SILVERSTONE ML08 ITX Mini Tower Cabinet (Black)

The SilverStone ML08 is a compact Mini-ITX chassis engineered for enthusiasts who demand a capable small-form-factor desktop without sacrificing expansion potential. With an overall volume of just 12 litres and external dimensions of 380 mm (W) × 87 mm (H) × 370 mm (D), it slots neatly into living-room entertainment centres, home-office desks, or any space-constrained environment where a standard tower would be impractical. Despite its slim profile, the ML08 accommodates a dedicated graphics card up to 330 mm (13 inches) in length, with a width restriction of 121 mm (4.78 inches), making it viable for mid-range and select high-performance GPUs. An included PCI Express riser card set enables that reclining GPU orientation without any additional purchase. Two expansion slots are available, and an independent expansion-slot design makes assembly more straightforward than typical slim enclosures. The chassis supports SFX and SFX-L power supply units, giving builders a broad choice of compact, high-efficiency PSUs. CPU cooler height is limited to 58 mm, so low-profile air coolers are required. Ventilation relies on oversized side vents positioned directly over the CPU and motherboard area, supplemented by passive rear exhaust vents — a layout that leverages natural convection alongside any cooler airflow rather than case-mounted fans. Drive storage consists of two internal 2.5-inch bays, with one additional 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch position available depending on the expansion card installed. A single slim optical drive bay (12.7 mm, or 9.5 mm tray-type only) is included for legacy media needs. Front I/O provides two USB 3.0 ports alongside a headphone output and microphone input, covering everyday connectivity without external hubs. The enclosure is built from a reinforced plastic outer shell over a steel body, striking a balance between rigidity and weight — the net weight ranges from 3.2 kg to 3.5 kg across variants. The ML08 can be oriented horizontally or vertically, adapting to desk layouts or shelf placement alike. Security is addressed via two Kensington lock points, a useful feature in shared or office environments. Four model variants exist under the ML08 family: SST-ML08B (black), SST-ML08B-W (black with side window), SST-ML08B-H (black with removable carrying handle), and SST-ML08B-HW (black with both handle and window). The carrying handle is specific to the -H and -HW variants; the base SST-ML08B listed here does not include it. Verified Specifications: • Form factor: Mini-ITX • Dimensions: 380 mm × 87 mm × 370 mm (W×H×D) / 12 litres • Material: Reinforced plastic outer shell, steel body • PSU support: SFX & SFX-L • GPU clearance: Up to 330 mm long, 121 mm wide • CPU cooler height limit: 58 mm • Internal drive bays: 2.5″ × 2 (plus conditional 3rd bay) • External bay: Slim optical 12.7 mm or 9.5 mm (tray type only) × 1 • Expansion slots: 2 • Front I/O: USB 3.0 × 2, audio × 1, MIC × 1 • Net weight: 3.2 kg – 3.5 kg • Extras: PCIe riser card set included, dual Kensington lock support • Orientation: Horizontal or vertical • Warranty: 1 year