PC case Zalman S5 Black Midi Tower

The Zalman S5 Black Midi Tower is a compact PC case designed for mainstream desktop builds. Finished in black with a tempered glass side panel, it supports Mini-ITX, Micro ATX and ATX motherboards and provides internal space for multiple storage drives and expansion cards while keeping a relatively small footprint. The chassis comes with a 120 mm front fan and a 120 mm rear fan preinstalled and allows additional front fan installation in 120 mm or 140 mm sizes to improve airflow. With external dimensions of 212 mm (W) × 398 mm (D) × 465 mm (H) and a weight of approximately 5.8 kg, the case balances component capacity with a compact tower profile.

Advantages

The tempered glass side window offers a clear view of internal components and cable routing, while the steel and plastic construction ensures structural rigidity. Preinstalled front and rear 120 mm fans provide immediate airflow out of the box, and support for extra front fans gives flexibility for better cooling performance. Multiple drive bays include two 3.5" bays and six 2.5" bays to accommodate a range of storage configurations. Front panel connectivity includes two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port for common peripheral connections.

Suitable for

• Home and office desktop builds with Mini-ITX, Micro ATX or ATX motherboards
• Compact gaming systems that require tempered glass display of components
• Workstations with multiple 2.5" SSDs or mixed 3.5" HDD and 2.5" SSD storage
• Upgrades where front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity is needed

Key specifications

• Form factor: Midi Tower
• Supported motherboards: Mini-ITX, Micro ATX, ATX
• Preinstalled fans: 1 × 120 mm front, 1 × 120 mm rear
• Support for additional front fans: 120 mm and 140 mm
• Drive bays: 2 × 3.5" bays, 6 × 2.5" bays
• Front I/O: 2 × USB 2.0, 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• Materials: Tempered glass side panel, steel chassis, plastic elements
• Exterior dimensions (W × D × H): 212 × 398 × 465 mm
• Weight: 5.8 kg
• Color: Black

How to use

Install the motherboard compatible with the supported form factors inside the chassis using the supplied standoffs and screws. Mount storage drives into the 3.5" or 2.5" drive bays according to their sizes and connect power and data cables. Fit the power supply unit in the designated position (power supply not included) and route cables through the provided cutouts for tidy cable management. Install expansion cards and cooling solutions within the available internal space, and connect the front panel I/O to the motherboard headers. Ensure the preinstalled 120 mm fans are oriented for correct airflow and add optional front fans if additional cooling is required.

Recommendations

For effective cooling, maintain unobstructed intake and exhaust paths: install additional front fans if you plan to run high-performance components, and use cable routing channels to reduce airflow blockage. Regularly clean dust filters and fans to preserve thermal performance and ensure stable operation.