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HDPlex H5 - User Manual

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nd
Gen H5 Fanless HTPC Chassis
Installation Guide
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Summary

Package Contents

H5 Chassis Components

Lists the main chassis parts like top, base, side, and back plates.

H5 Faceplate Components

Details the faceplate, lock system, and power button assembly.

H5 CPU Heat Sink System Components

Lists aluminum plates, copper baseplate, heat pipes, and thermal paste.

H5 Accessories

Includes racks, cables, drivers, and adapter plates for peripherals.

Installation Hardware

Screw Identification - Black Hex and Flat Head

Identifies and illustrates M3*5, M5*8, and M4*8 black screws.

Screw Identification - Nylon, HDD, and Posts

Details nylon screws, HDD mounting screws, and copper posts for various mounts.

Screw Identification - Optical Drive and Silver Flat Head

Lists screws for slim optical drives and silver flat head screws.

Fasteners and Motherboard Standoffs

Covers self-tightening nuts and 7mm copper posts for motherboard installation.

Base Plate Installation

Install Rubber Feet

Attaches rubber feet to the bottom of the base plate using specific screws.

Install Motherboard Standoffs

Installs 7mm copper posts onto the base plate for motherboard placement.

Secure Motherboard Standoffs

Secures the copper posts with self-tightening nuts on the base plate's underside.

Attach Left Side Panel

Secures the left side panel to the H5 base plate using screws.

Install Faceplate Hinge System

Attaches the faceplate's hinge mechanism to the left side panel.

CPU Heat Sink System Installation

CPU Heat Sink Kit Contents

Lists all components included in the CPU heat sink installation kit.

Assemble CPU Cooler Base

Installs CPU bottom racks and plastic screw holders onto the heatsink base.

Mount CPU Cooler to Motherboard

Attaches the assembled CPU cooler base to the motherboard using screws.

Install Heat Pipes

Guides the installation of eight copper heat pipes into their designated slots.

Secure Heat Pipe Assembly

Attaches aluminum plates to secure the heat pipes to the side panel.

Install Aluminum Top Plate

Installs the aluminum top plate onto the heat pipes using screws.

Power Supply Installation

Install DC Power Units

Installs 160W AC-DC and 250W DC-ATX units into the chassis.

Mount PSU Rack and PSU

Attaches the PSU to its rack and then to the chassis base plate.

HDD and Optical Drive Installation

Install HDDs to Rack

Secures 3.5" and 2.5" HDDs to the drive racks using specified screws.

Install Drive Racks with Standoffs

Uses copper posts (50mm, 40mm) to mount HDD racks and optical drive racks.

Install Slim Optical Drive

Secures the slim optical drive to its rack and then to the chassis.

Back Plate and Expansion Card Installation

Install Expansion Cards and Back Plate Adapters

Installs half-height PCIe cards and power adapter plates before the main back plate.

Install DC Adapter and ATX Bridge Board

Installs DC adapter plates and the ATX modular bridge input board.

Attach I;O Shield and Secure Components

Attaches the motherboard I/O shield and locks half-height cards.

GPU Heat Sink System Installation

GPU Heat Sink Kit and Preparation

Lists GPU heat sink parts and advises on initial testing and preparation.

Install GPU Heat Sink Components

Attaches the copper plate to the GPU and installs the PCIEx16 riser card.

Mount GPU to Chassis

Installs the video card to the H5 back plate using the bracket.

Install GPU Heat Pipes and Covers

Attaches heat pipes and aluminum plates to the GPU heat sink assembly.

Apply Thermal Pad and Heat Sinks

Applies thermal pads to MOSFETs and inductors, then installs heat sink blocks.

Faceplate Installation

Install Faceplate Components

Installs copper posts and the PCB onto the backside of the H5 faceplate.

Connect Internal Cables

Connects PWR and USB pins to the motherboard and installs the power button assembly.

Install Lock System and Hinges

Installs the copper lock system receiver, hinge pieces, and tests the mechanism.

Final Checks and Top Plate Installation

System Testing and Top Plate Attachment

Tests the PC's connectivity and function, then installs the top plate.

HDPlex H5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHDPlex
ModelH5
CategoryComputer Accessories
LanguageEnglish