Fractal Design Define 7 Solid Mid Tower White Cabinet
Overview:
The Fractal Design Define 7 Solid Mid Tower White Cabinet FD‑C‑DEF7A‑09 (Fractal Design Define 7 White) is a high-end, E‑ATX mid‑tower PC case engineered for unparalleled modularity, silent operation, and customizable cooling. It features a hinged anodized aluminum front panel, dual-layout design for enhanced airflow or expanded storage, and support for up to nine fans and multiple radiators. With USB‑C Gen 2 front I/O, sound-dampened panels, and sleek white styling, the FD‑C‑DEF7A‑09 offers an ideal foundation for enthusiast gaming builds, workstation rigs, or sophisticated custom loops.
Key Features:
Modular Dual‑Layout Interior: Toggle between Open Layout for maximum radiator/GPU clearance or Storage Layout with up to 14 HDDs + 4 SSDs using versatile MultiBracket mounts.
Premium Cooling Options: Supports up to nine 120/140 mm fans—comes with two front and one rear Dynamic X2 GP‑14 fans. Compatible with front 360 mm, top 420 mm, bottom 280 mm, and rear 120 mm radiators.
Quiet Build Design: Industrial-grade sound-dampened steel on top, front, and side panels; front door features reversible hinges with magnetic latch. Includes high-airflow nylon filters.
Connected Front I/O: One USB‑C Gen 2 (10 Gbps), two USB‑A 3.1 Gen 1, two USB‑A 2.0 ports, plus 3.5 mm audio jacks.
Efficient Cable & PSU Management: 30 mm cable routing, PSU shroud with removable cover, integrated cable guides, captive thumbscrews and Ultra-slim Nexus+ 2 hub simplify clean builds.
Massive Component Accommodation: Open layout supports GPUs up to 491 mm (or ~467 mm with front fan); storage layout fits ~290 mm GPU. CPU coolers up to 185 mm tall and PSUs up to 250 mm.
Specification Table:
Category | Specification |
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Case Type | E‑ATX Mid‑Tower (Steel + |
Aluminum front + TC glass optional) | |
Color / Side Panel | White (solid steel panel; tempered glass on optional TG version) |
Motherboard Support | E‑ATX (max 285 mm), ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX |
5.25″ Drive Bays | 1 (converts to 140 mm fan mount) |
Internal Drive Bays | 6 universal 2.5″/3.5″; plus 2 dedicated SSD brackets (storage layout supports 14 HDD + 4 SSD) |
Expansion Slots | 7 full-height + 2 vertical |
Fan Support (max) | Front: 3×120/140 mm (2 installed) |
Top: 3×120/140 mm | |
Rear: 1×120/140 mm (1 installed) | |
Bottom: 2×120/140 mm | |
Radiator Support | Front: 360 mm; Top: 420 mm; Bottom: 280 mm; Rear: 120 mm |
Max GPU Length | Open: 491 mm; Storage: 290 mm (~467 mm w/ front fan) |
Max CPU Cooler Height | 185 mm |
Max PSU Length | 250 mm (with HDD cage) |
Front I/O | 1× USB‑C Gen 2, 2× USB‑A 3.1 Gen 1, 2× USB‑A 2.0, 3.5 mm audio |
Sound Dampening | Sound-dampened steel panels (front, top, side) + high-airflow filters |
Cable Management | 30 mm routing space, PSU shroud, cable guides, Nexus+ 2 hub, captive thumbscrews |
Dust Filters | Front, top, bottom/PSU |
Dimensions (W×D×H) | 240 × 475 × 547 mm |
Weight (Net) | ~13.5 kg |
Warranty | 2 years |