Corsair OBSIDIAN SERIES 450D User Manual

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450D MID-TOWER PC CASE
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Corsair OBSIDIAN SERIES 450D Specifications

General

Brand	Corsair
Model	OBSIDIAN SERIES 450D
Category	Enclosure
Language	English

Summary

Corsair Obsidian 450D Mid-Tower PC Case Introduction

Product Contents and Specifications

Included Components and Accessory Kit Details

Lists the PC case, installation guide, and accessory kit components.

Technical Specifications Overview

Details maximum GPU length and CPU cooler height compatibility.

Component Identification and Features

Front Panel Connectivity and Controls

Identifies USB 3.0, audio, power, and reset connectors on the front panel.

Cooling System Components

Describes front intake fans, rear exhaust fan, and top fan mounts.

Storage Bays and Side Panels

Details windowed side panel, removable HDD cage, and 5.25" drive bays.

Filters and Mounting Points

Identifies PSU mount, dust filters, and rear 2.5" drive mounts.

Case Assembly: Side Panels and Motherboard

Removing the Side Panels

Instructions for removing the case side panels using thumbscrews.

Installing the Motherboard

Guide for installing the motherboard, including I/O shield and securing with screws.

Case Assembly: Power Supply and Expansion Cards

Installing the Power Supply (PSU)

Steps for seating and securing the power supply unit in the case.

Installing PCI-E/PCI Cards

Instructions for installing expansion cards into PCI-E/PCI slots.

Installing 5.25-inch Drives (ODD)

Installing Optical Drives (ODD)

Guide for inserting and securing 5.25-inch optical drives using tool-free bays.

Storage Drive Installation

Installing 3.5-inch HDD and 2.5-inch SSD

Steps to install 3.5" HDDs or 2.5" SSDs into the tool-free HDD tray.

Installing 2.5-inch SSD in Tool-Free Cage

Instructions for installing a 2.5-inch SSD into the expandable tool-free SSD cage.

Dust Filter Maintenance

Removing Front and Bottom Dust Filters

Procedure to remove front and bottom dust filters for cleaning or access.

Connectivity and Wiring

Connecting Case Fan Cables

Guide for connecting case fan cables to motherboard headers.

Installing Front Panel I/O Connectors

Instructions for connecting front panel I/O connectors to motherboard headers.