Super Flower X-Mask: Mild-Mannered or Superhero?

Internal Design

When we opened up the X-Mask and took a look at the inside, we were reminded of the Lian Li PC-6070. Though made of steel, the X-Mask was designed almost exactly like the PC-6070.

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The X-Mask uses a removable carriage for HDD applications and is held in place by 3 thumbscrews. Unlike the Lian Li carriage, Super Flower designed the X-Mask's drive carriage to hold 4 HDDs mounted horizontally instead of Lian Li's 5 HDD capacity mounted vertically.

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Still, the X-Mask has plenty of room for drive expandability. The case can hold three more 3-1/2" drives along with four 5-1/4" drives. Drive rails are provided for the larger 5-1/4" drives, but are not completely tool-less.

To install the drive rails, they need to be screwed onto the drives using one screw for each rail. Though not the best, it is not a major flaw in the X-Mask's design. The screw-in method is also an option for those who prefer not to use drive rails.

The add-on card slots also utilize the screw-in method. Screws have been provided for all applications, including drive and motherboard installations.

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Wiring for the front panel LEDs and auxiliary ports have been cut to allow plenty of slack. We have seen many cases that have made use of wiring that would be short for many standard uses, making it difficult with which to work.