Internal Features:
The top cover is held in place by three thumb screws, and once removed it reveals the empty case shown below. Two support braces connect the front to the back, and each has a secondary function, as well. The brace on the right hand side serves as a two bay 3.5" drive carrier, and the brace on the left hand side features a circular hole that mounts above the CPU. This hole appears to be notched for use with some sort mating piece, perhaps a air duct (not included).
The images below show the front corner of the case, directly behind the power and reset buttons. There is a 'silent' 80mm fan, as well as the bundle of cables to connect the front features to the motherboard installed. The cables are all of adequate length, and feature well marked connectors to simplify installation.
 
In the middle of the case is a three bay 3.5" drive cage that is held in place by three screws. It can be completely removed in order to add drives, which is important considering that nothing in here is tool-less. Other than the thumbscrews that hold the case closed, you will need a screw driver to install all of your drives and expansion cards.
 
In addition to having to remove that 3.5" drive cage to add drives there, it also has to be removed in order to add drives to the three bay 5.25" bay shown in the above right image. I don't see why tool-less features can't be integrated into a case such as this, and feel that something from Thermaltake's standard line up could be used to make this case just a little more appealing!
The below left image takes a closer look at the circular cut out that I imagine could be used for some sort of CPU duct. Nothing is included, but perhaps I could find something to improve the cooling efficiency, anyway. The below right image provides a close-up of the two 60mm exhaust fans. These aren't your typical fans, as the extra thickness may allow for extra blade surface area to move more air at lower speeds (and lower noise levels).
 
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