Server Silverstone CS382 Black Micro ATX Mini-ITX Mini-DTX

The Silverstone CS382 Black Micro ATX Mini-ITX Mini-DTX is a compact 8-bay NAS/server chassis designed for small-form-factor server builds. It supports Micro-ATX, Mini-DTX and Mini-ITX motherboards and accepts ATX and PS2 form factor power supplies. The chassis provides eight hot-swappable drive trays that can accommodate 2.5" or 3.5" SAS-12G or SATA-6G drives, includes two LED indicators per drive bay for status monitoring, and comes with SAS cables for storage connectivity. Physical dimensions are 217mm (W) × 451mm (D) × 405mm (H), and the case includes a 120mm rear fan with support for top fan or radiator installations in 120mm or 140mm diameters and 240mm or 280mm liquid cooling radiators.

Advantages

The CS382 combines a small footprint with multi-bay storage capability, allowing high-density drive deployment in a space-efficient chassis. Hot-swappable trays and drive status LEDs simplify maintenance and drive replacement without system downtime. Compatibility with both SAS-12G and SATA-6G drives and inclusion of SAS cables ensures flexible integration into existing storage setups. The front-panel lock provides a basic physical security measure for installed drives, while support for 240mm or 280mm radiators and a 120mm rear fan enables effective thermal management in storage-optimized environments.

Suitable for

• Home or small office NAS and file server builds
• Backup and archival storage systems requiring hot-swappable drives
• Compact rackless server deployments where space is limited
• Systems requiring mixed SAS and SATA drive configurations

Key specifications

• Drive capacity: up to eight 2.5" or 3.5" drives (SAS-12G / SATA-6G)
• Form factor support: Micro-ATX, Mini-DTX, Mini-ITX motherboards
• Power supply compatibility: ATX and PS2 power supplies
• Cooling: 120mm rear fan included; supports top fans 120mm/140mm and radiators 240mm/280mm
• Front-panel security: individual lock on front door
• Drive indicators: two LEDs per drive bay for status display
• External dimensions: 217mm (W) × 451mm (D) × 405mm (H)

How to use

Install a compatible Micro-ATX, Mini-DTX or Mini-ITX motherboard and choose an ATX or PS2 power supply that fits the chassis. Mount drives into the hot-swappable trays and insert them into the front bays; connect drives using the supplied SAS cables to the host controller or RAID card. Use the drive status LEDs to verify drive health and activity. If additional cooling is required, install 120mm or 140mm fans at the top or fit a 240mm/280mm radiator for liquid cooling. Lock the front panel door to restrict physical access to the drives when the system is unattended.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, use enterprise-grade SAS or SATA drives matched to your RAID/controller requirements, ensure proper airflow by maintaining clear intake and exhaust paths, and verify compatibility of long expansion cards or high-profile components with the supported motherboard and drive layout. Regularly monitor drive status LEDs and perform scheduled backups before performing hot-swap operations.