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General| Brand | Apevia |
|---|---|
| Model | X-Cruiser |
| Category | Computer Accessories |
| Language | English |
Locate and remove thumbscrews on the rear right side of the case to begin disassembly.
Grasp the notch on the side panel edge and pull to detach it from the chassis.
Install the power supply unit below the mounting ledges at the bottom interior of the case.
Ensure the PSU is correctly installed and aligned with screw mounts before fastening.
Refer to motherboard hole index for correct standoff placement based on form factor (ATX, Micro-ATX, etc.).
Fit the I/O shield into the case's rear opening, ensuring holes align with motherboard connectors.
Place standoff screws and align motherboard to mount to the case.
Case accommodates water cooling; punch out marked areas. Thread wires through designated spots.
Remove drive bay covers by pinching tabs, then remove the metal shield behind each cover.
Align 5.25" devices with drive bays and insert. Wiggle to ensure flush fit with the front panel.
Align drive screw holes with bay holes, click latch closed. Use screws for bottom bays.
For hard disk drives, attach mounting rails to both sides of the drive.
Align the hard drive with rails into the drive bay and insert it securely.
A 2.5" hard drive can be installed at the bottom of the case, beneath the 3.5" drive cage.
Fasten the bottom drive in place using screws indicated by red circles.
Carefully remove PCI slot covers by inserting a flat object and pulling at a diagonal angle.
Consult expansion card documentation. Install into the correct slot (x1, x16) on the motherboard.
Once the card is firmly seated, secure it in the appropriate hole with a screw.
Fans have male/female connectors. Connect directly to PSU or daisy-chain them together.
Connect daisy-chained fans to 'OUTPUT' connector. Route 7-wire connector to power supply.
Use front panel knob to regulate airflow and fan noise. Read fan speed from the gauge.
Identify the device temperature probe included with the system.
Place probe on CPU heatsink fins and tape securely. Use thermal tape for best results.
Place probe on the hard-drive's surface for temperature monitoring. Use thermal tape for optimal readings.
Device temperatures can be monitored via the front panel LCD display.
Locate front panel leads (USB, Audio, etc.). Consult motherboard manual for pinout schematics; triangular markings indicate positive wires.
Connect USB 3.0/2.0 and audio connectors to the appropriate motherboard headers.
After audio connection, VU gauge shows sound beat. Adjust sensitivity with the front panel controller knob.
Connecting the fan controller powers all three front panel gauges.
Once all components are installed, gently reattach side panels and replace screws.
Details the pin configuration for USB 3.0 connectors on the X-Cruiser3, including Vbus and data lines.
Provides pin assignments for USB 2.0 connectors, including an adapter for USB 3.0 ports.
Illustrates pin assignments for High Definition Audio connectors, covering port and microphone connections.
Shows pin assignments for AC'97 audio connectors, including line out and microphone pins.
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