably costs more than most are willing to stomach: $2400 USD. The product we will be reviewing today comes with slightly less lofty expectations but still packs some pretty cutting edge technology. It's name is the LiteTouch from a company called Eclipse which is a division of the Mad Catz peripheral empire. The Eclipse uses an LCD touchpad in the place of the usual number pad to stunning effect but is only geared towards home and office use. With a price of $99 for the corded version, this is sure to be a device that starts conversations among your friends. -SKYMTL (HardwareCanucks Editor in Chief)

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It a bit of déjà vu, Cooler Master is re-releasing the Storm Sniper chassis in a black edition and they have given it some final tweaks to make it one of the most attractive case options available in its category. Initially released early last year, the original Sniper was praised by many for its unique design, attention to detail and surprisingly robust quality all for under $200. The Black Edition goes even further, adopting an all black interior to further the aggressive look and keep up with current trends The Sniper features three enormous 200mm fans that make this case into a miniature wind tunnel, however a fan controller is included to allow users to adjust to airflow and noise to the perfect equilibrium. The design of the interior serves to amplify the cooling benefits, and even a amateur builder can make wires virtually disappear. The Sniper is arguably one of the best cases for cabling that we have ever had the pleasure of using! Its unique exterior aesthetics may not be for everyone, but they have chosen a theme and the design definitely mimics it. The build quality is very sturdy, and even with what may be considered a slight overuse of plastic, they havn't let quality slip. Nothing feels flimsy or breakable. Steel reinforced bracing is reassuring for those packing it around, and installation of the components with the screw-less design doesn't leave a builder worried. And best of all, the improvements to the case havn't caused the cost to skyrocket. It rings <b>...</b>

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Every so often, a new product is released that forces us to rethink what we have come to accept as normal. Saitek Cyborg's RAT 7 gaming mouse is one such product. Offering a completely unprecedented level of customization to the units physical shape allows it to be used comfortably by finger grippers, palm grabbers and just about anyone in between. The RAT 7 feautres a powerful twin-eye laser design with 5600 dpi optics for incredible precision and quick 4 way adjustable dpi adapt to different situations on the fly It also includes multiple programmable buttons, the ability to changes profiles in a blink and the incredibly entertaining precision aim mode. The Saitek Cyborg RAT 7 is certain to impress.

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Gameplay Impressions: www.hardwarecanucks.com Guild Wars 2 was one of the premiere titles playable at PAX 2010, we got a hands on with the demo and go through the basic character setup and combat.

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You've watched the video reviews, now get your hands on the Corsair Obsidian 700D case, with our Hardware Canucks Spring Cleaning Contest for Youtube subscribers only! The rules are simple: 1) Subscribe to the Hardware Canucks Youtube Channel 2) Leave a comment in the contest video letting us know what your most recent computer upgrade was or what you plan on upgrading in the future! The draw is open to residents of Canada and the USA only (we apologize to all of our other viewers, we would love to include you but the logistics of shipping a case globally just isn't feasible). You have until June 23rd, 2010 to enter and the winner will be contacted through their Youtube account so make sure your email information is up to date or you check back! Thanks to all our viewers and good luck!

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www.hardwarecanucks.com Contest Open to Residents of Canada (Quebec Included) and the USA. See full terms and conditions on the contest webpage. Hey Everybody, I know we haven't been able to release any videos lately, but we wanted to let the Youtube community know about a fun holiday contest we are running on the website, to countdown the days until Christmas. Every day until Christmas, Hardware Canucks, along with our sponsors, will be giving away a handful of prizes! Behind every door of our Advent Calendar is a variety of gifts that you could receive just by completing the quick entry requirements! Each day you complete, earns you an entry into the final Grand Prize Christmas Draw for a Custom Modded Dream Computer! Visit the website for more details.

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Silverstone has made headlines again with its all new and completely unique Silverstone Raven RV01. Taking some design ques from the Stealth Jets (the planes, not a sports team), the Raven has a style which has no equal, and coupled with Silverstone quality, it has all the makings for an excellent product. Much of the chatter about this one of a kind chassis, surrounds its innovative cooling and airflow engineering which mixes science and common sense into an elixir that promises to have near magical powers for reducing system temperatures. Check out our Product Showcase video as we get a visual on all the nooks and crannies of the Raven and fly in for a closer look. www.hardwarecanucks.com

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Cooler Master is launching their first new case of the year under the CM Storm brand, and as such it is geared with a look and design for gamers. The CM Storm Enforcer is a chassis that is a new spin on a successful Cooler Master design. The case exterior is modelled after a cyborg soldier, and isn't content to just sit under the desk, but demands to be carted around and shown off at LAN parties. The case takes it interior layout from the HAF 912, and as such is set up perfectly for effective airflow and support for all types of serious gaming hardware. You'll be surprised at just how much can fit in this modest mid-tower. The case also makes use of some new technology; USB 3.0 is now available with the new standard internal motherboard header. Unfortunately, the CM Storm Enforcer doesn't seem to carry the same value focus of the HAF 912, at $89.99 consumers may find themselves a little stretched to understand exactly where the extra $30 is going. The price tag of the Enforcer puts it right in direct competition with the award winning Cooler Master 690 II, which may outshine it in a few key areas. Cooler Master has already set the bar very high for this market in regards to value, and consumers will need to make the ultimate decision about whether the Enforcer suits their desires.

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Hardware Canucks and NCIX are playing Santa this year and giving you a chance to win an Intel X-25M 80GB SSD! All you have to do is head here: www.hardwarecanucks.com/christmas2009/ And complete any or all of the three "tasks" Completing each task gets you one entry into the draw for the SSD (max of 3) You are already on YouTube, so just do the following: 1. Answer the question posed in this video 2. Subscribe to the Hardware Canucks YouTube channel 3. Head over to the contest page (www.hardwarecanucks.com/christmas2009) to enter yourself into the draw and complete the other two tasks! Happy Holidays!

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After Corsair released their highly acclaimed Obsidian series of cases, many knew that it would be only a matter of time until less expensive yet smaller variants became available. Those predictions came true and today Corsair has a full sable of cases from the high end Obsidian to the entry level Carbide series. The one we're looking at today however is the mid-range Graphite 600T with a little twist: this one comes in a special edition white finish and is packed with additional features.

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The Silverstone Raven RV02 is based on the successful introduction of the Raven RV01 earlier this year, and takes the same unique approach to cooling, using the stack effect system. In all other respects however, it is an entirely new breed of case. Overall the Raven RV02 boasts the best airflow design on the market; standing out as a leader in chassis cooling. However, its price tag lumps it in with some of the hottest selling computer cases of the year, so how does it stack up?

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The Hardware Canucks Unboxing of the XFX AMD Radeon HD 6850 Graphics Card FULL WRITTEN REVIEW: www.hardwarecanucks.com OVERCLOCKING WRITTEN REVIEW: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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March 26th 2010 is here! The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 and GTX 470 Video Cards has arrived and the Review is Live at HardwareCanucks.com! This is just a teaser trailer to let you know, after much delay, NVIDIA's next generation of video cards has finally been shown to the world and the results may surprise you. www.hardwarecanucks.com GTX 480: www.hardwarecanucks.com GTX 470: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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The fan controller market has been pretty stagnant over its long lifetime, with the real only changes coming when manufacturers were able to introduce LCD's to their products. For the most part, the tried tested and true formula of dial knobs for adjustments has been a staple, but Lamptron is looking to reinvigorate its product line with a fresh idea that does away with flimsy dial controls. The Lamptron Touch Fan Controller, pairs the companies impressively powerful controller design with a touch screen interface to create not only a very slick looking device, but one that is able to offer intuitive features that you won't find on your everyday unit. It has a whole lot going for it, providing an incredible 6 channels for fans, each of which support up to 30W. The integrated ARM processor is what allows the controller to not only be very responsive, but include a automatic fan control option that can be completely customized so you can set it and forget it. While the touch screen interface was impeccably smooth and relatively easy to navigate, one nagging issue did arise due to the positioning of the touch recognition points and small icons. We found that often, the control would send us to a different fan than we selected and that attempting to use the bottom fan speed control had us fighting to do fine adjustments. However, once Lamptron has developed and incredibly powerful fan controller that does just about everything you could need, wrapping it up behind an <b>...</b>

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Get The Best Price on the Cooler Master HAF 912! Compare Prices at: Canada: hardwarecanucks.pricecanada.com USA: hardwarecanucks.pgpartner.com UK: hardwarecanucks.pgpartner.co.uk In the sub-$100 case market, there seem to be a lot of perfectly good promises but very few products end up delivering. There are some however that stand out from the competition by offering high-end features in a price bracket that will appeal to nearly everyone Cooler Master has now released the latest in their HAF series which takes a dive into this highly competitive price point: the 912 which only costs $60. Unlike other low end enclosures, this one sticks to the tried, tested and true formula of high quality construction and sensible design decisions that Cooler Master has come to personify with their latest products. In this video review, we take a look to see if the HAF 912 can buck the tradition of disappointing sub-$100 cases and take its place as on of the better mid-towers currently on the market. www.hardwarecanucks.com

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A quick unboxing of the new MSI AMD Radeon HD 6870 Graphics Card Read the full written review at: www.hardwarecanucks.com OVERCLOCKING WRITTEN REVIEW: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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In this pilot edition of the Hardware Canucks Product Showcase, we take a look at the nMedia HTPC-1000B Media Center Case which offers a bundle of features at an attractive price. www.hardwarecanucks.com

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AMD has launched their much anticipated Radeon HD 6800 series of graphicss, starting with the Radeon HD 6870 and Radeon HD 6850. Both cards have been introduced as mid-range cards to compete directly with NVIDIA's GTX 460 1GB and 768MB. The two new GPU's fill the fuzzy mid-range gap that ATI wasn't as strong in with its 5000 series, and it provides some tremendous improvements to areas such as tessellation, image quality enhancements, new multimedia functions include HDMI 1.4, Blu-Ray 3D and improve Eyefinity. All of this comes it at $240, and $180 for the 6870 and 6850 respectively. ATI goes head to head with NVIDIA for the graphics card sweet spot. FULL WRITTEN REVIEW: www.hardwarecanucks.com OVERCLOCKING WRITTEN REVIEW: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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Just a quick video in a response to a few request to take a peek at the HWC Filming "Studio/Garage/Cave".

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The second item on our wish list was the (Western Digital) WD TV HD Media Player, an compact little device that offers to replace your HTPC or Media PC for under $150! The unit supports numerous different file formats as well as streaming YouTube content, internet radio, and best of all, Full HD 1080P Support! Check it out, and let us know what's on your Wish List that you would like to see reviewed. (Links are 100% Safe) Western Digital Product Page: tinyurl.com Hardware Canucks O!Play vs Box Office: tinyurl.com

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Video Review Coming Later in the day! Unboxing of the EVGA GeForce GTS 450 FPB (Free Performance Boost) graphics card. Read the full review on the EVGA GeForce GTS 450 1GB FTW Single & SLI Review From Hardware Canucks: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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Full Review with Over 40 Unique Gaming Benchmarks!: www.hardwarecanucks.com The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460, comes to you a few months after the launch of the NVIDIA GTX 480 and GTX 470 cards and looks to improve on the original design, but caters entirely to the midrange user. The GTX 460 uses a slimmer, but arguably improved GF104 core which reduces certain aspects of the cards, but also provides improves to still keep it a competitive gaming unit while getting rid of the heat and power consumption problems that plague the higher end cards. With two models, both a 768MB and 1GB version starting at just $199, NVIDIA looks to take a firm grasp on the popular mid range gaming card market with the GTX 460

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Short and Sweet, spent a few days with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 and ran it through various games including; Bad Company 2, Crysis, 3DMark06 and also did some objective testing on Temperatures and Noise. The final conclusion is that it isn't all bad news. The media has vilified the GTX 480 a bit, by making it out as a mini heater that sounds like pocket rocket and requires a small nuclear factory to run. While the latter is true, temps and noise of the retail products aren't as out to lunch as many pre-production samples experienced. Read the full written review on the website! www.hardwarecanucks.com It would appear that the GTX 480 offers some exceptional performance, unquestionably coming out ahead of the the HD 5870; however, as always, that comes with an increased cost.

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It's that time of year again; to get out shopping for holiday gifts and join in the hustle and bustle in the malls. But how do you know that what is on your list is actually worth requesting or gifting? No worries, Hardware Canucks and NCIX can help. Through the month of December we are going to be taking requests for product reviews ideas to do "short" reviews on and give you feedback on the products you are interested in! We start off with the Logitech G19, a rather advanced gaming keyboard that is at the pinnacle of all gaming peripherals. To make a request, find a product (that is currently available) on your list over at www.NCIX.com and let us know what it is in the comments section. We will do our best to answer the most popular requests in the coming weeks! Happy Holidays!

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A little twist of something different, NZXT is taking the global financial situation in stride and looking to keep enthusiasts enthused with a value orientated case that has all the features of a top end enclosure, without the triple digit price tag. The BETA is a part of the NZXT Classic Series and sports a simple, yet functional design, along with a jet black interior that has you wondering where this case has been all your life. It offers flexibility in cable management, and totes a screwless drive system for incredible ease of use. The BETA is not just meant for budget builds. It has the functionality and the style to compliment a system of any class, even providing support for larger components. All this for a price that will have you wondering if your buying a case or the instructions on how to build one.

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Sonys latest device to hit the computer world is the Sony Vaio P Lifestyle PC. While Sony official denies that it is a netbook, it falls within the exact requirements for netbook statusexcept for the price. However with this higher cost, it offers a completely unique design, perfect for travel and chalk full of features. We unbox the device and give you Hardware Canucks, First Impressions. www.hardwarecanucks.com

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The hottest video card product to hit store shelves, the XFX ATI Radeon HD 5870 Video Card, has been caught on camera by Hardware Canucks! We are unboxing the unit and take a look at its unique feature's along with a few benchmarks of its tremendous performance. Our website hosts an extensive and indepth review of the Sapphire version of the card and can be found here: tinyurl.com

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 Fermi DX11 Video Card Unboxing. I take a quick spin around a retail GTX 480 from PNY as I have managed to steal one (back) from Linus! Over the weekend it will make the rounds on a bunch of different games, benchmarks and even test out some overclocking! Video's of the adventures for Monday April 12th, 2009!

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The Corsair Hydro H50 Water Cooling System is an all in one solution designed for users who have little experience with building a custom water cooling loop, or just don't want to have to deal with the hassle and increased cost of setting one up. It comes ready to install and use straight out of the box, you don't even have to provide the fluids. The only requirements are that you can follow their well laid out directions and know how to use a screw driver. Our quick overview takes a look at what is included in the packaging, a short installation how-to and some basic benchmarks on a modern day system.

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Get comfortable, this one is a bit long, but the technology is revolutionary! NVIDIA Optimus technology brings seamless graphics switching to notebooks, allowing for hassle free use of discrete graphics when you need them, along with all the battery saving benefits of a ULV (ultra low voltage) based system. Optimus works by physically providing or cutting off power to the video card in a system. The software can automatically detect what programs or applications will need to use discrete graphics and adjust completely by itself. The best part is, no user interference is required. There are no buttons to push, switches to flick or settings to adjust. The change is simple and flawless. All of this is packed inside a very sleek and professional Asus UL50VF notebook which combines portability, performance, style, and an incredible warranty; the perfect compliment to debut NVIDIA Optimus. To learn more about NVIDIA Optimus follow the link, and check out the Optimus White paper for in depth technical documentation www.nvidia.com

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***We apologize in advance for the poor audio. We won't be doing any more videos in this room in the future** In our new segment called Tech Bytes, we take a very brief overview of the a new Antec Dark Fleet Gaming Series case, the DF-85. The Dark Fleet series is the first major redesign of a gaming case from Antec in quite a few years so we were hoping it would bring a whole bunch of great stuff. While the case itself has received an updated look, it unfortunately isn't quite as appealing as many previous Antec cases. The case does offer some more modern features like external 2.5" SSD drive bays, hot swappable drive bays and a front fan and filter system that is quite useful. You get all this for around $180, which makes it a bit of a tough sell when you look at some of its competition.

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Yet another Hardware Canucks Contest! Get a chance to win this NZXT case by telling me why you love NCIX! Do so here: www.hardwarecanucks.com

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Hardware Canucks is checking out Corsair's first computer case! The Obsidian 800D - It promises to revolutionize the way we look at cases and as always features Corsair's impeccable quality. This is a sneak peak at some of the major features of the case, and we anticipate the release of our full review in the very near future.

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Thanks to everyone who participated! Winner has been found here: www.youtube.com We figured we would start off a super kickass month by giving away a free OCZ Vertex 60GB SSD courtesy of our friends at NCIX.com! Never used an SSD, well let me tell you, be prepared to be blown away by the speed that it will unleash for your PC! Definitely a recommended PC upgrade. How do you win the SSD you ask? Here's the details: We have run Futuremark's 3DMark Vantage on our test system. To win, you simply need to be the person to guess the number (or have the closest guess) of the 3DMarks that our test system will get in Vantage. Watch the video to get more details on our system and the settings used in 3DV. The Fine Print: - Contest Closes Nov 12, 2010 11:59PM PST - Open to International Residents - In the event that two individuals guess the correct or closest number of 3DMarks, the person who submitted their guess first will be declared the winner. - You MUST be subscribed to the Hardware Canucks Channel to win!

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Along with the litetouch series of keyboards, Eclipse is also releasing a stylish mouse with touch captabilities; aptly dubbed the "touchmouse". It connects via bluetooth for a range of up to 30ft and features laser optics for 1600dpi. It boasts a very unique design that is intended more for a portable oriented consumer rather than a gamer.

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Less than a year ago, if you would have told us that Corsair was thinking about launching a case, we would have had some serious questions about your sanity. Much like when this memory company launched their first two power supplies, Corsair did the unexpected and proved their skeptics wrong by introducing a full tower case that featured almost everything people had been asking for. The legend of the 800D was born literally overnight and it was received to a standing ovation here at Hardware Canucks. Flush off the retail success that has made the 800D an extremely popular option for novices and enthusiasts alike, Corsair has now introduced a new case called the Obsidian 700D. To be honest with you, this isnt a new product at all but is rather a slightly cut-down version of its bigger brother. The cuts Corsair has performed are all quite sensible and include the removal of the hot-swappable hard drive bays as well as the windowed side panel. The result isnt a substantial cost saving the 700D is a mere $30 less expensive that its bigger brother- but there are many people out there who are more than happy to do without these two items and any price reduction is welcome. Other than those two small changes, the 700D is literally an 800D with a different name. It still carries the same affinity for water cooling setups, has an absolutely cavernous interior, uses high flow 140mm fans and comes in a single colour: imposing black. Naturally, almost everything we liked about the <b>...</b>

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We are re-embarking on a very busy schedule of upcoming chassis reviews, the first of which is the NZXT H2 Classic Series Silent Chassis. NZXT is targeting the case at those who are looking for a quiet PC and also great value. As we uncover, the H2 brings with it a some great ideas, the likes of which are rarely seen in a sub $100 case category. NZXT has included a "wireless" front fan system, allowing for easy access to tool-less hard drives, they have given focus to quiet computing with noise dampening foam additions and covered fans and fan controller. We were especially fond of the interior layout; double digit priced cases are notorious for having woefully inadequate layouts for assembly and effective airflow, but the H2 takes design cues from its very successful Phantom series and shrinks into midtower form very well. While this all sounds great, we couldn't help but feel a little underwhelmed by the effort (or seemingly lack thereof) to make the H2 a real, innovative, competitor. The case has some great potential, but it feels like to much focus was placed on making the H2 into a value product and NZXT failed to fully develop the chassis's unique features into something that would have given it a competitive identity. The quiet/silent case market currently has very few contenders, but all of them have worked very hard to offer products that focus heavily on what the consumers of this specific segment are looking for and each have very defined characteristics that <b>...</b>

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