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product_id: 154732700
title: "SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5\"/3.5\" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black"
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# 8 hot-swap bays for 2.5"/3.5" SAS/SATA drives Front panel & power button lock for secure access 2x 120mm dual ball bearing fans for quiet airflow SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black

**Brand:** silverstone
**Price:** C$51861
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Compact power, secure storage — your server’s sleek new HQ

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black by silverstone
- **How much does it cost?** C$51861 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/154732700-silverstone-technology-cs381b-micro-atx-mini-dtx-mini-itx-8)

## Best For

- silverstone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted silverstone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lock It Down:** Front panel and power button locks prevent accidental shutdowns and unauthorized drive removal
- • **Hot-Swap Ready for Pros:** Easily swap drives without downtime, perfect for NAS, servers, and data centers
- • **Silent Yet Powerful Cooling:** Dual 120mm ball bearing fans ensure efficient, low-noise airflow for your drives and CPU
- • **Maximize Storage, Minimize Space:** Supports up to 8 SAS-12G/SATA-6G drives in a compact Micro-ATX chassis
- • **Versatile Hardware Compatibility:** Fits Micro-ATX motherboards with room for high-end GPUs, RAID cards, and 240mm radiators

## Overview

The SilverStone CS381B is a premium Micro-ATX NAS/server case designed for professionals demanding high-density storage and robust security. It supports up to eight hot-swappable 2.5" or 3.5" SAS-12G/SATA-6G drives, features dual 120mm quiet ball bearing fans, and offers front panel locks to safeguard your data. With compatibility for 240mm radiators and high-end components, it balances compact design with versatile hardware support, making it ideal for home servers, data centers, and workstation builds.

## Description

Case storage series. Support up to eight 3.5” or 2.5” sas-12g/ sata-6g drives with two LED indicators for displaying drive status. For CPU cooling, the CS381 has room to accommodate up to a 240mm radiator for nearly unlimited CPU choices. For extra security, The entire front can be locked to prevent unwanted drive removal and power button can also be locked together to prevent accidental power on/off. Designed to house Micro-ATX motherboard, the CS381 gives users a wide array of hardware options that includes support for 3.5” or 2.5” drive in SATA or SAS format, high-end graphics card, and RAID cards.

Review: Good server/workstation case - I wanted to build a new home server, and needed it to fit in a very limited space. This case fit the bill, but was pretty expensive, so I was hesitant. I need not have worried -- this case is perfect for my needs. A small, dense system with room for plenty of storage, capable of housing a standard micro ATX motherboard and full AM4 CPU. The build quality is "good enough". The included 120mm fans are nice low-noise, high flow units. The chassis is fairly thick sheet metal, but the front palstics are kinda cheap-feeling. For a server that lives in a closet, this is fine. For a desktop people interact with every day, it might be an issue. If you are considering this chassis, give some serious thought to thermal management. The CPU will be beneath the drive cages, so height is very limited. I went with an AIO water cooling system (the SilverStone Tek Slim 240mm), and it seems to be keeping core temperatures under control. As other reviewerss have mentioned, there's very little airflow over the drives, so keep an eye drive temperatures. A chassis like this is inherently a compromise. By putting this much stuff in this small a space, there are necessary trade offs. Given those limitations though, this is about as good a solution as can be found.
Review: A Noob's Review of His First Server Case - Perhaps I should have another couple days to cool down before reviewing this...nah. So let me start off by saying I like this case, even though I was basically pigeonholed into getting it- there really are no other cases suitable for the build I got going on (B450, mATX, 8 drive bays). I like the way it looks, there are some really nice ergonomic features that are going to make daily use a breeze (doored off front panel, lock/key, power button makes me feel powerful, etc). The space inside to work in is spacious despite its compact size, and the rails for mounting fans/coolers/etc are modular, which is sweet. I have no graphics card or fancy cooler in my server, so it was especially easy to build in. Like a dummy, I thought my stock AMD cooler couldn't POSSIBLY not fit- well, it was a good thing I checked before build day, because they sure don't, but that is MY fault, not the product- they say clearly on there what does and does not fit. No problem, I got a beautiful noctua ultra low profile cooler. Blah blah blah, yeah it's really great. EXCEPT! The cable needed to connect the drive bays to your SATA ports. I concede that the manual (on the product description) says the TYPE of connector/cable needed, and that this is perhaps a product for a more sentient being than myself (I'm a monkey that just learned how to hold a screwdriver), however SAS to SATA cables are directional!??! Look, for the price of this case, could it kill them to offer a couple different cables? I understand system builders using this case may not have the same needs across the board, but I think it would be possible to include a couple of the specific cables needed to run the drives on a SATA board. If not, could they have at least had a description of EXACTLY what cables are needed with this case for ever scenario they could think of? I was so close, yall...I rush ordered two mini SAS to 4 SATA cables, only found on Newe- I mean...another site (because COVID makes it impossible to get certain things quick these days) and it turns out I got FORWARD breakout cables and I need REVERSE breakout cables! Of course! I must have missed that in Monkey Screwdriver Holding 101! Okay let me get over myself now. I only docked 1 star, because for the price, I think they could have provided cables. If not that, then detailed descriptions on their product pages. Oh, and also the bottom right drive bay is too tight or something, I can't get my drive in there. Not a problem for now (I'm only populating 4 for now), but I got pretty aggravated trying to shove that back in after the cable madness. Will have to look into this. By now you must be thinking, "how is a monkey able to type full sentences on a computer?" and to that I say- good question, but please try to focus; this is an desertcart review, not an Animal Planet documentary. For all you sentient beings out there, with your sysadmin-whosywhatsits and minecraft servers, this is seriously a great case. Price is a little up there, but that's because they have great drive bays, with solid air flow, power delivery, and (supposedly, though I can't possibly know this yet) good data connectivity. The thing looks great, feels great on my thighs, and I super recommend to those who know what they're doing!

## Features

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## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07W8KC3PY |
| Antenna Location | NAS, Server, Data Center |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,179 in Computer Cases |
| Brand | SilverStone |
| Case Type | Mini-Tower |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Micro ATX devices |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 out of 5 stars 38 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
| Fan Size | 120 Millimeters |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00844761017361 |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
| Internal Bays Quantity | 8 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.44"D x 8.86"W x 15.75"H |
| Item Type Name | CS381 |
| Item Weight | 15.4 Pounds |
| Light Color | black |
| Manufacturer | Silverstone Technology |
| Material | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
| Model Name | SST-CS381B |
| Motherboard Compatability | Micro ATX |
| Number of Fans | 8 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Hot Swap Functionality |
| Power Supply Mounting Type | Front Mount |
| Recommended Uses For Product | NAS, Server, Data Center |
| Supported Motherboard | Micro ATX |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total Usb Ports | 2 |
| UPC | 844761017361 |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Parts and Labor |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SilverStone
- **Case Type:** Mini-Tower
- **Color:** Black
- **Cooling Method:** Air
- **Fan Size:** 120 Millimeters
- **Material:** Alloy Steel, Plastic
- **Model Name:** SST-CS381B
- **Motherboard Compatability:** Micro ATX
- **Power Supply Mounting Type:** Front Mount
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** NAS, Server, Data Center

## Images

![SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71xcuZNfVsL.jpg)
![SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716HxuJKM2L.jpg)
![SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HhW+2a2XL.jpg)
![SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81p-VS2lwXL.jpg)
![SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615nMlpAVWL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Ive never built a server/nas before Ive always bought plug and play nas's what else do I need to buy to make this work?**
A: There's a great site for NAS build infomation: https://www.serverbuilds.net.  It has many examples of inexpensive builds and an active forum for questions.

**Q: What drives do you recommend to use in the hot swap bays?**
A: The hot-swap bays were designed to fit any 3.5" or 2.5" SATA/SAS drives so we don't have any particular recommendations. Your choice should be based on what you'd like to do with the system. So for example, if you are building a NAS that is to be running 24/7, then you should choose drives that were designed for NAS duty. If you were looking to build a rendering or video editing system, then you should definitely choose the fastest drives you can afford.

**Q: What is the max drive size that can be used with sata interface ? I want to use 14Tb drives in this.  Thanks**
A: There are no limit to the drive capacity that you can use with CS381. However, you should double check to make sure your operating system and other hardware such as motherboard or SATA card can support 14TB drives.

**Q: Cs381b micro-atx: from the pictures, it looks like the two rear fans are wired into the chassis. are they removable? i'd rather install noctua fans.**
A: They are. They are standard 120mm fans. They connect directly to your MOBO or fan controller card,

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good server/workstation case
*by P***D on January 10, 2021*

I wanted to build a new home server, and needed it to fit in a very limited space. This case fit the bill, but was pretty expensive, so I was hesitant. I need not have worried -- this case is perfect for my needs. A small, dense system with room for plenty of storage, capable of housing a standard micro ATX motherboard and full AM4 CPU. The build quality is "good enough". The included 120mm fans are nice low-noise, high flow units. The chassis is fairly thick sheet metal, but the front palstics are kinda cheap-feeling. For a server that lives in a closet, this is fine. For a desktop people interact with every day, it might be an issue. If you are considering this chassis, give some serious thought to thermal management. The CPU will be beneath the drive cages, so height is very limited. I went with an AIO water cooling system (the SilverStone Tek Slim 240mm), and it seems to be keeping core temperatures under control. As other reviewerss have mentioned, there's very little airflow over the drives, so keep an eye drive temperatures. A chassis like this is inherently a compromise. By putting this much stuff in this small a space, there are necessary trade offs. Given those limitations though, this is about as good a solution as can be found.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Noob's Review of His First Server Case
*by C***N on June 20, 2020*

Perhaps I should have another couple days to cool down before reviewing this...nah. So let me start off by saying I like this case, even though I was basically pigeonholed into getting it- there really are no other cases suitable for the build I got going on (B450, mATX, 8 drive bays). I like the way it looks, there are some really nice ergonomic features that are going to make daily use a breeze (doored off front panel, lock/key, power button makes me feel powerful, etc). The space inside to work in is spacious despite its compact size, and the rails for mounting fans/coolers/etc are modular, which is sweet. I have no graphics card or fancy cooler in my server, so it was especially easy to build in. Like a dummy, I thought my stock AMD cooler couldn't POSSIBLY not fit- well, it was a good thing I checked before build day, because they sure don't, but that is MY fault, not the product- they say clearly on there what does and does not fit. No problem, I got a beautiful noctua ultra low profile cooler. Blah blah blah, yeah it's really great. EXCEPT! The cable needed to connect the drive bays to your SATA ports. I concede that the manual (on the product description) says the TYPE of connector/cable needed, and that this is perhaps a product for a more sentient being than myself (I'm a monkey that just learned how to hold a screwdriver), however SAS to SATA cables are directional!??! Look, for the price of this case, could it kill them to offer a couple different cables? I understand system builders using this case may not have the same needs across the board, but I think it would be possible to include a couple of the specific cables needed to run the drives on a SATA board. If not, could they have at least had a description of EXACTLY what cables are needed with this case for ever scenario they could think of? I was so close, yall...I rush ordered two mini SAS to 4 SATA cables, only found on Newe- I mean...another site (because COVID makes it impossible to get certain things quick these days) and it turns out I got FORWARD breakout cables and I need REVERSE breakout cables! Of course! I must have missed that in Monkey Screwdriver Holding 101! Okay let me get over myself now. I only docked 1 star, because for the price, I think they could have provided cables. If not that, then detailed descriptions on their product pages. Oh, and also the bottom right drive bay is too tight or something, I can't get my drive in there. Not a problem for now (I'm only populating 4 for now), but I got pretty aggravated trying to shove that back in after the cable madness. Will have to look into this. By now you must be thinking, "how is a monkey able to type full sentences on a computer?" and to that I say- good question, but please try to focus; this is an Amazon review, not an Animal Planet documentary. For all you sentient beings out there, with your sysadmin-whosywhatsits and minecraft servers, this is seriously a great case. Price is a little up there, but that's because they have great drive bays, with solid air flow, power delivery, and (supposedly, though I can't possibly know this yet) good data connectivity. The thing looks great, feels great on my thighs, and I super recommend to those who know what they're doing!

### ⭐⭐⭐ It's not great, but it's still best in it's class
*by A***R on October 17, 2021*

Unfortunately, if you want this case, this is probably your best option. But it has many glaring flaws. Some of the screws aren't properly accessible, forcing you to use a screwdriver at an angle to screw/unscrew them. The overall layout is poorly designed and has a poor path of airflow, which leads to poor cooling performance. The case has no sound dampening to speak of. The front door feels flimsy and the locking mechanism could easily be broken through with the strength of a toddler. The PSU fan filter is mounted magnetically to the bottom of the case. This makes it a real pain to regularly clean when the case is loaded up with drives. For the price, this case should have a much better design and none of the screws should have to be screwed in from an angle because of framing that's in the way. Unfortunately, this is pretty much your only real option if you want a proper SAS backplane that connects via two SAS cables to your HBA. There simply isn't anything better available with the features.

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