SilverStone introduced the FARA 514X and FARA 312X computer cases. The FARA 312X model is made in the Micro-ATX format, and the FARA 514X uses the standard Mid-Tower form factor. Both new products are equipped with mesh front panels and 140mm front fans for efficient access of fresh air to components.
FARA 312X. Image source: SilverStone
One of the side walls of both cases is made of tempered glass. FARA 312X supports the installation of video cards up to 365 mm long, the FARA 514X model allows you to install video cards up to 395 mm long. The junior model of the case supports the installation of processor coolers up to 173 mm in height, while the FARA 514X version supports coolers up to 168 mm in height. To install the power supply and cables, the manufacturer has provided 217 mm of free space for both new products.
The FARA 312X (SST-FA312X-BG) case dimensions are 220 x 410 x 412.4 mm. Its weight is 5.76 kg. The new product offers four expansion slots and supports installation of motherboards in Micro-ATX, Mini-DTX and Mini-ITX formats. Three 120mm or two 140mm fans can be installed on the front side of the case.
The manufacturer has provided two 140 mm fans with ARGB lighting in the front and one 120 mm in the rear. The case also offers installation of two 140mm or 120mm fans on top. For FARA 312X, support for LSS radiators up to 280 × 140 mm in size is declared at the front and top.
The new product also has a combined slot for a 3.5- or 2.5-inch drive at the bottom of the case and three separate slots for installing 2.5-inch drives located behind the motherboard tray. The front panel of the FARA 312X case is represented by two USB 3.0 ports and a pair of 3.5 mm audio outputs.
START 514X
The FARA 514X (SST-FA514X-BG or SST-FA514X-WG) case dimensions are 220 x 492.8 x 458.6 mm and weighs 8.6 kg. The manufacturer offers three pre-installed 140 mm ARGB fans in the front and one 120 mm in the rear. The new product supports the installation of LSS radiators up to 360 × 120 mm in size at the front and top.
The FARA 514X also has two combined slots for 3.5- and 2.5-inch drives and a pair of separate slots for 2.5-inch SSDs. The front connector panel of the case consists of one USB Type-C, two USB 3.0 and a pair of 3.5 mm audio outputs.
Both cases will be available in white and black versions. The manufacturer did not disclose the cost of FARA 514X and FARA 312X.