Pure Base 600 is the fourth chassis from the be quiet! company, completing the logic of dividing the model range of cases into three segments: the top one – Dark Base, the middle range Silent Base and the basic level Pure Base. But this is actually not a budgetary model, because in all respects it is a quality product which embodies the manufacturer’s view on what a simple computer case should be.


Characteristics

Case type: Midi-Tower

Dimensions, mm: 470 (H) x 220 (W) x 505 (D)

Material: ABS plastic, steel (0.8-1 mm)

Weight, kg: 7.4

Color: black

Form factor: ATX

Devices 5.25": 2

3.5" external devices: –

3.5"/2.5" internal” 3/8 devices: (two 2.5" drives fit into the 3.5" basket)

Supported expansion slots: 7

Front fans: 3 x 120/2 x 140 mm (1 x 140 mm installed)

Rear fans: 1 x 120 mm (installed)

Upper fans: 3 x 120/2 x 140 mm (optional)

Interface sockets: 2 x USB 3.0, mic input and headphone output

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All graphics solutions represented in the market can be divided into three main groups: high-end cards that are destined for inveterate gamers and professionals, mainstream products for ordinary needs of average customers, and budgetary items for basic PC needs. Each of the segment is constantly replenishing with new products to satisfy the rising demands of consumers. Graphics solutions from Nvidia are widely represented in all three groups and enjoy popularity due to their advanced facilities. The company's latest adapter GTX 660 Ti doesn't have its own reference model, so each graphics card manufacturer is able to adjust it exactly to the individual model. Hence, Palit released its own card on the basis of Nvidia GTX 660 Ti adapter and codenamed it JetStream.



Integration


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