The chassis for your creative workstation has many important roles to play. It must accommodate high-performance PC components, of course, and top-tier cooling is essential for demanding workflows. Its front-panel I/O should put vital connectivity at your fingertips, and it very likely needs a professional aesthetic that’s well-suited for client-facing scenarios. Already, that’s quite a checklist — and on top of all that, you might also want a model that advances your sustainability goals, too. Today, we’re ready to unveil the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition, a PC case that bolsters the aesthetics and sustainability of the original creator-focused PA602 chassis with elements constructed of durable and eye-catching wood.
A classic material for contemporary luxury
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition seamlessly integrates wooden pieces into three locations. It starts with long handles along the top edge of the chassis, each sturdy enough to hold 30kg. A second wood piece provides an eye-catching backdrop for the front I/O panel. Finally, we use long wood pieces for the ventilated front panel of the chassis.
For this style of case, walnut is a common choice, but we selected ash due to its superior hardness and durability. Through a six-stage process, we create long-lasting and beautiful wood pieces for the chassis. After selecting ideal pieces of lumber, we enhance the material’s durability with a thermowood treatment. Shaping and surface grinding refine each piece to our exact specifications, and a two-step coating process highlights the natural appearance of the wood grain and applies a low-sheen finish.
The wood elements of the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition elevate the case’s sophisticated, professional design. With its minimalist design rooted in clean lines and pleasing symmetry, the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis has an aesthetic that’s never out of place or pulls your focus away from your workflow. Pair this chassis with other ProArt components, including our ProArt motherboards, ProArt LC 420 AIO liquid cooler, and ProArt graphics cards, to construct a creative workstation with a cohesive look.
The aesthetic appeal of wood is just one reason why it’s an increasingly popular material in many design applications. It can also be a sustainable choice, too. The lumber that we use for the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), so you can trust that it was sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Premier out-of-the-box cooling
When you’re deep in your creative flow, you can’t be thrown off by distracting fan noise. And when your PC is working through a lengthy export, you don’t want the process to be slowed down by excessive heat. The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis gives you the best of both worlds — all-out cooling and unobtrusive operation.
The case’s cooling prowess starts up front with an open-grille front panel with wide venting slots. Overall, it offers exceptional porosity to ensure an unimpeded flow of cooling air into the chassis. You’ll find two pre-installed 200mm ProArt fans behind this grille. Since these fans are much larger than standard 120mm or 140mm case fans, they can move a greater volume of air at similar noise levels, giving you an incredible balance of performance and acoustics. These sturdy, large-bladed spinners are 38mm thick, and have a wide 300-1000 RPM range with PWM control so that they can deliver remarkably high airflow while remaining impressively quiet. When you need them to move copious amounts of air, they’ll deliver. They’re rated for airflow up to 190.2 CFM, nearly double what typical 200mm system fans offer. A pre-installed 140mm fan at the rear of the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis helps exhaust heat, and it can spin down entirely for silent operation as temperatures permit.
Inside the chassis, dual air deflectors help send cooling air where it’s needed the most. A lengthy panel along the front edge of motherboard tray gently nudges the airstream over the top edge of your motherboard for reduced turbulence and to ensure great cooling for your CPU and power delivery circuitry. The PSU shroud also features an angled front edge to direct airflow toward your graphics card.
With the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition, you’ll have two choices for the side panel. One version includes a metal side panel that prioritizes cooling efficiency and durability. The second includes sophisticated tempered-glass side panel that puts the inner workings of your PC on display. To supply your GPU with even more cooling air, the tempered-glass side panel features a perforated insert that lets the fans on your graphics card breathe more deeply.
Expanding the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition’s array of case fans is easy thanks to an embedded PWM hub. It supports up to six fans controlled by the motherboard, providing a convenient and efficient way to optimize the cooling performance of your system while simplifying cable management. An easily accessible button on the front I/O panel lets you maximize the airflow of all the fans connected to this controller in one press, and then just as easily switch back to automatic mode.
Hassle-free PC building
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis goes above and beyond to simplify and streamline your PC building process. First, we endowed this PC case with plenty of elbow room, even for large components. This chassis stands ready for fully loaded EATX motherboards. If you prefer a beefy tower cooler for your CPU, you’ll find that the 190mm maximum CPU cooler height provided by the PA602 will let you have your pick from just about any option on the market. Considering liquid cooling instead? The top radiator supports radiators all the way up 420mm for truly high-end cooling.
Today’s content creation apps use the next-gen processing power of graphics cards to accelerate your work. The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition offers more than enough room for even the largest and most powerful graphics cards available. An embedded graphics card holder keeps your graphics straight and level, whether you prefer it in a horizontal or a vertical orientation.
Completed projects, high-resolution assets, and large datasets can all demand a large amount of storage. The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition’s ample interior gives you plenty of options for installing a large number of drives. With support for up to eight 2.5” SSDs, you’ll be able to quickly set up a storage array that’s as large as it is speedy, and the chassis includes four drive bays compatible with 3.5” HDDs, as well.
A clutter-free workspace helps keep you focused and on-task. The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition’s extensive cable management options keep the interior of the chassis clean and tidy as well. With well-placed cutouts and 30mm of cable management space, you’ll be able to keep wires lined up and out of sight. A dedicated 53mm-wide cable routing channel equipped with pre-installed Velcro straps makes it easy. To simplify the process of connecting the front panel I/O to your motherboard, we consolidated key functions into one unified header.
Finally, the ProArt PA602 chassis minimizes the need for tools as you’re building and maintaining your PC. Both side panels release with the press of just one key. The PA602 also marks the debut of our patented and exclusive mechanism for installing PCIe add-in cards, including graphics cards, without the need for a screwdriver.
Everyday conveniences
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis goes beyond simplifying the build process with thoughtful touches that streamline your everyday experience with your PC. Creators often need to connect a wide range of peripherals and external storage devices to their workstations, so we loaded the front panel with USB ports. The list is headlined by a speedy USB 20Gbps Type-C port — pair this case with a compatible motherboard to get the most out of it. Two USB 5Gbps Type-A and two USB 2.0 ports give you plenty of options for connecting other devices.
If an accidental bump of the power button has ever delayed one of your projects, you’ll appreciate the physical latch for the power button on the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition. This simple mechanism keeps the power button from being accidentally depressed.
Detachable dust filters slow down the accumulation of dust inside the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition chassis, but perhaps you’d appreciate a reminder when it’s time to clean your filters. The chassis has a patented system that automatically detects the accumulation of dust, microfibers, and other particles on your front filter. When it’s time for a good cleaning, an LED on the side of the chassis will illuminate.
A ProArt Studiobook laptop is your first choice for a creator PC that travels, but the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition ensures your desktop PC doesn’t have to be completely stationary. Two wheels at the rear of the chassis make it easy for you to hold the PC by the top-mounted wood handles and reposition it.
The ProArt PA602 chassis caters to creators with stunning design, exceptional cooling, and elevated sustainability
The ProArt PA602 Wood Edition is a dream case for creative professionals. Offering ample space for high-end components and a large storage array, it’s more than ready for cutting-edge components, and it delivers the powerful cooling you need to keep your PC operating optimally even during the most demanding workloads. A host of conveniences simplify the build process and streamline daily operation, and this PC case’s sophisticated design makes it an easy addition to any studio, set, or workspace.
For more information on the pricing and availability of the ProArt PA602 Wood Edition in your region, please contact your local ASUS representative.