Sunbeam Transformer Case

The lower front bezel grill on both the black and the blue Transformer is colored white.  This grill conceals placement for a 120mm intake fan (not included.)  The front louver panel snaps off with moderate effort to give some access to the intake fan area.  The color choice was a little confusing as a mismatched silver wing type design adorns the center of the upper face.  Personally, I would have color coordinated the upper marking and the lower louvers to match.  I think Sunbeam recognized that some may like the white louvers more than others because the white section is secured by Phillips head screws.  These screws can be easily removed allowing the end user to separate the white section from the louver panel to then be painted any color they wish.

     

Opening up the top bezel door exposes five 5.25" and two 3.5" drive bays.  Lots of expansion room here for anyone with multiple drives or other accessories to be installed.  The entire bezel snaps into place with some small plastic clips.  The clips provide a tight fit with no play. 

  

Moving to the left side panel, we are greeted with an intricate swirling design cut into the steel of the door.  Centered is a stylish fan grill and 80mm LED case fan with another identical set up just below and to the left of center.  Also present, is a molded handle to break up the monotony of the drab average grips we see all too frequently in handles.  A key lock is placed in front of the handle to keep unwanted inquiring fingers at bay.

     

Out back is the standard fare we have come to accept in PC cases with the exception of a fat 120mm exhaust fan (included.)  Looking from here to the roof we find another 80mm LED fan and stylin' grill.  This brings the fan total to three intake and two exhaust.  All the fans except the 120mm intake fan were included and three of these were LED numbers.  Also take note of the top mounted access ports on the front right edge.  Two USB 2.0 lie next to a speaker and mic jack for easier access when the Transformer is in use sitting on the floor.

  

Pop the hood

Removal of the side panel is effort free following the removal of two thumbscrews.  The interior is set up similar to the highly successful Chenming/Chieftec/Antec design.  Unfortunately, there is no removable mainboard tray present but given the size of the Transformer, I don't see this as a huge issue.

A simple plastic housing keeps the rear mounted 120mm exhaust fan in place.  120mm intake/exhaust fans are the only way to fly as they move a considerable amount of air with minimal noise. 

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