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"The Chimera’s case may be sheer eye candy, but its gaming performance lives up to the flames...“ -Computer Shopper Editor’s Choice Read full review.
The Chimera is iBuyPower’s first major venture into advanced functional & visual case design. Based on the NZXT Guardian 921 chassis, the Chimera adds a unique flavor with a full-chassis flame paint job. The Chimera Chassis will initially be available from iBuyPower.com in AM3 or X58 configurations, harnessing the latest AMD and Intel platforms.
Chimera Engineering Design
The Chimera’s unique design is fusion of style and function. Chimeras feature an exclusive glossy flame exterior and clear side paneling with available interior lighting for maximum visual appeal. Functionally, the triple-120mm cooling fan setup is designed to remove heat from the hottest components directly from the system to ensure the heat stays the outside of your system. Integrated front-panel thermal readout display let you monitor your system status in real time.

Chimera X58 with Intel Core i7
The X58 edition is based on the latest Intel Core i7 technology, for dominating lifelike game play. Take on highly-threaded games with technology that distributes AI, physics, and rendering across 8 software threads.

Chimera AM3 with AMD Phenom II X4
The AM3 edition integrates the mighty AMD Dragon Gaming Platform for an unstoppable gaming experience. Combine the best of AMD with the Chimera AM3 Edition, integrating the Phenom II, 790X chipset, and the latest ATI Radeon Graphics.

Breakneck Performance
Along with the latest AMD and Intel processing power, the iBuyPower Chimera uses the latest DDR3 memory, allowing you to do more, faster. With up to 12GB DDR3 memory and 64-bit Windows, the Chimera lets you run more of today’s latest games and demanding programs without sacrificing performance when multitasking.

Unparalleled Visual Experience
Take your visual experience to the next level with multi-GPU ATI CrossfireX or nVidia SLI graphics. The Chimera fully supports multiple-GPU processing to make visual stuttering and low frame rates a thing of the past.

Gaming Experience
The Chimera series offers a full range of gaming enhancements: Add the Killer NIC to maximize online gaming performance and cut lag down. Slap on the Creative Labs SoundBlaster X-Fi Sound Card and an advanced Speaker system to maximize the richness of the audio environment. Plug in gaming peripherals with a full selection of gaming peripheral add-ons from premium brands like Razer, SteelSeries, and Logitech.



Chimera Series AM3 Edition Customize AM3 Edition X58 Edition Customize X58 Edition P55 Edition Customize X58 Edition
Killer AM3 Edition Customize AM3 Edition Killer X58 Edition Customize AM3 Edition
Case Guardian Inferno Chassis Guardian Inferno Chassis Guardian Inferno Chassis
Power 600-1200W PSU 600-1200W PSU 600-1200W PSU
Chipset AM3 platform: AMD 790FX/GX Intel X58 Intel P55
CPU AMD AM3+ Phenom II X4 Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 / i7
Cooling System CPU Liquid Cooling available Liquid Cooling available Liquid Cooling available
Chassis Cooling 3x 120mm fans 3x 120mm fans 3x 120mm fans
Video ATI Radeon HD 5000-series CrossfireX Support ATI Radeon 5000 series CrossfireX Support
Nvidia 200 series SLI support
ATI Radeon 5000 series CrossfireX Support
Nvidia 200 series SLI support
Memory Up to 8GB DDR3 Up to 12GB DDR3 Up to 16GB DDR3
HDD 4 internal 3.5” Drive Bays 4 internal 3.5” Drive Bays 4 internal 3.5” Drive Bays
Media

3x External 5.25” drive bays
2x External 3.5” drive bays

3x External 5.25” drive bays
2x External 3.5” drive bays

3x External 5.25” drive bays
2x External 3.5” drive bays

Connectivity Built-in Sound (motherboard-specific)
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Built-in Sound (motherboard-specific)
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Built-in Sound (motherboard-specific)
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Software Microsoft Windows 7 64-Bit Microsoft Windows 7 64-Bit Microsoft Windows 7 64-Bit
Warranty

Standard 3-Yr Limited Warranty + Lifetime Phone Support

Standard 3-Yr Limited Warranty + Lifetime Phone Support

Standard 3-Yr Limited Warranty + Lifetime Phone Support