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The video is a hands-on look at EVGA’s DG-87 computer case showcased at PAX West 2016, with the host explaining how the case reimagines the typical front panel placement by positioning the front on the left side of the chassis. He walks through the hardware features in detail, highlighting the array of front I/O including two USB 3.0 ports, audio jacks, HDMI pass-through to the graphics card, a USB-C 3.1 connector, a reset button, a dedicated power button, and a built-in fan controller with a mode toggle. The control scheme is described with the Precision OC button to overclock components and the arrow keys to adjust fan speeds from 5% to 100% depending on intake or exhaust mode. The host demonstrates how the windowed side panel is released via levers and emphasizes practical accessibility, noting additional mounting options for the motherboard IO and CPU cooler cutouts. He also covers the interior layout: removable grills, multiple SSD trays, and expansion bays, along with the ability to host up to four 120 mm fans or various radiator configurations, while pointing out that cable management back there is not perfect. Throughout the piece, he compares the DG-87 to earlier EVGA models, explains the four-model lineup (DG-87, DG-86, DG-85, DG-84), and mentions a lower-cost optional version without a window, as well as the EVGA Power Link accessory designed to streamline power routing for clearer cable aesthetics. The video closes with the host inviting viewer feedback and promoting related Pax West 2016 coverage and sponsor links from Razer.
Topics · hardware · pc_building · computer_case · consumer_tech
Questions answered
- What makes the EVGA DG-87 case's front panel orientation unique and how does it affect use?
- The DG-87 places the traditional front panel on the left side of the case, so when referring to the front during use, it is the panel on the left side rather than the conventional front. This design change influences how you access input/output, mount components, and manage cables, but the built sections such as USB ports, audio jacks, HDMI pass-through, and the display-equipped fan controller remain accessible from the side that is perceived as the front.
- What are the cooling and radiator options for the DG-87, and how many fan slots does it support?
- The DG-87 supports up to four 120 mm fans or a combination of radiators such as a 3x120/140 mm setup. There are two 120 or 140 mm fan slots on the left side interior, and other mounting areas are available for air flow management, with the back panel and grills designed to accommodate varied cooling configurations.
- How does the EVGA Power Link affect cable management and aesthetics?
- The EVGA Power Link is an accessory that improves power routing by letting cables connect directly to the graphics card from the power supply area, reducing visible cable clutter on the PCIe area and resulting in a cleaner, more streamlined interior appearance.
- What are the price differences among the DG models and what does that imply about features?
- The DG-87 is priced higher than the DG-84, which lacks a window and a front-mounted display, with the DG-87 priced around 229 dollars and the DG-84 around 149 dollars, indicating that the more feature-rich models include a windowed panel, display and advanced cooling options.