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Compact copper-encased 14.2-liter PC system weighs 47.4 pounds, doesn't need fans for cooling — passive ITX case is nearly twice as heavy as the aluminum shrouded version

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A new compact fanless chassis, the FanlessVC2300S DT, is available in an all-copper limited edition weighing 47.4 pounds and an aluminum version at 24.7 pounds. The case offers passive cooling with a total capacity of 250W, allowing for a CPU and GPU with a combined TDP of 250W. The design accommodates a 170 x 170mm ITX motherboard, Flex ATX PSU, memory modules, and a 2.5-inch storage device. The chassis features a unique cooling system with heat pipes for the CPU and vapor chambers for the GPU, made from copper fins. The aluminum version is priced at around $250, with limited availability for the all-copper version.

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