Introduction

    In today's article I will be reviewing the LC09B from SilverStone (the B meaning black; this unit also comes in brushed aluminum.) With the release of mini and micro motherboards and the Media Center Edition OS, the HTPC market is on a high. Silverstone recognized this and created a line of cases that can be used in a home theater setup. The LC09 fits this bill and is part of Silverstone's Lascala Series of cases. Now onto the review. . .

Company Info

    Founded in the summer of 2003, Silverstone Technology is now a proven leader in the field of aluminum enclosure design and manufacturing. Our expertise in creating functional works of art from ordinary electronics and computer components is widely recognized. Numerous designs and ideas for improving computer enclosures were first created by our talented team of engineers, who are regarded by many as leaders in their respective fields. Today, Silverstone Technology continues to garner attention and awards that reflect our original vision of creating the most advanced and beautiful products available on the market.


    Silverstone Technology's current products include:

•     Computer cases

•     Electronic enclosures

•     Computer power supplies

•     CPU coolers

•     Computer fans

•     Metal alloy accessories
  
   

Specifications

With the excellent LC05 paving the way for Mini-ITX case styling, we felt it was necessary to extend its appeal by offering the LC09 as a complement. By having a slim optical drive slot instead of a regular 5.25¡¨ drive bay, the LC09 gained the ability to accommodate a PCI slot and quite a few upgrade possibilities. Unique mix of beauty and size Slim Optical drive and PCI slot compatibility Meticulous top panel details Perfect for space limited applications Installation Guide

Material Aluminum front and top panel, 1.0mm SECC body Color Black Silver Motherboard Mini ITX Drive Bay Exposed slim optical drive x 1 Hidden 3.5¡¨ x 1 Cooling System Top & side venting holes Expansion Slot ¢° Front I/O Port USB2.0 port x 2 1394 Firewire x 1 Earphone jack x 1 MIC x 1 Power Supply 60W DC to DC adapter (80W peak) Net Weight 3 kg Dimension 346 mm (W) x 55 mm (H) x 310 mm (D)