Chimera Industries Cerberus: The 18L, mATX, USA-made enclosure

VegetableStu

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curious question: is there an option to switch the underside panel (the one behind the motherboard that's currently blank) with the default vented panel...? ._.

(also requesting sanity check if such panels mount on either face interchangeably ,_,)
 
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Taswegian

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curious question: is there an option to switch the underside panel (the one behind the motherboard that's currently blank) with the default vented panel...? ._.

(also requesting sanity check if such panels mount on either face interchangeably ,_,)

Yes the vented side panel is interchangable with the solid panel on the other side.

The symmetry also allows those panels to be mounted upside down so you have the option of putting the vents at the top or bottom on either side.
 

minhbao92

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It looks great! When can I buy the windows panel??? I wanted to combine purchase with other parts too (about to have almost every parts available on the Cerberus X).
 

sirdude

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Feb 17, 2018
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I'm sure this has been asked before, but I can't find it.

In the cerberus-x configured with an atx motherboard and an atx PSU, how much room is there for the CPU cooler? I assume that an aio is pretty much a requirement. Or is there something else effective that fits?
 

puns4life

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Feb 9, 2018
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I'm sure this has been asked before, but I can't find it.

In the cerberus-x configured with an atx motherboard and an atx PSU, how much room is there for the CPU cooler? I assume that an aio is pretty much a requirement. Or is there something else effective that fits?

48mm according to the specs section for CPU air coolers on the Sliger page for the Cerberus X.

If you're not using an unlocked processor, you could probably get away with a slim cooler like the Noctua NH-L9i, which comes in at 37mm.
 

KSliger

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I'm sure this has been asked before, but I can't find it.

In the cerberus-x configured with an atx motherboard and an atx PSU, how much room is there for the CPU cooler? I assume that an aio is pretty much a requirement. Or is there something else effective that fits?
  • SFX Internal Kit: 137mm with the side hinge bracket installed, 145mm with side hinge bracket removed
  • SFX Rear Plate: 75mm max height
  • ATX Rear Plate: 48mm max height
It looks great! When can I buy the windows panel??? I wanted to combine purchase with other parts too (about to have almost every parts available on the Cerberus X).

Will let you know soon!

Window/vented panel looks great! So is this what was decided on and you're scrapping the full window panel? Or will that still be an option?

I really like the full window, but it complicates things on distribution, so maybe.

The distribution / carrying for so many options on this case isn't the easiest to do. Currently having just one option of panels (vented + unvented + front + top all same color) means we can assemble cases with panels, and place on shelf bagged ready to pick the kitted options with it.

With different side panels we have to come up with a way to store vented panels, solid panels, window panels, full window panels, etc. for all of the different colors and configuration options. (ex someone wants 2 solid panels or 2 full window panels) Hence it being easiest to just say everyone gets a small window on vented panel, solid panel, top vented panel.

I do feel the customization aspect is critical to a case in the price point though, so I am actively working on options for this that can keep costs for standard configuration buyers down and people that want unique configurations can bear the costs of their customization.

Will the windowed panels be available for purchase separately?

Yep!
 
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Xccapman

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he lives in Spain. I live the other way down on the equator
Aha then i see,, i hope i dont get go high Bills XD
I did just order the water cooling stuff and sleeve and some fans Still waiting to get the case i dont think they have send it havent got an mail with track. This Will be sick THE problem is its not much pictures om it so i cant see how meny fans People have 280mm rad in bottom thats all i know for know.
 

Xccapman

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Yes sir, priority will go to people who have already purchased cases for window panels. Plan is to phase out the standard vented panel and go window/vented panel only. Working things out to avoid any cost increase.

Cerberus X Window!


But THE big question is when does it comes give us a time i need it for My build but i dont hope it Will be so expensiv atleast THE shipping (93$ for me) then i think Will not be worth it becouse THE Price point you guys going go take is probly some where between 100$150$ its an expensiv but i hope it Will be worth it :D
 

tokyovigilante

Cable Smoosher
Aug 26, 2016
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Hi Guys,

My Cerberus turned up today and was waiting for me after work. Even more impressive in person and the build quality on mine looks top-notch. I've gone for the front mount SFX, and am just a bit confused about the provided screws. Here's what I've got -
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x6 of the domed screws on the left, x4 of the ones in the centre, and x4 of the countersunk ones. I'm trying to figure out which goes where.

I've put two countersunk ones in to attach the PSU cable to the rear case, and am assuming the 6x domed screws are for the PSU itself? Even though my PSU comes with screws already. That leaves the 4x screws in the middle above for the rear plate, and 2x countersunk ones for the PSU mount bracket itself at the front. However that doesn't leave any for the two screw holes at the front of the PSU bracket. Am I missing something?
 

tokyovigilante

Cable Smoosher
Aug 26, 2016
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Melbourne, Australia
Am I missing something?
Hmm, have just looked at the SFX internal kit on Sliger's website and think I'm missing two of the countersunk screws, as their image shows the power extension cable mounted on the rear bracket, plus 4 more countersunk screws for the front bracket.

Also, I've managed to destroy one of the countersunk screws included with the case itself (what are these even for?) by (admittedly stupidly) mixing it up with the PSU bracket screws and then trying to use it to mount it. XD

[EDIT] Oh right the countersunk ones in the main case screw bag are for 2.5" drives. Less cut up about losing one now...
 
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PlayfulPhoenix

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Everyone,

I recently posted an update to the community regarding James, which you can read here. I wanted to take a moment to address what this means for Kimera Industries:
  • On 2/28, James will be formally stepping down from Kimera Industries.
  • As the remaining founder and owner, I will continue to run things as they've been running, for now.
  • Product development has been on hiatus since mid-last year, but this work is now slated to resume relatively soon. I have nothing to announce at this time with respect to what this work will entail.
To allay any concerns about availability of Cerberus and Cerberus X, I want to be very clear that Sliger and I will continue to sell Cerberus and Cerberus X for now. If and when that changes, we will be as proactive as possible in sharing that - we don't want to prevent anyone interested in an enclosure from getting one.

That's all I have to share for now, as there's still a lot to resolve for both Minutiae and Kimera Industries. I'll share more as I know more. Until then, thanks for the support, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

- Joshua