Two years later, the much anticipated Fortress FT04 has made it to market.
Upon first glance this latest version looks a lot like the FT01 that was released back in 2008.
Yet the real issue is the use of plastic.
Finding plastic on the FT01 and FT02 bodies was near impossible while the FT04 is covered in the stuff.
So is this a big deal and does it spoil the FT04?
This allows for easier access to the 5.25" drive bays as well as the removable dust filter.
Additionally it has allowed Silverstone to install a small I/O panel at the top of the vents.
This panel includes a pair of USB 3.0 ports along with two audio jacks.
Both the right and left doors share the same dimensions and are secured using a pair of thumb screws.
Around the back we have a rather unusual design.
Like in the old days the power supply is mounted in the top of the case.
Finally, underneath the FT04 are four feet which raise the case 20mm off the ground.
The front feet are moulded to copy the design of the front door while the rear feet stand alone.
There are also round screws under the case which fix the internal drive cages into place.
