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I saw the previous review and was really shocked that someone gave CoolerMaster a low score. Here’s my own take on this.

I was deciding whether or not to build my 2nd custom PC system or get one pre-built online. When I was building the ‘dream system’, I saw this case as an option. After deciding between 932 and 922 (both are relatively new models) I decided to actually build my system myself (again!!!). I was previously using RaidMax (Sagita series) case and Antec. After I saw the 932 in person I was shocked at how much bigger the case was compared to my Raidmax, so I decided to get a 922 (which looks better by the way), and I’m glad I did! I’m a serious overclocker, having my fans running at 100% speed (sorry no liquid cooling here:)…yet). The salesman mentioned that this case is the quietest he’s ever seen, and he was right! After overclocking my Core i7 and jumping the fan speed up to 100% I still couldn’t hear the PC. It was much better than my old Antec case, and way-way better than Raidmax. Inside there are plenty of options on the setup, as I was easily able to include my CoolerMaster V8 fan control on the rear (by the PCI slots), and my GTX285 – there’s room for 2 sli video cards, eventhough the manual says you can put 3 in tri-sli mode. There’s even a cool button on the top of the case where you can turn on/off the red led light on the front fan. One of the things I wanted to mention is: if you decide to overclock your pc, you’ll need to add more fans. With the stock fans: front, top and rear, my cpu cores average 50C when idle – considering I got V8 as a cooler. The better setup would be to add 1 more front fan (there’s room for 3! ), and a side fan as another intake.

Now, before I was really looking for a transperent side-panel. After having this case, I’m really into these classy-looking ‘see-behind-my-fan’ types of cases. By the way, BOTH! of the panels are easily taken out – that really helps to install cpu cooler as there’s a square cut out specifically for mounting brackets.

Overall, I’m super-impressed with HAF922. Considering it’s not a mid-tower, rather it’s a full-size, it’s really quiet with it’s fans at or below 19db @ 1800rpm. Lots of options, even a 5’25″ conversion drive, which took me some time to figure out where it was , easy to setup, and very solid. I’m now considering replacing my old Raidmax with the 922 HAF. Great purchase!
Rating: 5 / 5

I just got the HAF922 from Amazon! As always, it arrived fast and best of all shipping was free to Hawaii!

I did a lot of research before I pulled the trigger on this case, since I am in Hawaii and we tend to have a higher ambient temp than most others. I was debating on a Antec 900, but since I used an Antec 900 for a friends build just the week before, I knew that the HAF922 would be an easier case to work with and also I wanted something different. Don’t get me wrong, the Antec 900 is a great case and you can’t go wrong with either the Antec 900 or HAF922.

Now, just a fair warning, this case is big! Bigger than any mid-tower that I have worked on. Pro and con of this is that, pro: lots and lots of space to work with! Con would be the sheer size of the case. It’s 2″-4″ longer and about an inch wider than most mainstream cases, so make sure you measure the area you’re planning on setting this up.

All the design elements are nice… from the tool free drive bays to the cable management! The mb cutout is especially a nice feature for those of you planning to upgrade your cpu cooler later and need to add braces. Although I traditionally like to screw mount my drives with a silicone washer to limit noise/vibrations, the tool free design works very well. The 90 degree turn on the 3.5 drive bays is great for cable management.

I didn’t have too much trouble with the front panel USB port as another poster said, but I haven’t used it all that much. Also, the quality of the case was top notch with no loose areas or missing parts. The side panels do need a little umph to open, but no big deal. I would rather have a tighter case to limit vibs anyway.

The little improvements that CM could make for this case is to add LED to the top fan as well as the front fan, add filters (more on that later), paint the interior of the case for added protection and maybe add taller footing for better air flow.

Now the need for a filter. The amount of airflow on this this is amazing, however, the vent holes are huge… they are meant to be huge to maximize airflow. Now adding filters may reduce the airflow but at the same time will cut down on the dust collection. It would have been nice if they included a filter kit, but then again, if you’re buying this case, you know what you’re getting. I added a filter from an old CM elite to the bottom of the case and will be adding a filter to the side panel as soon as my side fan comes in. Those two (2) little adjustments will help tremendously without impacting performance.

I am also thinking of painting the inside of the case, but that’s for another day…..

Well, if you decide on the HAF922, you won’t be disappointed. Great case!!!
Rating: 5 / 5