That said, we didn’t have a problem with the cable management features of the case with the configuration of the system we installed. There are a generous amount of cable cut-outs, pre-installed Velcro straps and additional cable tie-down points to use with zip ties. Adding more hardware to the system would mean more cables, which could get a little tight with the space provided. Inside the top section of the case is enough space for the installation of E-ATX motherboard which is the form factor chosen for our primary system build. Manoeuvring the motherboard into position is easy since there is plenty of space to the right-hand side, at the top of the case and a healthy gap to the PSU shroud.

There is so much going on inside the Enthoo Pro II, it is difficult deciding where to begin. The Interior of the Enthoo Pro II is based on the Phanteks Enthoo 719. It shares the same motherboard compartment which means that dual systems or dual power supplies can be installed inside, as well a vast amount of options for placement of storage devices and water cooling components. The Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition offers extensive expansion capabilities with up to 11 PCI slots available allowing for the installation of multiple expansion cards, providing users with the freedom to customize their server setup to their liking. Phanteks Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition Radiator Mounting- 1x 120/140 mm, 1x Dual (280mm), 2x Triple (360mm),1x Triple (420mm), 2x Quad (480mm)The top section of the case features a more traditional layout with a large motherboard tray that supports installation of up to E-ATX form factor motherboards. At the rear of this upper section is a typical I/O cutout, eight horizontal PCIe slots, three vertical PCIe slots and a mounting for single 120mm or 140mm fans or radiators.

Likewise, in the right-hand side of the case, cables are easy to manage. The main cable management channel down the centre allows almost all the front I/O panel and system power cables to be routed. The generous amount of pre-installed Velcro straps means only a few zip ties are required which makes the end product look very neat. x 140mm/120mm roof fan mounts, 1 x 140mm or 3 x 120mm bottom fan mounts, 4 x 120mm side fan mounts (fans not included) Thermals are up next, but since our thermal test bench uses air cooling and the Enthoo Pro 2 is clearly competing with the O11 XL for the large liquid-focused case market, let’s take a moment and compare them on those terms. Lian Li O11 XL vs. Enthoo Pro 2 Radiator Show-Down

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You can get enough grip on the front panel to pull it off without having to lift the case, and this grants access to the magnetic front dust filter as well as the full-length bottom one, which slides out to the front and has a slot to make reinsertion as easy as possible. On the inside of the steel side panel, there are also magnetic filters covering the PSU intake area and the optional side fan-mount, and the external magnetic roof filter completes the picture – no area is left unguarded. Phanteks is using what it calls ‘high airflow dust filters’ for all locations except the roof, where a ‘regular’ (denser) filter is used to help combat dust falling in. Everyone's needs are different in the end i know what i would need to keep my system cool when it's 87f+ in this room.

The integrated power supply shroud is also very spacious which means slotting the PSU into position is a stress-free task. The addition of a flap to cover all the excess cables is a great idea and does its job very well, even with the additional cables of this dual system setup. I would refuse to pay that price for your nice case, that's just ridiculous, but if you have the cash, then why not. For dual-PSU builds (not common, but maybe suitable for workstations that need extra power or redundancy), a second PSU mount is already present on the rear panel, but by default it’s blanked out by a cover plate. You’ll also be needing a PSU capable of linking with another, making this feature something of an advert for the Seasonic-built Phanteks Revolt Pro PSU, which can do just that. Aesthetically, the Phanteks Enthoo Pro 2 Closed has an impressive almost industrial design. New for this model is a mesh front panel that is made from an innovative High-Performance fabric. This fabric-based mesh front panel offers improved filtering and airflow characteristics over traditional plastic or metal. It also features an angular pattern, which complements the clean lines of the case itself. Extensive internal capacity for componentsWith so many radiator mounting options available in the Enthoo Pro II, a full custom water cooling loop should be easy to install inside. However, we have chosen two separate 280mm closed Loop liquid coolers, one for each CPU. Up top is a 280mm NZXT Kraken Z63 which fits with room to spare, so using tall memory modules shouldn’t be an issue with a top-mounted radiator.

When it comes to hard drives, Phanteks offers tons of possibilities. Included with the chassis are four HDD caddies, which you can also hang from the side of the case in pairs of two. These are incredibly easy to hang up here, as they just slot into place, but they rely fully on gravity to keep them in place. As such, we would only install drives here if you have absolutely no intention of moving your system. In a car, it’d only take one bump for them to drop out of place and fall down, which isn’t something you want happening with your hard drives. And to keep the RGB enthusiasts happy, Phanteks has added its touch of lighting to the Enthoo Pro II. For me, the balance of RGB lighting is just right for this case, it's not too over the top and suits the design perfectly. The option of controlling RGB lighting effects with buttons on the front panel or connecting to a motherboard should suit everyone too. The front panel of the Enthoo Pro II is manufactured from plastic with a brushed effect finish and is equipped with a large mesh vent for optimal airflow. The outer mesh is a fabric with approximately 4mm holes, behind is a much tighter woven plastic mesh dust filter attached to the chassis via magnets.

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With its exceptional performance capabilities, unmatched compatibility, and extensive storage options, we believe the Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition will empower professionals and enthusiasts alike to create powerful server systems without compromise. For bottom-mounted intake fans, there’s just under 3.5cm distance from the surface the case stands on to the floor of the case, with a few extra millimeters of clearance added by the removable fan/radiator tray. It’s a good tray, held in by a single captive thumbscrew which was torqued down so hard it warped the bottom of the case. The O11 XL has a similar amount of clearance, although the plastic trim along the bottom of the Enthoo Pro 2 makes it appear to be much less. Interference from the PSU shroud means that the tray can only fit a single 140mm fan, and there’s no room to spare on either side of 120mm fans. The section of the tray adjacent to the PSU shroud will not fit anything wider than 125mm at the very most. GN Case Testing Bench Apart from that the price looks good for what you get, no kiddie RGB and the solid side panel is cheaper than the tempered glass rubbish. Would've been nice to get another USB-C port instead of two USB-A ones. The dimensions are going to be terrifying, I do hope that they offer a version in white. Find our noise normalized & fan normalized testing methodology here: https://www.gamersnexus.net/guides/3477-case-fan-standardization-tests-noise-normalized-thermals