Corsair Launches Obsidian Series 700D Chassis
The company dubs its newest release a “true builders’ chassis” with a “unique combination of feature, looks, and performance.”
Fremont, Calif.-based Corsair, maker of computer and flash memory products, has announced the Obsidian Series 700D computer chassis, based on its award-winning Obsidian Series 800D chassis.
The new Series 700D has been designed to offer enthusiasts a chassis 
that retains many of the key features and dimensions of the Obsidian 800D. The Series 700D replaces the four hot-swap SATA disk drive bays of the 800D with four fixed SATA bays. The total number of drives bays remains the same at six 3.5-inch (2.5-inch compatible) bays, and five 5.25-inch bays. The windowed side panel of the 800D is also replaced by a solid side panel for the 700D.†
“From the moment we announced the Obsidian Series 800D chassis, enthusiasts were captivated by its unique combination of features, looks and performance, and the fact that it is a true builders’ chassis,” says Jim Carlton, VP of marketing at Corsair. “Our goal with the Obsidian Series 700D is to offer a chassis that retains the essence of what made the 800D so popular, but at a lower price point.”
With the exception of the elimination of the hot-swap SATA bays and associated front panel changes, and the change to the windowed side panel, the Obsidian Series 700D is identical to the 800D, boasting the same multizone cooling system, removable CPU backplate for easy heatsink installation, tool-free 5.25-inch drive installation, and cable-management system. Like the 800D, the 700D also has the capability to add a triple 120mm radiator for high-end, liquid-cooled PCs.
The Obsidian Series 700D is supplied with a two-year limited warranty and is backed up by customer service and technical support. It will be available in April.
