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Article number: BGW58

DARK BASE 701

Black
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DARK BASE 701

Black

Maximum airflow and usability

Dark Base 701 Black makes no compromises in performance and is designed for easy handling with its outstanding usability. Subtle ARGB illumination perfectly rounds up this high-end case.

  • Open mesh design for high airflow and performance
  • 3 pre-installed Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed fans offer maximum performance
  • Fan controller with PWM motherboard sync option
  • PWM and ARGB Hub for up to 8 PWM fans and 2 ARGB components 
  • ARGB lighting with integrated ARGB controller for a stunning look
  • Exceptional usability with easily accessible features 
  • Versatile motherboard tray enables an inverted layout
  • Tempered glass side window allowing a superb view
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Characteristics

MAXIMUM AIRFLOW

Performance all the way

For all who strive for maximum airflow – be it with water-cooled or air-cooled systems – Dark Base 701 Black with its extremely air-permeable front and top cover is the right choice.

SILENT WINGS 4 PWM HIGH-SPEED FANS

3 pre-installed fans for maximum cooling

Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed makes no compromise between maximum performance and virtually inaudible operation. Its extraordinary air pressure significantly increases the cooling performance of
Dark Base 701 Black.

USABILITY AT ALL LEVELS

Versatility for everyone

Dark Base 701 Black is designed for users of all experience levels. The case features a bracket on the top and front for a convenient installation of fans and radiators. Drives can be installed tool-less with just a few steps. Both PC building veterans and first-time builders will appreciate the time-saving inversion of the system, while admirers of a neat interior will embrace the smart cable routing options. Enjoyers of vertical graphics card installation can use one of the vertical PCI slots with an optional riser cable.

MADE FOR CUSTOM LOOPS

Your water-cooling playground

Dark Base 701 Black sets almost no limits to your creativity. With its huge dimensions and radiator compatibility up to 360mm, you can consider Dark Base 701 Black your playground – and home for your individual custom water-cooling loop.

CONVENIENT CONNECTIVITY

Hubs for fans and ARGB devices

Dark Base 701 Black features a combined PWM and ARGB hub for up to 8 PWM fans and 2 additional ARGB devices. This PCB is located behind the motherboard tray and connects to the front I/O panel’s fan and ARGB controllers. The pre-installed fans are connected to the fan hub by default, so you have the case’s cooling setup under your control without having to rewire any cables.

TIMELESS DESIGN WITH ARGB ILLUMINATION

A case that comes to stay

Dark Base 701 Black can be recognized as a be quiet! high-end case at first glance. Its bulky design sets a statement in each gaming room and makes clear: Dark Base 701 Black is here to stay. ARGB LEDs at the front panel offer multiple colors and modes to individualize the look of the case. You can optionally synchronize lighting with your motherboard or an ARGB controller.

TEMPERED GLASS WINDOW

A perfect view inside your PC

The high-quality, fully windowed side panel offers a perfect view of the components inside your PC case. The window is made of tinted and tempered glass with black painted side bars.

"The iconic, beefy design of Dark Base 701 upgrades your gaming room instantly. As much as I love the cases look: what I actually appreciate most is its incredible performance."

Bryan Lu, Leader of PC Cases

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General data

ModelDark Base 701 Black
Color optionBlack
Motherboard compatibilityE-ATX (30.5 x 27.5cm), ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case size excl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)565 x 249 x 495
Case size incl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)565 x 249 x 523
Volume (l)69.64
PSU form factorATX PS/2
Net weight (kg)12.8
Expansion slots7 + 3

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Pre-installed fans

Fan at top1x Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed
Fan at front1x Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed
Fan at side-
Fan at rear1x Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed
Fan at bottom-
Dimensions (L x W x H), (mm)Front: 140 x 140 x 25 / Rear: 140 x 140 x 25 / Top: 140 x 140 x 25
Fan speed at 100% PWM / 12V (rpm)1900
Airflow at 100% PWM / 12V (CFM / m3/h)78.4 / 133.2
Air Pressure at 100% PWM / 12V (mm H2O)2.36
Noise level at 100% PWM / 12V (dB(A))29.3
Voltage range (V DC)12
Input power (W)4.8
Input current (A)0.4
Connector4-pin PWM
Lifespan (h / 25°C)300,000
Fan controllerPWM and ARGB Hub

Maximum fan installation

Maximum fans8
Top (mm)3x 140 / 3x 120
Front (mm)3x 140 / 3x 120
Side (mm)-
Rear (mm)1x 140 / 1x 120
Bottom (mm)1x 140 / 1x 120
PSU shroud-

Optional radiator installation

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

PSU compatibility

Maximum dimensions excl. bottom fan (mm)250
Maximum dimensions incl. bottom fan (mm)250

Graphics card

HDD cage (in height of graphics card) installed (mm)430
HDD cage (in height of graphics card) removed (mm)430
Maximum PCIe slots with vertical graphics card (pcs.)3

Drive bay capacity

5.25 bays (pcs.)-
3.5 slots (scope of delivery)2
3.5 slots (max.)3
2.5 slots (scope of delivery)3
2.5 slots (max.)5

Cooling

Max.construction height of CPU cooler unit (mm)185
Airflow channelFront / Top / Rear / Bottom

Lighting

LED illumination✓
LEDs (pcs.)48
LED typeARGB - 5V
LEDs synchronizable with controller/motherboard✓

I/O Panel

USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C1
USB 3.2 Type A2
USB 2.0-
HD Audio I/OMic + Audio
Qi charger / Quick Charging Option (W)-

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✓

Scope of delivery

Screw set (Drives/Motherboard)✓
Additional standoffs (pcs.)1 (for E-ATX)
SSD bracket for PSU shroud-
LED strips (pcs.)0
Cable ties (pcs.)9 (Velcro)
Screw box-
VGA holder-
VGA holder for inverted layout-
Mesh Front Panel✓
ODD Bracket-
Fan / Radiator bracket for multi mounting panel-

Removeable dust filters

Top-
Front1
Side-
Bottom1

Material

Top coverSteel
Front panelSteel
Side panelGlass
Side panel windowTempered glass
StandsABS

Safety certification

ApprovalsCE, UKCA

Environmental directives

RoHS✓
Reach✓
WEEE✓
Triman✓

Service

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

Logistics data and RRP

Article numberBGW58
EAN code4260052190654
Dimensions, package (L x W x H), (mm)594 x 343 x 670
Gross weight, package (kg)15.5
Pieces per packaging unit1
RRP (€)229.90

DARK BASE 701 | Black
Article number: BGW58

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Dark Rock Pro 5 Dark Rock Pro 5
Silent Wings 4 Silent Wings 4
HDD Cage 2 HDD Cage 2
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