Jupiter Mid-Tower Case

Application:	Mid-Tower Computer Case
Provided by:	CrazyPC
Review by:	Paul
Edited by:	Scott
Review date:	January 11th, 2003

The Jupiter has two unique features; the window mod and the LCD panel in the front. Skyhawk doesn't usually use the same old square or round window, but they do have some unique designs that sets them apart from the rest. This window mod is called the Q window

The "Q" design with the clear exhaust fan is another good window for lighting. You could even replace this fan with one of the fans with built in neon lights. As for the LCD panel, is a very unique aspect of this case that you just don't see anywhere else.

The LCD is backlit with 6 colors. The LCD's default is to cycle through the colors while there is power. However, you can pick your favorite color and have it stay on that color. The LCD displays, time, temperature, power on/off status and hard drive usage status. The LCD gets it's power through a passthrough power connector, connected to the main power connector on the power supply. This also means that the LCD will be on constantly. The only way to turn the LCD off is to turn of the power supply or unplug the computer.

The HDD activity comes from a unique passthrough HDD LED cable. The temperature is provided to the LCD through an external temperature probe. There is plenty of length to the probe and it can be placed pretty much anywhere.

CrazyPC included a bit of a bonus item with the case. I was not expecting this and it is not mentioned on the page as being included with the case. Here it is, dragon grill guard! Now this is sweet!

The first picture is to show the detail of the grill guard and the second photo is to show that it is mirrored. It's a very nice addition to the case, but it does have a problem. Due to the thickness of the grill guard, the included screws do not fit. They are not long enough to attach the fan to the side of the case.

The Jupiter case is a very nice case, but I didn't like the intake or exhaust fan. I also wish the front bezel was solid aluminum like the rest of the case. An aluminum front bezel would have been a nice touch... The LCD is a very cool feature, but it would be nice if it shut off when the system powers down. Or at least an off switch for the light. Although the light is not intensely bright, I feel it would get annoying if it were in your bedroom. That is unless you need a night light.

Overall, this is a pretty good case for the money. I love the fact that you can own this very same aluminum case with the above window mods for only $88! Just don't expect to get the same quality as a case that costs twice as much such as a Lian-Li or Cooler Master. But for only $88, you are getting a good deal!