As the newest member of the Arc family of airflow cases, the Arc Midi R2 is developed with high-performance computer systems in mind. Featuring three high performance Silent Series R2 fans and ample water cooling options, the Arc Midi R2 layout maximizes airflow throughout the case and keeps even the most demanding systems at cool temperatures. Designed to house even the thickest radiators in both the top and front panels without extensive modifications, the Arc Midi R2 offers all this within a mid size case.
The chassis comes complete with a stylish window side panel, fan controller, easy to clean dust filters, high level of workmanship, flexible hard drive mounting system and plenty of space for cable routing.
Key features
- Designed with high airflow in mind while consistently holding a minimalistic, sleek look and feel
- Featuring a window side panel to show off your set up in style
- Extensive water cooling support, designed to support thick radiators in the front and top positions
- Three Silent Series R2 fans with integrated fan controller included
- HDD cages are now split 5 + 3 and are both rotatable and removable for maximum configuration and airflow
- Support for up to 8 hard drive bays with accommodation for an additional 2 x 2,5” inch drives behind the motherboard
- Easy installation and configuration with ample cable routing space making it simple for everyone to make a very tidy looking computer build
- Removable fan filters for easy dust maintenance and washing
Specifications
- ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX motherboard compatibility
- 2 - 5.25" bays
- 8 - 3.5" HDD trays - all compatible with SSDs
- 2 - 2.5" additional SSD positions behind the mothboard plate
- 7 + 1 expansion slots
- 7 - Fan positions (3 Silent Series R2 fans included)
- Filtered fan slots in front, top and bottom
- CPU coolers up to 180 mm tall
- PSU compatibility: ATX PSUs up to 170 mm deep when using the bottom fan location; when not using this fan location longer PSUs (up to 270 mm deep) can be used
- Graphics card compatibility: Graphics cards up to 290mm in length with the top HDD cage installed - With the top cage removed, graphics cards up to 430mm in length may be installed
- 26 mm of space for cable routing behind the motherboard plate
- Thick rubber grommets on all holes on the motherboard plate
- Colors available: Black
- Case dimensions (WxHxD): 230 x 460 x 515mm
- Net weight: 10.7kg
- Package dimensions (WxHxD): 320 x 610 x 560mm
- Package weight: 12kg
Cooling system
- Front: 1 - hydraulic bearing 140mm Silent Series R2 fan, 1000 RPM speed (included); 1 - 120/140mm fan (not included)
- Rear: 1 - hydraulic bearing 140mm Silent Series R2 fan, 1000 RPM speed (included)
- Top: 1 - hydraulic bearing 140mm Silent Series R2 fan, 1000 RPM speed (included); 2 - 120/140mm fans (not included)
- Bottom: 1 - 120/140mm fan (not included)
- Fan controller: 1 - integrated fan controller for up to 3 fans (included)
- Water cooling compatibility:
- Front – 240 mm radiators (thick and slim) when HDD cages are repositioned or removed
- Top – 240 mm radiators (thick and slim)
- Bottom – 120mm radiators
- Rear – 120mm radiators
Front Interface
- 2 - USB 3.0
- Audio in/out
- Power button with LED (blue)
- HDD activity LED (red)
- Reset button
- Fan controller
Package Contents
- Arc Midi R2 computer case
- Accessory box
- User manual
Additional information
- EAN/GTIN-13: 7350041081081
- UPC: 817301011082
- Product code: FD-CA-ARC-R2-BL-W
- Available for System Integrators
Bit-tech.net 2013-05-10
"The Arc Midi R2 is a fine example of a case revision done right, as for the most part the upgrades and changes are sensible and functionally beneficial."
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TweakTown.com 2013-05-04
"The Arc Midi R2 is a hit on every level! It is sleek and sexy to look at, it is silent out of the box, it is modular and customizable, it is affordable, and it is one of the best offerings in mid-towers at this point in my opinion."
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Hardwareluxx.ru 2013-05-02
"Корпус Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 - привлекательная "средняя башня", которая понравится сторонникам и воздушного, и водяного охлаждения. По сравнению с первой версией можно приветствовать большое число оптимизаций."
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Hardwareluxx.de 2013-05-02
"Das Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 ist ein überzeugender Midi-Tower, der Nutzer von Luft- und Wasserkühlung gleichermaßen anspricht. Gegenüber der ersten Revision wurden durchaus sinnvolle Verbesserungen umgesetzt."
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Hexus.net 2013-04-25
"For Ł75, this is a well constructed and easy to use chassis that accommodates high-end hardware in a tidy mid-tower frame."
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Lab501.ro 2013-04-22
"In definitiv insa, Arc Midi R2 este o carcasa reusita. In afara de numarul scazut de porturi USB, lucru care poate sau nu sa incurce, in functie de utilizator, noua carcasa de la Fractal Design nu are niciun dezavantaj important. In comparatie cu surioara ei, Define R4, Arc Midi R2 pierde la capitolul silentiozitate insa recastiga la capitolul flexibilitatea si sistem de racire. Trebuie spus, pentru cine vrea un desktop compact dar cu sistem de racire pe apa, Arc Midi R2 nu este o alegere deloc rea. Adaug la aceasta si calitatea foarte buna a constructiei, atat prin prisma materialelor cat si a imbinarii elementelor structurale, si ajung la concluzia ca Fractal Design ne delecteaza inca o data cu o carcasa reusita."
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HiTechLegion.com 2013-04-21
"The updates to the Arc Midi R2 compared to the first generation Arc Midi seem minor at first glance, but are essential and push the Arc Midi from being a great case to being unparalleled at its price point."
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HardwareCanucks.com 2013-04-18
"Where Fractal excels is in their ability to offer a deceptively large amount of room in a smaller chassis. Not only can the R2 accept graphics cards with lengths of 12” or more but it also incorporates mounting locations for up to seven fans (three of these are occupied by Silent Series R2 fans) and even space for two 240mm radiators. Cable routing has been addressed as well with plenty of rubber grommets placed at strategic locations around the motherboard tray.
For anyone looking in the market for a sleek, compact and feature-packed mid tower case, the Arc Midi R2 is a great choice. Watch the video above for our full review."
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BenchmarkReviews.com 2013-04-15
"You can't go wrong with the Arc Midi R2. It is a well built, stylish enclosure that can fit many different builds with room to accommodate some unique hardware."
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SkratchwizPC.net 2013-04-13
"The Arc Midi R2 has some great options whether you’re building an air cooled system or kitting it out with a custom water cooling loop. The Arc Midi R2 layout maximises airflow keeping components cool with three high performing Silent Series R2 140mm fans, and a further seven fans can be installed for optimized airflow."
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Comptoir-hardware.com 2013-04-10
"Nous voilŕ au bout de cette entrevue. L'Arc Midi R2 nous séduit toujours par ses qualités en terme de refroidissement, et si le bruit qu'il générait dans sa premičre version était légčrement élevé, il se retrouve lŕ atténue, rendant le R2 encore plus agréable ŕ l'usage. La capacité d'intégration est toujours impressionnante et se voit améliorée par les cages de disques durs qu'il sera possible de déplacer pour, par exemple, la pose d'un gros radiateur de watercooling. Son look est toujours un point fort et se voit agrémenté d'une large ouverture sur le côté. Quant au prix de vente il ne change pas, 90€ environs. Ŕ l'issue de ce test, Le Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 se voit attribuer la plus haute récompense du Comptoir."
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PCcentre.pl 2013-04-08
"Bohater naszej dzisiejszej recenzji prezentuje się świetnie, jego ascetyczny design przyciąga uwagę. Fractal Design pokazuje, że to nie odpustowy wygląd i różnego rodzaju świecidełka nadają konstrukcji charakteru, a właśnie prostota.
Poza walorami estetycznymi samą funkcjonalność obudowy ARC midi R2 należy ocenić bardzo wysoko. Mamy dostęp do bardzo dużej liczby zatok dysków twardych, świetnych oznaczeń informujących nabywcę, w którym miejscu zainstalować śrubkę dystansową dla konkretnego formatu płyty, dobrze przemyślany system prowadzenia kabli czy wyraźnie zaznaczone zaślepki panelu tylnego. Do tego dochodzą wszystkie filtry oraz wydajne, ale ciche wentylatory. Czyszczenie filtrów jest bajecznie proste, dzięki czemu żaden użytkownik nie powinien mieć problemów z utrzymaniem czystości swojego sprzętu."
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Bozzabench.com 2013-04-03
"Podaci dobijeni tokom testiranja potvrđuju izrečene zaključke. U sličnoj konfiguraciji sa tri velika ventilatora. ARC Midi R2 je tiši i hladniji od CM 690 II USB 3.0 kućišta. Razlika u buci je čak 5dB pri najnižem broju obrtaja dok u maksimalnom pogonu, Cooler Master ventilatori postaju isuviše bučni. Razlika u temperaturi je manja i znosi 20 Celzijusa, ali je svakako detalj koji ponovo govori u prednost Fractal Design modela. Ukoliko želite da montirate sistem vodenog hlađenja ARC Midi 2 je u velikoj prednosti zbog fleksibilnije unutrašnjosti i lakog pomeranja elemenata kako bi pronašli idealnu poziciju za vodeni radijator.[…] Zaključujemo da se radi o jednom od trenutno najboljih Midi tower kućišta. Briljantan rad Design Fractal-a i apsolutna preporuka u klasi vrhunskih PC kućišta!"
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PCtuning.cz 2013-03-14
"Pokud chceme najít klady, takový problém to nebude. Ať je to dobře zpracovaná přední mřížka pro sání vzduchu či hezky vypadající okno v bočnici. Nadstandardně je řešen především interiér, který nabízí úžasnou variabilitu a plnou podporu vodního chlazení."
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Hardwaresecrets.com 2013-03-01
"The Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 is even better than the original Arc Midi, and it is a very good choice if you are looking for a well-built case with lots of additional features."
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Computerbase.de 2013-02-19
"Insgesamt hinterlässt das Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 einen fast durchgehend positiven Eindruck. Der Preis von etwa 90 Euro ist, gemessen an der gebotenen Leistung und der Verarbeitungsqualität, akzeptabel und fair."
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Overclock3D.net 2013-02-18
"So you may expect with all of this the Arc V2 would end up costing you a lot more than some of the other cases in its class? Well you would be wrong, even we were surprised to find out the Fractal Arc Midi V2 is just Ł74.99. We all think this is very well priced and considering the options available to the end user is awesome. The only problem we could really see was there isn't a white version...?! Congratulations Fractal a well deserved Gold Award."
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