Description
Enjoy panoramic views typically reserved for open-frame chassis with the CTE E550 TG from Thermaltake, an E-ATX mid tower chassis that sports three 4mm tempered glass panels. With support for hidden-connector motherboards, three GPU mounting options, and optimized cable management, you can build the sleek computer of your dreams with plenty of room for expansion.This case supports up to 420mm radiators on the bottom and motherboard side and 240mm radiators on the top, along with six 140 or 120mm fans on the bottom and motherboard side, with another two 120mm fans supported on the top. This ensures a wide range of configuration options for optimal cooling and aesthetics. The right-hand chamber provides optimized cable management including anchor points, hook-and-loop fasteners, and cable ties for keeping a neat and tidy look. The drive cage can support two 2.5 or 3.5" drives, while the driver plate can take two 2.5" SSDs or one 3.5" HDD. This chassis sports convenient I/O, including two USB-A 3.0 ports, one USB-C 3.2 port, and an HD audio jack, while the rear PCIe slots are rotatable for flexible GPU mounting. Finally, the chassis sports three fine removable dust filters, ensuring you always have clear airflow.Visual Perfection The CTE E550 TG Snow is a panoramic mid tower with tempered glass panels on the front, rear, and left side. These crystal-clear panels offer an ultrawide viewing angle normally only available with an open-frame chassis, providing an unparalleled visual display of your internal components.Three-Way GPU Installation There are three different ways to mount your GPU:Floating GPU: with this method, you place the GPU in the middle of the chassis by using the enclosed floating GPU bracket and the 400mm-long PCIe 4.0 riser cable (riser cable sold separately)Up Right: with up right you can hang the GPU verticallyUp Right Forward: in this method, you can place the GPU upright, facing forward to the side panel on the rotational PCIe slotsHidden-Connector Motherboards Created for next-generation motherboards, the CTE E550 TG features a special design that enables support for both standard motherboards and hidden-connector motherboards, such as the ASUS BTF Series, MSI Project Zero Series, and Gigabyte Project Stealth Series.Maximum Radiator Support The CTE E550 TG offers multiple mounting locations and plenty of room to create your own configurations. DIY radiators up to 420mm in length can be installed on the bottom and motherboard side, and for AIO compatibility, up to 420/360mm radiators can be installed on the motherboard side, giving PC enthusiasts plenty of flexibility to create their ideal setup.Fits Your Needs The CTE E550 TG provides excellent cooling support, accommodating up to six 140 or 120mm fans on the motherboard side and bottom, along with two 120mm fans at the top.Large E-ATX Dual-Chamber Design for Expandability The CTE E550 TG has excellent expandability, allowing you to build the most high-end system you can dream of. It can support:E-ATX (12 x 10.5") motherboards and smallerCPU coolers with maximum height of 166mmGPU clearance up to 443.8mm in length (without a radiator)Power supplies up to 220mm in lengthUp to two 3.5" HDDs in the drive cageUp to two 2.5" SSDs or one 3.5" HDD on the drive plateOptimal Cable Management Thanks to the dual-chamber design, the CTE E550 TG offers ample space in the right chamber for effective cable management. Numerous anchor points are available in this chamber, complimented with hook-and-loop straps and cable ties from the accessory box to insure a neat and organized setup.Comprehensive Dust Protection There are fine removable filters at the top, bottom, and right side of the chassis to provide excellent protection against dust. These filters are easily removable for cleaning.Tested So You Don't Have To At Thermaltake, every chassis is stress testes under harsh conditions to ensure product quality. CTE E550 TG products were tested at 100% full load for 30 minutes