With components made of sturdy and striking wood, ASUS unveiled the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition, a PC case that enhances the sustainability and aesthetics of the original creator-focused ProArt PA602 chassis.
A classic material for contemporary luxury
Wooden components are perfectly incorporated into three spots with the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition. It begins with strong, durable handles that can support 30 kg along the upper edge of the chassis. A second piece of wood gives the front I/O panel a striking background. Lastly, the chassis’s ventilated front panel is made of long pieces of wood.
Because the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition‘s wood is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified, customers can be sure that the wood came from forests that were managed ethically. Compared to woods like walnut, ash is the preferred wood since it is harder and more durable. Once the best lumber has been chosen, a thermowood treatment is applied to increase the material’s longevity. Each piece is refined to precise specifications by shaping and surface grinding, and a two-step coating process adds a low-sheen finish while highlighting the wood grain’s natural appearance.
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition‘s wood components enhance its elegant, polished appearance. The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis has a timeless appeal because to its simple design, which is based on crisp lines and attractive symmetry.
Premier out-of-the-box cooling
When working on lighter loads, the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis offers customers the best of both worlds: unobtrusive operation and maximum cooling when needed.
An open-grille front panel with large venting slots is where the cooling power begins. All things considered, it provides outstanding porosity to guarantee an unhindered flow of cooling air into the chassis. Behind this grille are two 200 mm ProArt fans that are already fitted. These fans provide consumers an amazing mix between performance and acoustics because they are significantly larger than typical 120 mm or 140 mm case fans, allowing them to circulate a larger volume of air at comparable noise levels.
With a wide 300-1000 rpm range and PWM control, these robust, large-bladed spinners with 38 mm thick can produce remarkably high airflow while maintaining an impressively silent operation. They will deliver when users require them to move large volumes of air. The fans have an airflow rating of up to 190.2 cfm, which is almost twice as much as what is normally provided by 200 mm system fans. As temperatures allow, the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis can spin down completely for silent operation, and a 140 mm fan that is already attached at the back aids in heat exhaustion.
Dual air deflectors inside the chassis aid in directing cooling air where it is most required. To guarantee excellent cooling for the CPU and power delivery circuitry and to minimize turbulence, a long panel along the front edge of the motherboard tray gently pushes the airstream over the top edge of the motherboard. Additionally, the PSU shroud’s front edge is angled toward the graphics card to direct airflow.
There are two options for the side panel of the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition. A metal side panel that emphasizes durability and cooling effectiveness is included in one variation. The second features an advanced side panel made of tempered glass that displays a computer’s internal operations. The tempered-glass side panel has a perforated insert that allows the graphics card’s fans to breathe more deeply, providing the GPU with even more cooling air.
An integrated PWM hub makes it simple to increase the number of case fans in the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition. It offers a practical and effective solution to maximize a system’s cooling performance while streamlining cable management by supporting up to six fans that are managed by the motherboard. Users can rapidly return to Automatic mode or boost the airflow of all the fans linked to this controller with a single press of an easily accessible button on the front I/O panel.
Hassle-free PC building
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis goes above and beyond to make the process of creating a PC easier and more efficient. First of all, even for large components, this PC case has plenty of elbow room. The chassis is prepared for EATX motherboards that are fully loaded. The PA602’s 190 mm maximum CPU cooler height allows users to choose from nearly any available option if they want a sturdy tower cooler for their CPU. The top bracket allows radiators up to 420 mm for genuinely high-end cooling for anyone thinking about liquid cooling.
The next-generation processing capability of graphics cards is used by today’s content creation tools to speed up work. There is more than enough space in the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition to accommodate even the biggest and most potent graphics cards. Whether customers prefer a horizontal or vertical configuration, an integrated graphics card holder keeps the graphics card level and straight.
A lot of storage may be needed for completed projects, large databases, and high-resolution graphics. Users have several alternatives for adding a lot of drives with the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition‘s spacious interior. Users will be able to rapidly set up a storage array that is both huge and fast with support for up to eight 2.5-inch SSDs. Four drive bays that are compatible with 3.5-inch HDDs are also included in the chassis.
Lastly, the ProArt PA602 chassis reduces the number of tools required for PC maintenance or construction. A single button is used to release both side panels. Additionally, the patented and ASUS-only Tool-Free Graphics Card Slot Clamp, which installs PCIe add-in devices, including graphics cards, without the use of a screwdriver, makes its debut with the PA602.
Everyday conveniences
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis streamlines the user’s daily PC experience with thoughtful details that go beyond just making the build process simpler. The front panel is packed with USB connections because creators frequently need to connect a variety of peripherals and external storage devices to their workstations. A fast USB 20 Gbps Type-C port is the highlight of the list; to get the most of it, match this case with a motherboard that supports it. With two USB 2.0 ports and two USB 5 Gbps Type-A connectors, consumers have several possibilities for connecting other devices.
Dust buildup inside the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis is slowed down by detachable dust filters. Additionally, the chassis features a proprietary mechanism that automatically recognizes when dust, microfibers, and other particles have accumulated on the front filter. An LED on the chassis’ side will light up when it’s time for a thorough cleaning.
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition caters to creators
For creative professionals, the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition is a dream come true. It is more than ready for cutting-edge components, has enough of room for expensive parts and a sizable storage array, and provides the strong cooling consumers require to maintain optimal performance on their PC even under the most taxing workloads. Its sleek design makes it a smart complement to any studio, set, or workstation, and a number of conveniences ease daily operations and simplify the build process.
