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1.1 Getting to Know Your Case…………………………………………………………………………………. 3
1.2 Case Specifications……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
1.3 Parts Included…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
1.4 Before You Begin………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
2.1 Locating and Positioning Your Computer……………………………………………………………. 7
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2.4 Removing the Side Panel…………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
2.2 Cable Management…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
2.3 Motherboard Installation……………………………………………………………………………………. 8
2.4 Internal 3.5” Drive Bay Device Installation………………………………………………………….. 9
2.5 External 3.5” Drive Bay Device Installation…..…………………………………………………….. 10
2.6 External 5.25” Drive Bay Device Installation……………………………………………………….. 10
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3.1 USB 2.0 Ports………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
3.2 AC’97 / HD Audio Ports……………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
3.3 Power Switch/Reset Switch/Hard Disk Drive LED Connectors……………………………… 12
3.4 Rewiring Motherboard Header Connections...……………………………………………..…….. 12
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4.1 TriCool™ Fan……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13
4.2 Installing an Additional Fan…………………………………………………………………………………. 14
4.3 Washable Air Filters……………………………………………………………………………………………. 14
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Commonly Asked Questions……………………………………………………………………………….. 15