This case has DLC! - InWin ModFree
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Get your overpriced stickers at shortlinus.com InWin makes a ton of interesting cases, and at CES, they were showing off their new ModFree case that allows you to expand and customize your case however you like with a unique mounting mechanism that lets you grow your case with modules so we sent Adam to see if this system lets you create the perfect case or if it makes your PC build needlessly complicated. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► SUBSCRIBE ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Adam rips apart a PC with his hands 0:55 What's included and various configurations 3:24 Main case tour and panel type options 4:54 Sponsor - dbrand 6:07 An oddity and modules we want 7:00 Who's this for? 7:42 Outro
This video is a hands-on overview of InWin’s ModFree PC case, a modular chassis designed to grow with your needs. The host demonstrates that the top, front, and even the entire panels can be removed without tools, highlighting the core concept that you buy only what you need and can add modules later. The modular system is explained in detail: a base case includes motherboard and PSU modules, and expansion modules can be attached at the top, bottom, or sides to host extra storage, cooling radiators, and even a second computer. The presenter emphasizes how storage modules can accommodate up to eight 3.5-inch drives, enabling a NAS-like setup or multi-system configurations within a single chassis. He also discusses practical airflow and alignment considerations, noting that modular expansion modules can hold up to 420-mm radiators and that compatibility with standard components is a key selling point. Throughout the tour, there is a recurring theme of future-proofing and avoiding forced upgrades by letting users tailor the case to their evolving builds. The segment concludes by describing material options, such as frosted acrylic, metal, tempered glass, and mesh, and inviting viewer feedback on preferred materials and configurations, while teasing a spring 2023 launch and an upcoming module lineup. Finally, a sponsor segment with a street-style tech tip bit is included, followed by a recap of I/O options and mounting flexibility, reinforcing the message that the ModFree concept aims to balance customization with real-world usability for a wide range of enthusiasts.
Topics · technology · hardware · computing · CES 2023 · PC case design · modular hardware · product overview · consumer electronics
Questions answered
- What makes the InWin ModFree case modular and expandable?
- The ModFree case uses removable panels and expansion modules that attach without tools, allowing you to add storage, cooling, or even a second computer by adding modules to the top, bottom, or sides.
- What configurations can the ModFree system support in terms of motherboards and power supplies?
- The base configuration supports an m-ITX motherboard with an SFX power supply, and the modular system can accommodate larger builds by adding modules to host more components and cooling options.