Fractal Design Meshify 2 XL Black Light Tempered Glass Full-Tower Case – Supports E-ATX / SSI-EEB Motherboards, 480mm Radiators, Spacious Storage Layout

The Fractal Design Meshify 2 XL Black Light Tempered Glass (FD-C-MES2X-02) is a premium full-tower PC case built for maximum expandability, superior airflow, and high-end aesthetics. It’s engineered to support the most ambitious system builds with advanced cooling options and a dual-layout chassis that adapts to both performance and storage needs. Whether you're planning a high-performance gaming rig, an extensive water-cooling loop, or a workstation with abundant drive capacity, the Meshify 2 XL Black Light is designed to deliver.

Design & Aesthetic
Meshify 2 XL Black Light blends Fractal’s signature angular mesh front panel with a light-tinted tempered glass side window, providing a balance between a stealthy exterior and stylish interior visibility. The steel chassis ensures rigidity, while the tempered glass panel lets you showcase your internal components without compromising airflow. The front mesh design filters air while allowing significant intake, minimizing restrictions for fan or radiator setups.

Motherboard & Component Compatibility
One of the strongest features of this case is support for an extensive range of motherboard sizes: E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, SSI-CEB, and SSI-EEB. In the open layout mode, GPU length support reaches up to 549 mm, giving you room even for the largest modern graphics cards. In the storage layout (when HDD cages are installed), GPU length is limited to ~340 mm. CPU cooler height clearance is 185 mm, which covers almost all large air coolers. Power supply length is acceptable up to 250 mm even with HDD cages installed.

Cooling & Liquid Cooling Support
The Meshify 2 XL Black Light is built to handle serious cooling demands. Radiator support includes up to 480/420 mm radiators in the front and top, making it ideal for custom water-cooling loops or large AIO coolers. The bottom supports radiators up to 280/240 mm, and rear supports 120 mm. For fans, up to 11 × 120 mm or 9 × 140 mm mounts are available across front, top, bottom, and rear. The case comes with three Dynamic X2 GP-14 140 mm fans pre-installed (two up front and one rear) to balance airflow out of the box.

Storage & Expansion
If your build requires a lot of storage, this case has you covered. It includes 6 universal 3.5″/2.5″ drive bays, with options to expand up to 18 HDD/SSD positions using multibrackets plus two extra dedicated 2.5″ mounts (5 positions total). There are 9 horizontal + 3 vertical expansion slots, allowing for multiple graphics cards or vertical GPU mounting options. Cable routing is simplified by 30 mm of behind‐motherboard space, cable grommets, fixed Velcro straps, and a PSU cable shield to keep the build clean and airflow unobstructed.

Cable Management & Accessibility
The chassis provides excellent accessibility for component installation and maintenance. The side, front, and top panels are tool-less and feature latch mechanisms; the top is fully removable for building or routing. Dust filters are included on the front, top, and bottom panels. The left glass panel is attached without screws in some versions (“bolt-free”) making removal easier. Cable guides and grommets help organize wiring, keeping airflow clear and the interior tidy.

Dimensions & Weight
The Meshify 2 XL is a large, heavy case: case dimensions are 600 × 240 × 566 mm (L × W × H), with net weight about 14.1 kg. The outer package is heavier (gross weight ~16.4 kg). This mass supports stability and structural integrity, especially under full component load. The internal width dimensions allow for dual layout modes; without feet or protrusions the dimensions shrink slightly (~588 × 240 × 547 mm) in certain angles.

Who This Case is For
This case is ideal for builders who want flexibility, space, and performance. If you're installing multiple large radiators, want space for vertical GPUs, need a high number of storage drives, or simply want excellent airflow in a large build, this is a top choice. For smaller, simpler builds it might be overkill in size and weight.

Use Case Example

• A gamer with a flagship GPU, custom liquid cooling loop using 480 mm radiators up front and on top, with multiple SSDs and HDDs for both games and media.

• A content creator or workstation with dual GPUs, extensive storage, and large air coolers.

• A modded build with visually aesthetic components visible through glass, benefiting from the light tint glass for showcase.

Considerations
Due to its size and weight, you’ll need enough space on your desk or floor, and possibly help to move or mount it. Thermal performance can rise if filters are not cleaned regularly, since airflow relies heavily on the front mesh. Also, in storage layout, some component dimensions like GPU length are reduced, so plan accordingly.

Summary
Fractal Design Meshify 2 XL Black Light TG is a full-tower case built for ambitious builds. With extensive radiator and fan support, vast storage options, broad motherboard compatibility, and excellent airflow, it matches high performance needs. It’s a case that scales—from extremely demanding gaming to server/workstation setups—and does so with a quality build and strong design aesthetics.