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Antec Launches Skeleton PC Case

World's First Open Air Case Adds Unique Design and Unprecedented Airflow to Any System
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Posted 13 October 2008 @ 07:00 am ET

FREMONT, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 10/13/08 -- Antec, Inc., the leading global brand ofhigh-performance computer components for the PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourselfmarkets, has launched the Skeleton, the first open air enclosure to theconsumer market. The Skeleton's open structure design and flexibility bringa high level of cooling, ease-of-use and stylish appearance to any PC.

Customizable and offering unprecedented levels of cooling, the Skeletonfeatures an open frame and a top mounted, three-speed, 250mm TriCoolmulti-color LED fan, allowing users to adjust fan speed, as well as caseillumination. Specially designed layered trays allow for efficient cablerouting that prevents wires from impeding airflow and an additionaldedicated 92mm fan cools the hard drives. With a 0.8mm cold rolledsteel-reinforced plastic frame and rackmount quality side rails, thisenclosure emphasizes durability. The 13''(H) x 14.8''(W) x 16.5''(D) sizedenclosure fits Mini ITX, MicroATX and Standard ATX motherboards.

For enhanced flexibility in system integration, the enclosure boasts alayered tray design and four quick release drive bays, including two 5.25''and two 3.5'' bays as well as four optional 3.5'' side panel-mountingplates. Seven expansion slots contain room for up to three 11'' video cardsin SLI configuration, enabling gamers and high-performance enthusiasts toget the most from their high end machines. Convenient front mounted USB2.0, FireWire and eSATA ports allow for easy multimedia connections.Additionally, there are Audio I/O ports in the front, compatible with AC97'and HDA.

"PC gamers and build your own enthusiasts are always looking for the latesthigh-performance components, including high usability and unique designs,"said Scott Richards, senior vice president for Antec. "The Skeleton is thelatest example of the commitment we have to offer usable, affordableproducts that perfectly balance functionality with a unique and boldappearance. The cooling capacities and top-notch convenience features willhelp PC users to build a very special system. We're excited to be the firstcompany to launch an open air PC case."

The Skeleton is available now through major retailers, e-tailers anddistributors. The case will retail for approximately $189.95 and is backedby Antec's Quality 3-Year Warranty. For additional product information andfull technical specifications, please visit www.antec.com.

About Antec, Inc.

Antec, Inc. is the leading global brand of high-performance computercomponents and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself(DIY) markets. Founded in 1986, Antec is recognized as a pioneer in theseindustries and has maintained its position as a worldwide market leader andinternational provider of efficient, quiet, and reliable products. Antechas also achieved great success in the distribution channel, meeting thedemands of quality-conscious system builders, VARs and integrators.

Antec's offering of enclosures includes a large range of cases, such as itstechnically advanced Performance One Series, cost-effective New SolutionSeries and server grade cases designed for the needs of all workstation andserver markets. Antec's products also include front line power suppliessuch as its Signature Series, TruePower Quattro series, NeoPower series,and EarthWatts, the most environmentally friendly power supply available.PC gamers are an increasingly significant consumer of performancecomponents, and many Antec products are geared toward the gamingdemographic, like the Twelve Hundred, the premier gamer enclosure. Antecalso offers a computing accessories line comprised of many originalproducts, including its patented LED Fans and Notebook Cooling solutions.

As part of its commitment to the gaming industry, Antec is a member of thenon-profit organization PC Gaming Alliance, with Senior Vice PresidentScott Richards sitting on the board of directors.

Antec is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices inRotterdam, The Netherlands, as well as in the UK, Germany, France, Spain,Italy, China and Taiwan. The company's products are sold in more than 40countries throughout the world. Please visit www.antec.com for moreinformation.

Please visit www.antec.com for more information.

Product images available here:http://files.lewispr.com/clients/antec/us/img.php

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