Fractal Design Define 7 Dark (E-ATX) Mid Tower Cabinet (Black)

The Fractal Design Define 7 Dark is a silence-focused E-ATX mid-tower case engineered for builders who want maximum flexibility without sacrificing acoustic performance. Its refreshed chassis design opens fully to expose the interior, making component installation and cable routing noticeably easier. The anodized aluminum front panel features reversible dual-handed hinges, lending a premium feel while maintaining practical accessibility. Airflow is handled by three pre-installed Dynamic X2 GP-14 140mm fans—two at the front and one at the rear—with nine total 120/140mm fan mounting positions available across the front, top, rear, and bottom. For water-cooling enthusiasts, the front supports radiators up to 360mm, the top up to 420mm, and the bottom up to 280mm, making extensive custom loop configurations achievable without a case swap. Storage capacity is a standout strength. In the default Open Layout, six universal HDD/SSD brackets and two dedicated SSD brackets provide ample options for most builds. Switching to Storage Layout unlocks up to 14 HDD positions alongside four dedicated SSD mounts. The included Multibracket further extends versatility by converting any unused fan position into an HDD, SSD, or pump mount. Silence-optimized construction uses industrial sound-damped panels on the front, top, and both sides to keep noise levels low under load. High-airflow nylon dust filters cover the top, front, and full-length bottom, and all are accessible without tools. An ultra-slim Nexus+ 2 fan hub connects up to three PWM and six 3-pin fans simultaneously, keeping wiring tidy. The front I/O panel includes one USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port (up to 10 Gbps with fast charging), two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, and audio in/out. Integrated cable guides with Velcro ties and 30mm of cable routing space behind the motherboard tray simplify management. Verified Specifications: - Form factor: E-ATX (max 285mm) / ATX / mATX / Mini-ITX - Dimensions (L×W×H): 547 × 240 × 475 mm | Net weight: 13.45 kg | Volume: 57.7 L - Pre-installed fans: 3 × Dynamic X2 GP-14 140mm | Total fan mounts: 9 × 120/140mm - Max GPU length: 491mm (Open Layout) / 315mm (Storage Layout) - Max CPU cooler height: 185mm | Max PSU length: 250mm - Expansion slots: 7 + 2 - Radiator support: Front up to 360mm, Top up to 420mm, Bottom up to 280mm, Rear 120mm - Storage: 6 universal HDD/SSD brackets (14 positions in Storage Layout) + 2 dedicated SSD brackets (4 positions) - Left panel: Tempered glass | Right panel: Sound-damped steel (or tempered glass option) - Materials: Steel, tempered glass | Color: Black | Warranty: 2 Years - SKU: FD-C-DEF7A-03