SilverStone Technology ML03B Milo Series Aluminum/Steel Micro-ATX Media Center/HTPC Case, Black ML03B-x

I decided to repurpose an old system into a HTPC, just needed a case and power supply to fit my needs/wants. The ML03 has been around for a while and could use a couple of updates, but I suppose those can be found in SilverStones other chassis offerings. Lack of front panel USB-C and the front Panel being made of Plastic are dated. Overall I'm happy with how this came out, though if like me, you opt for a SFX PSU, you may find you need to buy a couple cable extensions, specifically the 24 pin Motherboard and 8 pin CPU EPS cables. Oh, and a side note, they give you a "spare" Stand-Off for the motherboard, but mine had the inner threads stripped out, so the mATX board is missing just one secure point.

MATX MB and 12600K, RTX 4060 LP and a full ATX PSU. Grill on top case cover helps with getting air into the CPU cooler. Easy to build in and good finish to the metal parts. Everything fits well and is easy to work with.

I like it because it looks like audio equipment and not a computer .. roomy inside

If you don’t need a graphic card

So much is wrong with this HTPC case! Couldn't mount the HDD on that pedestal, so had to remove 8 screws then play upside down screw in with getting it mounted under the Blu-ray drive. Next came mounting the SSDs, and the USB 3.0 comes way too close after it's unraveled! Fighting with it after the motherboard is installed is a nightmare always to be careful you don't rip the header off the motherboard while adjusting it's positioning! Hardware for the SSDs aren't long enough to even pass through the holes on the pedestal! That pedestal shouldn't been a four leg design to pass cables through instead of one end blocked up! I'm thinking of making my next HTPC case myself! It's price seemed fair , better than what's out there but if I can't find a decent case, it's time to start measuring! Measure thrice, cut once! ;)

I got it because of the slim size and the look similar to an old VCR. There's ample room inside if you take the HDD rack out and go for an M2 Ssd on the motherboard. While not necessary, the large bay on the front is great for a blu-ray drive. There's also room for a low profile gpu. Airflow is ample if you use a large fan at the intake on the side and an outake attached to the on the other side vent.

Nicely designed home theater-sized case. Easy to built in and works with ATX PSUs, not needing expensive SFX.Unfortunately, the "Aluminum/Steel" description is very misleading. You assume that the case has an alumimum front panel, but in fact it is cheap and unattractive plastic.I will keep the case thanks to the great form factor and overall good design, but aesthetically it is a real disappointment, especially for the price. $100 instead of $130 would make a lot more sense.Edit 04/2022 - Finally built inside this case and I really need to mention the HORRENDOUS blue LEDs on the front panel. Please do yourself a favour and do not hook them up. These LEDs are a crime against humanity.