Questions about Fractal Define 7 Black Solid

Unfortunately, we currently have no information on when the item will be available and when we will be able to deliver it. As soon as something changes in this regard, we will post it here.

Motherboards up to 285 mm E-ATX and radiators up to 420 mm at the top

In my opinion, unfortunately not. With a length of 458mm, the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 420 takes up the entire length of the Define 7. The front panel of the Define 7 also only has a LW in the top position.

The Fractal Design Define 7 Black Solid case comes with six universal 3.5"/2.5" drive brackets and two dedicated 2.5" drive brackets out of the box. However, if you need to accommodate eight HDDs, you will require additional storage solutions. The Define 7 has a dual-layout design that allows for significant storage expansion. You can convert the case to a Storage Layout, which enables the installation of up to 14 HDDs. To achieve this, you would need to use the multi-brackets provided, which can convert unused fan positions into HDD or SSD mounts. There is a dedicated place to mount additional storage solutions, such as a 4-bay enclosure, using these multi-brackets. The case's design is highly modular, allowing you to customize the storage configuration to fit your needs.

I could swap, as I wouldn't mind having 2 glass side panels.

3 Lüfter sind möglich (sowohl 120 als auch 140) https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/define/define-7/

JA ist möglich-oben 3x120mm oder 2x140mm....unten 2x120mm/140mm.....hier mehr infos...https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/define/define-7/

It works with one exception: since the Silent Loop normally belongs on the ceiling, there is no more room for a DVD drive. That's why I have the water cooling at the front, but this is not recommended, because every water cooling system loses liquid over time.

Two possible lids are included, one closed and one open. You then install the one you want.

If I understand you correctly, you want to use a watercooler with radiators mounted on the top of the case. With this layout RAM height should actually not matter and issues with space would rather be dependant on where the RAM slots on the motherboard you plan to use are located. RAM slot locations on Motherboards are not always exactly the same but they normally only differ slightly. There are no exact measurements to this in specsheets or the likes.

According to https://www.fractal-design.com/app/uploads/2020/10/Define-7_Product-Sheet_EN.pdf, there should be room for 3x 120/140mm fans at the top.

Unfortunately not directly, you can only buy the glass panels from Fractal. You might have to write to the manufacturer, they might be able to do something. Source: https://www.fractal-design.com/de/products/accessories/case-panels/

According to the instructions, it should be possible to install a 5.25 drive. from page 28 https://www.fractal-design.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Define_7_Manual-V2.pdf

Der Hersteller weiss es https://www.fractal-design.com/de/products/cases/define/define-7/schwarz/#specifications

By definition, yes. In reality, it depends on the requirements and the components installed. Sound insulation is included on the side panels and in the top cover. You can get a PC suitable for a living room if you do without "loud" hard drives, such as those used in the Seagate Expansion, and use CPU water cooling (in the front). For sound insulation, there are probably better cases, but as far as flexibility and build quality are concerned, the part is unbeatable. It has rarely been so much fun to integrate the components.

I have replaced them all with noctua NF-a 14 pwm. They are practically inaudible with good regulation.

Yes, the 6 trays are included in the box. Otherwise, the part is also quite good. I am satisfied. The only thing I find a little strange is that you can open the panel at the front like a door. But it doesn't bother me if it just stands there ;-)

Yes, according to the manufacturer, it should either fit on the top or on the front.

This is the dark version

Hi, I really don't know. However, Fractal has the operating instructions on its homepage, including explorer drawings that leave no questions unanswered. Please look there, that's the best way to be sure that your questions are answered. The case itself is really perfect and makes building a PC a real pleasure.

No, I don't think so.

No As far as I understand, this is the middle gradation. The Light case is more transparent. Fractal Define 7 Light (Midi Tower)

Unfortunately, we do not offer this.

Ja, das Case hat 2 vertikale PCIe Slots. Du brauchst dann einfach noch ein Riser Kabel 👍 https://www.fractal-design.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Define-7_Product-Sheet_EN.pdf

The case has a side window. The glass is un-tinted as shown in the picture.

We do not understand the question. Where is it located? On which case?

Hello Roman, the H115i fits in the front, max. radiator length in the front is 360mm.

Me2! Presumably this should be a CH power cable :)

Hello, I would say that you can only get this from Fractal. The item number: FD-A-SIDE-001