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Silverstone Tek ML04B: High-Quality Micro ATX Media Center/HTPC Case in Sleek Black Aluminum Design Review

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Details

BrandSilverStone Technology
ColorML04B
MaterialAluminum
Cooling MethodAir
Fan Size80 Millimeters
Motherboard CompatabilityMicro ATX
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Description of Silverstone Tek ML04B: High-Quality Micro ATX Media Center/HTPC Case in Sleek Black Aluminum Design

Enhanced Features for Efficient Media Center/HTPC Setup

Upgrade your media center or home theater PC setup with the Silverstone Tek Aluminum Front Door/Steel Body Micro ATX Media Center/HTPC Case ML04B in sleek black. This meticulously designed case offers a range of enhanced features to optimize your computing experience.

1. LED Indicator with Adjustable Brightness

Stay in control of your system's status with the LED indicator, which features adjustable brightness settings. You can easily monitor your computer's activity without any distractions, ensuring a seamless media center experience.

2. Superior Cooling Capability

Keep your internal hard drives and computer external components cool with the Silverstone Tek ML04B. This case supports up to four 80mm fans, allowing efficient airflow to prevent overheating and maintain optimal performance. With improved cooling, you can enjoy uninterrupted media playback and extended usage periods.

3. Convenient Drive Cages and Mounts

Forget the hassle of adapters with the drive cages equipped with multi-purpose mounts. The ML04B eliminates the need for additional components, providing a streamlined installation process for your internal hard drives. Enjoy quick and effortless setup, saving you time and effort in building your media center or HTPC.

Flexible Compatibility and Security

Experience unmatched flexibility and security with the Silverstone Tek ML04B, offering a range of features that enhance compatibility and safeguard your system.

1. Support for Standard PS2(ATX) Power Supplies

The ML04B is compatible with standard PS2(ATX) power supplies, ensuring a wide range of options when it comes to choosing your power source. With support for standard power supplies, you can easily find a reliable and efficient solution for your media center needs.

2. Low Profile Expansion Card Support

Optimize your system's potential with support for low profile expansion cards. The ML04B accommodates these cards, allowing you to enhance your media center's capabilities without compromising on size or functionality.

3. Lockable Front Door and Power Button

Rest assured that your system and internal hard drives are secure with the lockable front door and power button. This additional layer of security ensures that your media center or HTPC is protected from unauthorized access, providing peace of mind when it comes to the safety of your valuable data.

Multiple Applications and Versatile Usage

The Silverstone Tek ML04B is a versatile case that can be used in various applications and environments.

  • Media Centers: Set up a powerful and efficient media center with the ML04B, allowing you to enjoy seamless media playback, gaming, and streaming.
  • Home Theater PCs (HTPC): Transform your living room into a multimedia hub with the ML04B, enabling you to access and enjoy your favorite movies, music, and TV shows with ease.
  • Office Environments: The ML04B's sleek design and advanced features make it an excellent choice for office settings, providing a compact and secure solution for desktop computing needs.

    • Elevate your media center or HTPC setup with the Silverstone Tek Aluminum Front Door/Steel Body Micro ATX Media Center/HTPC Case ML04B. Experience enhanced features, compatibility, and security, all while enjoying the flexibility and versatility to cater to various applications and environments.

    LED indicator with adjustable brightness. Support up to four 80mm fans. Drive cages with multi-purpose mounts eliminate need for adapters. Support standard PS2(ATX) power supplies. Support low profile expansion cards. Support low profile expansion cards. Lockable front door and power button ensure security of system and drives. Product Dimension: 440 mm (W) x 105 mm (H) x 350 mm (D), 16.2 liters

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    Reviews

    Global ratings 11
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    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    I like everything, the quality is good and the price is reasonable.

    I chose the case for a long time, and settled on this option. Looks great, good quality steel. Thought out. I saw it live for the first time on a scoop, I wanted to buy it, they brought a box, printed it out - there are chips in the paint. Didn't take it. I saw in a large computer store at a reasonable price, I decided - I must take it (the price was really very good). They took out one, printed it out - there are chips. They took out the second one - there are chips. And interestingly, these…

    Pros
    • Magnificent appearance. Thick steel. Thought out enough.
    Cons
    • I don’t know how to say it, I’ll write it in a comment. Also, the price is still high.

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Not a bad product, quite normal quality.

    I assembled the system on AMD A10. Prior to that, she stood in the usual cheap case and was almost silent. Now, in ml-04, despite the reduced voltage (7 volts) of 4 case fans and Zalman's regulator on the CPU cooler (Deepcool Gamma Archer) set to the minimum, the noise has increased. Case legs and plastic HDD mount do not effectively dampen vibrations. The power button on the anodized false panel has a large and tight travel. Pros. Appearance is what covers all its shortcomings. The design is…

    Pros
    • The only, as far as I know, (besides milo-03) case in this form factor that allows you to assemble a system from standard components. Good appearance. Efficient cooling.
    Cons
    • 1. Very mediocre workmanship of the case itself. To the level of Inwin is very far away. Although the appearance of this is not affected. 2. Higher noise of the assembled system than in a conventional case when using the same components. 3. Inadequate cost. Although it is lower than that of the previous model, it remains an exclusive payment and is in no way connected with either the quality of the product or its cost in production.

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Great case but requires some preparation.

    I bought this suitcase just to fit in my carry-on. I assemble computers for friends and family. On my latest build I didn't want to ship it as the shipping cost is easily 25% of the computer value. It fits easily in a Costco Ful bag that fits under the seat of a small prop plane. It's a bear with space so I only recommend this case to those with PC build experience. If you just need a regular office PC, this works great too. I highly recommend purchasing two additional 80mm case fans. They…

    Pros
    • I'm looking forward to
    Cons
    • Update Availability

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    I've used both a modular PSU and a full 1000W PSU (I know it's overkill) but the gaming PSU has

    I've spent a lot of time trying this HTPC out to assemble and disassemble for various reasons, one of which is in particular that the dimensions are inconvenient and make installation difficult. The power cables rub against the blue-ray drive and pop it out of the case, so you need a smaller (longitudinally) power supply. I've used both a modular power supply and a full 1000w power supply (I know that's overkill), but a gaming power supply is a better fit than a modular power supply because the

    Pros
    • Easy Install
    Cons
    • Stock Availability

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    A very good case. for computer case

    This case is exactly what I needed for my HTPC. The last HTPC case I had (also from SilverStone) was 2 inches taller and packed less air into the small media cabinet I have. The two issues I had with this case were that my Blu-ray drive and power supply were large, leaving almost no room for cables. Also, 99% of the airflow is on the right side of the case, meaning hot and cold air comes from the same spot (not ideal). I upload some photos.

    Pros
    • Weight
    Cons
    • Vulgarity

    Revainrating 5 out of 5

    worth your attention. Well made case - well thought out design.

    Very good case. Solidly built and well thought out. The only downsides I've found relate to the reset and power buttons. Small and difficult to use. Not that you'll be using reset that often, but it's hard to hit and smaller than a power button. Since I'm using this in a firewall app, the device works 24/7, so it deserves a 5-star rating for me. If you turn it on and off regularly, it might bother you. . Those nits aside, this box is built like a fortress out of steel, down to the front panel…

    Pros
    • I like everything so far
    Cons
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    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    Great Home Theater PC Case

    This was my first PC build. I've swapped parts and parts in the past but never did a complete new build from scratch. This case exceeded all my expectations. It looks great in my entertainment center, in harmony with other components. See photos. The design and build quality are top notch. I was expecting a more plasticky feel, but this is a solid steel box. The front door is also of good quality. Yes, the case is tight, and I ended up with a bunch of wires just hanging out. It doesn't bother…

    Pros
    • Free for Education
    Cons
    • Protection

    Revainrating 3 out of 5

    Good case, but cooling and assembly problems

    Overall, this is a solid case with efficient use of space. However, I wouldn't put a GPU, 3.5-inch hard drive or optical drive in it. Due to the layout of this case, installing fans on the side is a challenge. If you use anti-vibration dowels instead of screws, lateral installation is almost impossible, at least the top fan is much easier to install, but unfortunately the problems don't end there. Installing anything other than a fan on top will block airflow to the CPU cooler. Many coolers…

    Pros
    • Don't waste too much time
    Cons
    • There are other interesting options.

    Revainrating 3 out of 5

    Small, chic Mini-ITX case with lots of space!

    So this is the first mini-ITX case I've used. As a PC case, it's pretty standard, but there are a few quirks. All details fit perfectly. PSU, hard drive bay and motherboard are as expected. I like the magnetic fan filter that allows you to place the filter in one of several possible locations without screws. I love that you can add an optional slot-load DVD drive - you can use your laptop's slot-load DVD drive without worrying about finding a drive with the right color outline, and slot-load…

    Pros
    • New to my collection
    Cons
    • Overall OK but...

    Revainrating 4 out of 5

    It would be nice if not for hours of modding

    Great workmanship, quality etc but poor design. The ML-06E would actually be the perfect Mini-ITX case if: 1) it was at least 0.5 inches larger in every dimension. I don't need an 18 liter monster PC, but there's nothing wrong with that. While this thing is slightly larger - literally 0.5 inches in each direction - that's all it takes. An inch would be even better. At the moment there is practically no room for power supply cables, and a tiny cable barely fits under the motherboard. Meanwhile…

    Pros
    • Pleasant
    Cons
    • Not sure