BrandFractal Design
SeriesCore 1000
ModelFD-CA-CORE-1000-USB3
Type Micro ATX Mid Tower
ColorBlack
Case MaterialSteel
With Power SupplyNo
Power Supply Mounted Top
Motherboard Compatibility Mini iTX and Micro ATX
Side Panel Window No
External 5.25" Drive Bays2
External 3.5" Drive Bays1
Expansion Slots 4
Front Ports1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, 2 x Audio
Fan OptionsFront: 1 x 120mm fan (pre-installed)

Rear: 1 x 92mm fan

Side: 1 x 120mm fan
Side Air duct Yes
Max GPU Length350 mm
Max CPU Cooler Height148 mm
Max PSU Length185 mm (with optical drive)
Dimensions (H x W x D)14.37" x 6.89" x 16.54" with feet/screws/protrusions


FeaturesSimple yet elegant mesh front panel allowing for increased airflow through the case

Optimized for performance in a compact, micro-ATX form factor with multiple cooling options

NEW: 1 x USB 3.0 with internal connector, 1 x USB 2.0

One Silent Series R2 fan included: 1 x 120mm in front

A total of 3 fan slots (1 x 120mm in front, 1 x 92mm in rear, 1 x 120mm in side panel)

Innovative HDD positioning with mounts the HDD or SSDs vertically on the mounting bracket with anti-vibration silicone grommets

Supports long graphics cards up to 350mm in length

Supports various combinations of drive sets ups: 3 x 2.5" SSD, 2 x 3.5" HDD or 1 x 2.5" SSD + 1 x 3.5" HDD

Dust filter for front fan position