I installed an ASUS A8N32-SLI DELUX, an ASUS A8R32-MVP DELUX, and a Sapphire PC-A9 RD580Adv. Both CrossFire motherboards were used in dual and single card mode--without any issues. For video cards, I used a Sapphire X1900XTX and a Sapphire X1900XT MC. For a CPU, I ran an AMD X2 4400+ and its stock air cooler.

For PSU installation, I used our test bench Sintech 500 SLI. I was able to monitor its temperatures at idle and under load and it had zero issues--running as cool or cooler than when installed on our test bench. I tried a variety of HDD's ranging from generic Samsung to 10K Raptors.

Ok, Ok...was it quiet? Yes. Very quiet? Yes. The attention to detail and quality construction elements like double wall sound isolation, gasketed doors, grommeted fans, tight riveting, etc.--all contribute to the quietest case I have personally ever experienced. I think this is all the more amazing because I was not running "quiet parts"--parts sold at higher prices that are promoted as silent system parts--but rather mainstream performance parts--X1900XTX, Raptors and so on.

Lian-Li has done it again--and in my opinion--done it even better than before with the PC-S80. It has the minimalist elegance Lian-Li is famous for (that seashell thing aside =), and the build quality has only gotten better over the years. The case is an absolute joy to work with--simple and elegant at every turn. It is tight, engineered to be whisper quiet, and just plain sexy. For those looking for an investment class case that doesn't miss a single detail, the PC-S80 should be at the top of your list.

I am told that SilverPCS is already accepting pre-orders for the PC-S80 (with a $10.00 off coupon no less), and expects to start shipping around April 26th. We want to offer you the chance to win the Lian-Li PC-S80 we reviewed before you can even buy it--you can find details on how to enter here. Go enter NOW!

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