| Introduction |
I was fortunate enough to be invited by darkFlash Taiwan to experience the debut of the back-insertion “sea-view” PC case. The first time I saw this case was at the 2024 Computex booth, where I learned that it features a back-insertion design, three large glass panels for maximum transparency, and an expansive layout—quite unique! When I received the invitation, I also had a set of ROG BTF components on hand, so I took up the challenge. While setting up the system, I hesitated a bit regarding cooling solutions. Almost all water cooling systems on the market still have tubing, and I felt that to achieve the perfect back-insertion aesthetic, something was still missing. Then I remembered that Bitspower, a leading local and international water cooling brand, had recently launched a back-insertion cooling head. After my excellent experience with their CR360 water cooler, I reached out to them, and they were kind enough to provide products for the build. So, let’s dive into this build experience!
| Unboxing and Component Overview |
Official DY470 Case Specifications
Dimensions: 239 x 477 x 528 mm
Form Factor: Mid Tower
Material: Steel chassis, tempered glass front and side panels
Motherboard Support (Standard): ATX / micro-ATX / mini-ITX / E-ATX (with GPU bracket removal)
Motherboard Support (Back-Insertion): ATX
Front I/O:
1x USB 3.2 GEN 2 Type-C
2x USB 3.0
Power button
Reset button
Microphone + headphone combo
Case Wiring:
F-PANEL front panel Dupont wire set
Type-C connector
Audio input connector
USB 3.0 connector
Fan / Radiator Support:
Top: 3x 120mm (Supports 360mm Radiator)
Rear: 1x 120mm (Supports 120mm Radiator)
Bottom: 3x 120mm (Supports 360mm Radiator)
Side: 3x 120mm (Supports 360mm Radiator)
GPU Length Support:
Horizontal: 410mm
Vertical: 390mm
Cooler Height Support: 175mm
Hardware Configuration for This Build
CPU Processor: Intel i9-14900KS (removed later for exhibition purposes)
GPU Graphics Card: ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4090 24GB GDDR6X BTF OC
Motherboard: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BTF
RAM: Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 7200MHz 16GB x2
Case: darkFlash DY470 Black
Fans: darkFlash DM12 / DM12R PRO PWM (4x Forward, 3x Reverse)
PSU: Corsair SF-L Series SF850L ATX 3.0 PCIe 5.0
Cooler: Bitspower Full Custom Water Cooling
| Case Unboxing |
The case packaging prominently displays the DY470 logo and design elements, with a very spacious box. The packaging is
sturdy, justifying the size of the box, and you’ll find the accessory box embedded inside the packaging.
| Showcasing the Case from Different Angles |
The front cover features a sharp design with three intersecting glass panels that provide a sleek, premium feel. When the lights are off, the edges are defined, adding to its premium look. The top part of the case is made of transparent glass, which gives a more open visual feel when the system is powered on, offering excellent transparency.
The glass panels are secured with screws and feature a quick-release structure, making assembly and disassembly very intuitive.
The rear section reveals that the power supply is mounted vertically, and the fan mounts are designed specifically for 120mm fans.
| Accessory Box Overview |
The accessory box follows darkFlash's signature style, including the traditional glass cleaning cloth and standard screws. Additionally, the instruction manual is included, which is particularly useful since the three glass panels may require some extra attention during assembly. The steps for removing and installing the glass panels are more intricate, and the manual can be referenced to help guide you through the process.
| Lighting and Dark Environment Effects |
| Conclusion |
I never imagined that a computer with this kind of gaming "lazy" modeling would actually exist in real life. In recent years, this intriguing build concept has finally come to life, and I was amazed by how visually seamless and comfortable the experience is. I deeply respect the developers and designers behind this innovation. It’s an honor to add such a memorable unboxing to my assembly journey.
Article sourced from: MSC Studio
