Cooler Master Centurion 5: Simplicity Meets Functionality

Motherboard Tray

In the past, we have always emphasized the positive aspects of a removable motherboard tray and why it is such a beneficial feature to have. When we talked about how much simpler it would be for users to replace their motherboard or other hardware when on a removable tray, we were specifically talking about those who constantly replace and update hardware, like the AnandTech team, for example, for testing and reviewing purposes.

Though it does not have any negative aspects, the normal day-to-day end user may not feel the need for a removable tray. The typical end user would usually find little or no benefit in this feature, since their hardware would most likely last them for years before they find a need to upgrade.

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Even though it is not removable, the motherboard tray on the Centurion 5 is designed to accommodate various types of motherboards, including standard and micro ATX for factors. The manufacturer has molded letters into the metal tray to help distinguish which holes are to be utilized for each form factors. Using screw-in stand-offs, motherboards can be secured to the tray using traditional screws.