Fractal Design NODE 304 Cube Black FD-CA-NODE-304-BL

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Fractal Design NODE 304, Cube, PC, Black, Mini-DTX, Mini-ITX, Home/Office, 16.5 cm

NODE 304

The Node 304 features a unique modular interior for outstanding configurability.
The Node 304 accommodates up to six hard drives. Unused mounting brackets can be removed to allow for long graphic cards, additional airflow or more space for organizing cables. Additionally, it is equipped with three hydraulic bearing fans, easy-to-clean air filters in all intakes and two front USB 3.0 ports.
Featuring hybrid functionality, the Node 304 case is ideally used as a cool-running file server, a stylish and quiet home theatre PC or a powerful gaming system highlighting minimalistic and stunning Scandinavian design and maximum functionality.

Key features
- Compact, modular interior
- Minimalistic design with an elegant aluminum front panel
- Unique new modular mounting system that accommodates up to 6 hard drives
- Accommodates tower CPU coolers and single-fan water cooling systems
- Filtered air intakes ensure a dust-free environment for internal components
- Three Silent Series R2 hydraulic bearing fans included
- Excellent cooling for all components
- Accommodates ATX power supplies
- Fan controller for all fans included
- USB 3.0 for fast file transfers NODE 304

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Node 304, Mini ITX/ DTX, 2 expansion slots, 6 x 3.5"

Fractal Design NODE 304. Form factor: Cube, Type: PC, Product colour: Black. Power supply location: Bottom, Supported power supply form factors: ATX. Front fans installed: 2x 92 mm, Front fans diameters supported: 80,92 mm, Rear fans installed: 1x 140 mm. Supported HDD sizes: 2.5,3.5". Width: 250 mm, Depth: 374 mm, Height: 210 mm

Warranty information: 2 years

Initial Release Date: 09/08/2012

Fractal Design NODE 304 Cube Black FD-CA-NODE-304-BL Specifications

Product Type PC Cases Brand Fractal Design Collection Model Fractal Design NODE 304 Manufacturer Product Type Fractal Design PC Cases Form Factor Cube Product colour Black Supported motherboard form factors Mini-DTX,Mini-ITX Supported motherboard form factors Mini-DTX, Mini-ITX Number of 3.5" bays 6 Number of 5.25" bays 0 Number of 2.5" bays 6 Number of internal 3.5" bays 6 Number of external 5.25" bays 0 Number of expansion slots 2 Side window No Suitable for Home/Office LED indicators Yes Illumination No Anti-dust filter Yes Volume 19.5 L Maximum CPU cooler height 16.5 cm Maximum graphics card length 31 cm Maximum PSU length 16 cm Maximum CPU cooler height 165 Maximum PSU length 160 Volume 19.5 Maximum graphics card length 310 Product Family Node 304 Supported HDD sizes 2.5,3.5" USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2 Audio Input Yes Audio Output Yes USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity 0 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2 USB 2.0 ports quantity 0 Power supply included No Power supply location Bottom Front fans installed 2x 92 mm Number of front fans supported (max) 2 Front fans diameters supported 80,92 mm Rear fans installed 1x 140 mm Number of rear fans supported (max) 1 Rear fans diameters supported 120 mm Front radiator installed No Rear radiator installed No Top radiator installed No Rear fans diameters supported 120 Front fans diameters supported 80,92 Type PC Depth 374 mm Height 210 mm Weight 4.9 kg Width 250 mm Year 2012 Harmonized System (HS) code 84733080 Supported power supply form factors ATX Package width 285 mm User guide Yes Manual Yes Package depth 450 mm Package height 335 mm Package weight 6.1 kg Colour of product Black Supported hard disk drive sizes 2.5,3.5 Maximum rear fans 1 Maximum front fans 2 Supported hard disk drive sizes 2.5,3.5" MPN FD-CA-NODE-304-BL Promotion Spring Sale

Fractal Design NODE 304 Cube Black Downloads

Fractal Design NODE 304 Cube Black FD-CA-NODE-304-BL Reviews

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As ever Fractal Design have created a fantastic ITX Case, whilst it does fall short in some areas and I will explain my reasoning.  So let's get on with the conclusion. Looking at the case from a purely atheistic perspective, I can say that Fractal desig...

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+Good build quality, Up to six hard drives, Can support standard GPUs and PSUs , although not both at once, Full, size air cooler compatible, Price
-Care needed when choosing components due to space restraints, Modular PSU is recommended

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Looking at the outside of the Node 304 first we have a case which is built to Fractal Design's usual high standards. The brushed metal front panel which is almost blank looks great and should blend into home theatre environments with ease… or look great s...

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+Great build quality, Compact, Good, quiet cooling, Fan controller, Good clearance for CPU coolers
-160mm PSUs obstruct graphics cards, Cost

With very few manufacturers catering for Mini-ITX it’s good to see another brand taking on this form factor. Is Fractal Design’s first attempt a good one?Removing Node 304 out of its packaging it’s immediately apparent which brand this case belongs to...

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+Attractive design, Well built, Quiet running
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Overall we have generally positive feelings about the Fractal Design Node 304, however there are a few issues with the case which will need to be carefully considered before you buy.The Node 304 oozes similar minimalistic style to the Define Range, making...

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I've said it a few times in recent months that the Mini-ITX form factor is getting better and better and the Node 304 just further reinforces my belief. As seen in our build section it may not be the most practical solution in terms of space for our compo...

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