MSI MAG Forge M100R Midi Tower Black, Transparent

The MSI MAG FORGE M100R Midi Tower in black with a transparent side panel is a compact PC case designed for efficient cooling and flexible hardware installation. It ships with three 120 mm front fans and one rear fan, supports Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX motherboards, and accepts both 2.5" and 3.5" drives. The case features a mesh front panel for improved airflow, a tempered glass side window, and a bottom-mounted power supply layout.

Advantages

The mesh front panel and optimized internal layout enable effective air intake and system heat dissipation. Pre-installed fans provide out-of-the-box airflow, while support for up to six fans allows further cooling upgrades. A magnetic dust filter on the top vents simplifies maintenance. Tempered glass side panel offers visibility of internal components and ARGB lighting control compatibility for a customizable look.

Suitable for

• Compact gaming or productivity builds using Mini-ITX or Micro-ATX motherboards
• Systems requiring multiple 2.5" and 3.5" storage drives
• Builders who want ready airflow with room for additional fans

Key specifications

• Form factor: Midi Tower
• Supported motherboards: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX
• Pre-installed fans: 3 × 120 mm (front), 1 × 120 mm (rear)
• Maximum fan mounts: up to 6 fans
• Drive bays: 2 × 3.5", 2 × 2.5"
• Side panel: Tempered glass
• Front panel: Mesh
• Ports: 2 × USB 2.0, 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• Power supply: bottom-mounted, not included
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 388 × 200 × 423 mm
• Weight: 4.14 kg

How to use

Install a compatible Mini-ITX or Micro-ATX motherboard on the standoffs, mount storage drives into the 2.5" or 3.5" bays, position the power supply in the bottom compartment, and connect front-panel I/O and pre-installed fans to the motherboard headers. Route cables to maintain unobstructed airflow through the mesh front panel and the case interior. If your build uses ARGB components, connect lighting to the appropriate ARGB header for centralized control.

Recommendations

Place the case in a location with at least a few centimeters of clearance around the front and top vents to ensure optimal airflow; regularly remove and clean the magnetic dust filter to maintain cooling performance.