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Article number: BGW23

DARK BASE

700

Outstanding flexibility and silence

The be quiet! Dark Base 700 midi-tower case offers unrivaled flexibility with impeccable cooling and silence features.

  • Motherboard tray and HDD slots with enhanced possibilities for individual requirements
  • Two be quiet! Silent Wings 3 140mm PWM fans
  • 4-step dual-rail fan controller is switchable between Silence and Performance Mode
  • Ready for radiators up to 360mm
  • PSU shroud, ingenious cable routing and HDD slot covers for a neat interior
  • Fully windowed side panel from tinted and tempered glass
  • Exterior RGB LEDs with six switchable colors and motherboard control option
  • Three-year manufacturer’s warranty
  • German product conception, design and quality control

SUPER VERSATILE MOTHERBOARD TRAY

Adapts to your specific needs

The motherboard tray can be installed alongside the left panel in an inverted layout with an amended airflow. It is also removable for use as a bench table.

MODULAR HDD SLOTS

Generous space for your setups

Very flexible installation options thanks to three repositionable single HDD slots. You have seven possibilities for installing the HDDs – two of these hidden behind the PSU shroud. The practical slot covers serve to hide any unused HDD slots and keep the inner workings neat and tidy. This enables you to create systems that are just as individual as you are yourself.

EYE-CATCHING FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE

Multi-mode RGB LEDs and elegant side window

The case is equipped with an elegant, fully windowed side panel that is made of tinted and tempered glass. The eye-catching exterior RGB LED illumination on the front panel comes in six switchable colors and three modes. LED synchronization with your motherboard or RGB controller is also an option.


 

SILENT WINGS 3

Impeccable cooling and silence

The two virtually inaudible Silent Wings 3 140mm PWM fans are equipped with a smooth-running 6-pole motor, durable fluid-dynamic bearing and an airflow-optimized fan blade. The frame has funnel-shaped air inlets that generate high air pressure. When set to Performance Mode the fans are able to achieve an impressive 1,600rpm.

DUAL RAIL FAN CONTROLLER

Creating separate cooling zones

The six PWM fan connectors are divided over two rails, and each is switchable between Silence and Performance Mode. This makes it possible to create two cooling zones that can be controlled by just the front panel switch. If you want all fans to run at the same speed, you can switch both channels to the same mode.

INGENIOUS COOLING CONCEPT

Optimized for overclocked and water-cooled PCs

The Dark Base 700 creates an effective airflow with noise dampened vents that may be boosted by up to seven additional fans. There are also three areas provided for water coolers up to 360mm. A clever feature is the detachable top bracket on which you can install radiators and fans before mounting them as a complete unit into the case.

VERY FUNCTIONAL PSU SHROUD

Offering unexpected possibilities

The PSU shroud offers you a variety of solutions – not just for hiding the PSU and to keep the system neat and tidy. The cover plates are separately detachable, making it possible to install fans at the bottom of the case or the top of the PSU shroud and leave enough space for a radiator in the front.

SMART I/O PORT

State-of-the-art technology for your system

The front I/O port provides you with some convenient features for your high-end PC. A connector of USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C is supported. The dual rail PWM fan controller is controlled by the slider control on the front panel, with four possible settings to determine the speed of your fans. It can be set to PWM hub or operate in a manual 3-step mode. There is also a switch on the front panel to control the exterior LEDs.

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General data

ModelDark Base 700
PSU form factorATX PS/2
Motherboard compatibilityE-ATX (30.5 x 27.5cm) / ATX / M-ATX / Mini-ITX
Installation of motherboards with backplate
Case size excl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)-
Case size incl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)544 x 241 x 519
Dimensions side panel window (L x W), (mm)510 x 470
Weight (kg)13.25
Color optionBlack
USB 2.0-
USB 3.2 Gen. 12
USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C1
HD Audio I/OMic + Audio
Expansion slots7 + 2
Fan mounting locations9
Qi charger / Quick Charging Option-

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Material

Top coverAluminum
Side panelSteel
Side panel window4mm tempered glass
Front panelABS / Aluminum
StandsABS

Drive bay capacity

5.25 bays-
3.5 slots (max.)7
3.5 slots (scope of delivery)3
2.5 slots (max.)17
2.5 slots (scope of delivery)9

Pre-installed fans

Fan @ top-
Fan @ front1x Silent Wings 3 140mm PWM high-speed
Fan @ rear1x Silent Wings 3 140mm PWM high-speed
Dimensions (L x W x H), (mm)Front: 140 x 140 x 25 / Rear: 140 x 140 x 25
Fan speed @ 100% PWM / 12V (rpm)1600
Noise level @ 100% PWM / 12V (dB(A))28.1
Airflow @ 100% PWM / 12V (CFM / m3/h)77.57 / 131.79
Air Pressure @ 100% PWM / 12V (mm H2O)2.16
Voltage range (V DC)12
Input power (W)1.68
Input current (A)0.5
Connector4-pin
Lifespan (h / 25°C)300,000
Fan controllerDual rail 4-step fan controller (6x 4-pin) / PWM hub

Maximum fan installation

Front (mm)3x 140 / 3x120
Top (mm)3x 120 / 3x 140
Bottom (mm)1x 120 / 1x 140
Side panel (mm)-
PSU shroud1x 120 / 1x 140

Optional radiator installation

Front (mm)120 / 140 / 240 / 280 / 360
Top (mm)120 / 240 / 360
Bottom (mm)-
Rear (mm)120 / 140

Cooling

Max.construction height of CPU cooler unit (mm)180
Airflow channelFront / Top / Rear / Bottom

Lighting

RGB LED illuminationExternal
LEDs synchronizable with RGB controller/motherboard
Expandable RGB controller

PSU compatibility

Maximum dimensions excl. bottom fan (mm)285
Maximum dimensions incl. bottom fan (mm)240

Graphics card

HDD cage (in height of graphics card) installed (mm)286
HDD cage (in height of graphics card) removed (mm)430

Insulation and damping

Top panel insulation mats
Front panel insulation mats
Side panel insulation mats
Anti-vibration decoupled HDD
Anti-vibration decoupled fan
Anti-vibration decoupled PSU
Anti-vibration decoupled motherboard-tray

Removeable dust filters

Front1
Bottom1
Side panel-

Accessories

Screw set (Drives/Motherboard)
Rubber rail (pcs.)-
Standoff (pcs.)-
LCS bracket (pcs).-
HDD slot cover (pcs.)5
Upper fan bracket (pcs.)-
HDD panel rubber grommet (pcs.)-
SSD bracket for PSU shroud-
LED strips (pcs.)-
Cable ties (pcs.)6 (Velcro)

Service

Warranty (Years)3
International hotline / free of charge✓ / DE, FR

Logistics data, RRP

Article numberBGW23
EAN code4260052185742
CertificationsCE / RoHS
Dimensions, package (L x W x H), (mm)580 x 325 x 640
Gross weight, package (kg)14.37
Pieces per packaging unit1
RRP (€)209.90

DARK BASE | 700
Article number: BGW23

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