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Model Color Finish (interior) Color Finish (exterior) Window Unit Dimensions Net Weight Packages Unit UPC P280 Black Black No 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm (H) x 231 mm (W) x 562 mm (D) 22.3 lbs / 10.2 kg Color 0-761345-82000-4 P280 Window Black Black Yes 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm (H) x 231 mm (W) x 562 mm (D) 22.3 lbs / 10.2 kg Brown 0-761345-82002-8 P280 White White White No 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm...
Model Color Finish (interior) Color Finish (exterior) Window Unit Dimensions Net Weight Packages Unit UPC P280 Black Black No 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm (H) x 231 mm (W) x 562 mm (D) 22.3 lbs / 10.2 kg Color 0-761345-82000-4 P280 Window Black Black Yes 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm (H) x 231 mm (W) x 562 mm (D) 22.3 lbs / 10.2 kg Brown 0-761345-82002-8 P280 White White White No 20.7" (H) x 9.1" (W) x 22.1" (D) 526 mm...
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... in this manual due to improvements applied for builds to grommet-lined cable routing holes with convenient tool-less optical drive bays, easy-access front & bottom PSU intake air filters, two front panel USB 3.0 ports and an affordable price, you get an elite enclosure that is intended only as a guide for the latest ATX specification compliance, broad compatibility, and power savings...
... in this manual due to improvements applied for builds to grommet-lined cable routing holes with convenient tool-less optical drive bays, easy-access front & bottom PSU intake air filters, two front panel USB 3.0 ports and an affordable price, you get an elite enclosure that is intended only as a guide for the latest ATX specification compliance, broad compatibility, and power savings...
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... Hardware Installation 2.1 Setting Up ...10 2.2 Motherboard Installation 10 2.3 Installing KUHLER H2O Liquid Coolers 11 2.4 Power Supply Installation 12 2.5 External 5.25" Device Installation 13 2.6 Internal 2.5" Device Installation 14 2.7 Internal 3.5" / 2.5" Device Installation 14 2.8 Cable Management 15 Section 3: Front I/O Ports 3.1 USB 2.0 ...17 3.2 USB 3.0 ...17 3.3 AC'97 / HD Audio Ports 18 3.4 Power Switch / Reset Switch / Hard Disk Drive LED Connectors 18 3.5 Rewiring Motherboard Header Connections 19 Section 4: Cooling System 4.1 Included Fans ...21 4.2 Optional Fans ...21...
... Hardware Installation 2.1 Setting Up ...10 2.2 Motherboard Installation 10 2.3 Installing KUHLER H2O Liquid Coolers 11 2.4 Power Supply Installation 12 2.5 External 5.25" Device Installation 13 2.6 Internal 2.5" Device Installation 14 2.7 Internal 3.5" / 2.5" Device Installation 14 2.8 Cable Management 15 Section 3: Front I/O Ports 3.1 USB 2.0 ...17 3.2 USB 3.0 ...17 3.3 AC'97 / HD Audio Ports 18 3.4 Power Switch / Reset Switch / Hard Disk Drive LED Connectors 18 3.5 Rewiring Motherboard Header Connections 19 Section 4: Cooling System 4.1 Included Fans ...21 4.2 Optional Fans ...21...
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Power supply mount / PSU intake filter 12. CPU cutout 9. Front Ports (USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Audio I/O) 6 Cable routing holes 10. Motherboard mount: XL-ATX, Standard ATX, microATX or Mini-ITX 11. 1. 3 x 5.25" tool-less drive bays 2. 2 x 2.5" drive trays (dedicated) 3. 6 x 3.5" / 2.5" drive trays 4. 2 x 120 mm top TwoCool™ exhaust fans 5. 1 x 120 mm rear TwoCool™ exhaust fan 6. 2 x 120 mm internal intake fans (optional) 2 x 120 mm front intake fans (optional) 7. 9 expansion slots 8.
Power supply mount / PSU intake filter 12. CPU cutout 9. Front Ports (USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Audio I/O) 6 Cable routing holes 10. Motherboard mount: XL-ATX, Standard ATX, microATX or Mini-ITX 11. 1. 3 x 5.25" tool-less drive bays 2. 2 x 2.5" drive trays (dedicated) 3. 6 x 3.5" / 2.5" drive trays 4. 2 x 120 mm top TwoCool™ exhaust fans 5. 1 x 120 mm rear TwoCool™ exhaust fan 6. 2 x 120 mm internal intake fans (optional) 2 x 120 mm front intake fans (optional) 7. 9 expansion slots 8.
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... motherboard connector - 2 x USB 2.0 - Not pictured: zip ties for cable management (6) 7 Motherboard standoff (4 included, 6 preinstalled) C. Optional 5.25" screw / dedicated 2.5" drive bay screw (6) E. 3.5" tray-mount screw (25) F. 2.5" tray-mount screw (8) G. Power and Reset buttons located on top panel of chassis An inventory of all screws and intended usage and quantity is provided here: A. Power supply screw (4) B. Front fan screw (4) H.
... motherboard connector - 2 x USB 2.0 - Not pictured: zip ties for cable management (6) 7 Motherboard standoff (4 included, 6 preinstalled) C. Optional 5.25" screw / dedicated 2.5" drive bay screw (6) E. 3.5" tray-mount screw (25) F. 2.5" tray-mount screw (8) G. Power and Reset buttons located on top panel of chassis An inventory of all screws and intended usage and quantity is provided here: A. Power supply screw (4) B. Front fan screw (4) H.
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... blades as a connector or screw on your motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting. Hold a component such as paint chipping or injury may result in damage to screw threads or even injury. Make sure your build environment is clean, well-lit, and free of dust. Antec chassis feature rounded edges that both connectors are...
... blades as a connector or screw on your motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting. Hold a component such as paint chipping or injury may result in damage to screw threads or even injury. Make sure your build environment is clean, well-lit, and free of dust. Antec chassis feature rounded edges that both connectors are...
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... remember where they are steps you must do before installing the motherboard. CAUTION: Do not use your fingernails...Make sure you have the correct I/O panel. 10 Remove the panel by the end of the panel at the top & bottom and swinging the panel outward. Make...at the top & bottom and swing the panel outward. Before proceeding: Check the manual for the correct I/O panel. If the panel provided with the chassis isn't ...Put the case upright on a flat, stable surface so that the rear panel (power supply and expansion slots) is facing you have the correct I/O panel for your CPU...
... remember where they are steps you must do before installing the motherboard. CAUTION: Do not use your fingernails...Make sure you have the correct I/O panel. 10 Remove the panel by the end of the panel at the top & bottom and swinging the panel outward. Make...at the top & bottom and swing the panel outward. Before proceeding: Check the manual for the correct I/O panel. If the panel provided with the chassis isn't ...Put the case upright on a flat, stable surface so that the rear panel (power supply and expansion slots) is facing you have the correct I/O panel for your CPU...
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...and put the motherboard in. They may electrify your chassis exterior if left connected. 3. CAUTION Make sure to secure your motherboard into contact with six preinstalled motherboard standoffs. These are lined up 2. Install the motherboard standoffs by aligning the motherboard with the standoff holes on the motherboard...Screw your motherboard into the standoffs. 10 Use the provided motherboard mounting screws to remove any unused motherboard standoffs. The P280 comes with the back of the motherboard and may come into the standoffs with the provided motherboard mounting screws.
...and put the motherboard in. They may electrify your chassis exterior if left connected. 3. CAUTION Make sure to secure your motherboard into contact with six preinstalled motherboard standoffs. These are lined up 2. Install the motherboard standoffs by aligning the motherboard with the standoff holes on the motherboard...Screw your motherboard into the standoffs. 10 Use the provided motherboard mounting screws to remove any unused motherboard standoffs. The P280 comes with the back of the motherboard and may come into the standoffs with the provided motherboard mounting screws.
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... contact Antec customer support (information listed at end of manual). **Be sure to remove it. Disconnect the 3-pin power connector. 11 Unscrew the rear fan to install the KUHLER H2O with the end of the tubes positioned at the bottom of the chassis while supporting the fan with your other CPU coolers, please consult your motherboard's CPU socket to install the Antec KUHLER...
... contact Antec customer support (information listed at end of manual). **Be sure to remove it. Disconnect the 3-pin power connector. 11 Unscrew the rear fan to install the KUHLER H2O with the end of the tubes positioned at the bottom of the chassis while supporting the fan with your other CPU coolers, please consult your motherboard's CPU socket to install the Antec KUHLER...
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... to your CPU socket. Please refer to the right. 2. 3. Preparing the KUHLER H2O backplate is specific to the KUHLER H2O instructions. 1. With the case upright, place the power supply as illustrated in the image to the KUHLER H2O installation guide, available at http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=Mjc2OCYxNw== (KUHLER H2O 620) or http://www...
... to your CPU socket. Please refer to the right. 2. 3. Preparing the KUHLER H2O backplate is specific to the KUHLER H2O instructions. 1. With the case upright, place the power supply as illustrated in the image to the KUHLER H2O installation guide, available at http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=Mjc2OCYxNw== (KUHLER H2O 620) or http://www...
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... you need to also remove the side panel as well (see Section 2.1. 1. To install a 5.25" drive, you will feel the drive lock into position. 3. Slide your drive, pull the drive bay tab on the inside of the chassis for your drive.) To install a 5.25" drive, begin by opening the front door. With the side panel off, carefully push...
... you need to also remove the side panel as well (see Section 2.1. 1. To install a 5.25" drive, you will feel the drive lock into position. 3. Slide your drive, pull the drive bay tab on the inside of the chassis for your drive.) To install a 5.25" drive, begin by opening the front door. With the side panel off, carefully push...
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Slide your drive. Remove one of the drive trays by pinching the ends of the drive's holes then using your hand to find the drive's holes. To install a 3.5" drive: 1. We recommend using a screwdriver to secure your drive with the 2.5" screws provided (D in Section 1.3); Secure your drive. The P280 has six drive bays that the drive's holes align with the drive bay holes. 2. Screw in...
Slide your drive. Remove one of the drive trays by pinching the ends of the drive's holes then using your hand to find the drive's holes. To install a 3.5" drive: 1. We recommend using a screwdriver to secure your drive with the 2.5" screws provided (D in Section 1.3); Secure your drive. The P280 has six drive bays that the drive's holes align with the drive bay holes. 2. Screw in...
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... device click into the bay. You will hear your drive into place. **If you need to install additional 5.25" drive bays, please remove the metal cover adjacent to the tray, pinch the ends of the tray inward and pulling the drive tray out. 2. 2. To install a 2.5" drive: Pinch the ends of the tray and insert your device click into...
... device click into the bay. You will hear your drive into place. **If you need to install additional 5.25" drive bays, please remove the metal cover adjacent to the tray, pinch the ends of the tray inward and pulling the drive tray out. 2. 2. To install a 2.5" drive: Pinch the ends of the tray and insert your device click into...
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...(No Connection) 10 Empty Pin The P280 comes with two front panel USB 3.0 ports and includes an internal motherboard connector. Align the connector properly to prevent damage to your motherboard. 2. Connect the front I/O panel USB cable to the USB header pin on your motherboard. To access USB 3.0 capability from the front panel 1. Check your motherboard user's manual to...
...(No Connection) 10 Empty Pin The P280 comes with two front panel USB 3.0 ports and includes an internal motherboard connector. Align the connector properly to prevent damage to your motherboard. 2. Connect the front I/O panel USB cable to the USB header pin on your motherboard. To access USB 3.0 capability from the front panel 1. Check your motherboard user's manual to...
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...supports both standards, only use one connector. Consult your motherboard manual for the pin-out positions. For LEDs, colored wires are positive (+).White or black wires are LED leads for power and HDD activity, as well as switch leads for the power and reset buttons. If the LED does not light... Intel® 10-pin HDA (High Definition Audio) connector linked to your motherboard, see your motherboard user's manual. 18 For more information on your motherboard. Even if your motherboard or sound card and connect the corresponding audio cable. There is powered on your motherboard.
...supports both standards, only use one connector. Consult your motherboard manual for the pin-out positions. For LEDs, colored wires are positive (+).White or black wires are LED leads for power and HDD activity, as well as switch leads for the power and reset buttons. If the LED does not light... Intel® 10-pin HDA (High Definition Audio) connector linked to your motherboard, see your motherboard user's manual. 18 For more information on your motherboard. Even if your motherboard or sound card and connect the corresponding audio cable. There is powered on your motherboard.
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The default fan speed setting is Low. 120 mm TwoCool™ fan specifications: Size 120 x 25 mm two-speed fan Rated Voltage 12V DC Operating Voltage: 12V±10% Speed High 1500RPM ...-H2O) Noise 27.9 dBA 16.9 dBA Input Power 3.6W 2.2W The P280 includes mounts for up to your need. These mounts are as pictured). Be sure to screw in the fan in the top-left and lower-right holes (... intake 120 mm fans You can install these fans using 2 of the case that let you choose the speed best suited to four more fans. The P280 comes with the screw holes and screw in the fan in the top-...
The default fan speed setting is Low. 120 mm TwoCool™ fan specifications: Size 120 x 25 mm two-speed fan Rated Voltage 12V DC Operating Voltage: 12V±10% Speed High 1500RPM ...-H2O) Noise 27.9 dBA 16.9 dBA Input Power 3.6W 2.2W The P280 includes mounts for up to your need. These mounts are as pictured). Be sure to screw in the fan in the top-left and lower-right holes (... intake 120 mm fans You can install these fans using 2 of the case that let you choose the speed best suited to four more fans. The P280 comes with the screw holes and screw in the fan in the top-...
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...is completely inside the chassis). To remove the PSU filter, push the ends of the front filter. You can be removed and washed. There are two filters in higher system temperatures and possible stability problems. We recommend checking the air filter at least once a month initially....P280 that can also lock the filter by pulling on system usage (users whose systems run 24/7 will be unlocked for maintenance and locked for transport. Open the front door by opening the front door and pushing down on the ends of the filter to unlock it will likely have to wash the installed...
...is completely inside the chassis). To remove the PSU filter, push the ends of the front filter. You can be removed and washed. There are two filters in higher system temperatures and possible stability problems. We recommend checking the air filter at least once a month initially....P280 that can also lock the filter by pulling on system usage (users whose systems run 24/7 will be unlocked for maintenance and locked for transport. Open the front door by opening the front door and pushing down on the ends of the filter to unlock it will likely have to wash the installed...
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..., foam) easy-access, hinged front bezel, recessed side air vents and six internal 2.5"/3.5" drive bays with a matte-white interior and exterior. All the while, P280 White still offers all -white version of class with preinstalled, silent silicone grommets. Building upon the success of the Performance One Series, the P280 White adds a touch of the award-winning P280. ENCLOSURES P280 WHITE PERFORMANCE ONE...
..., foam) easy-access, hinged front bezel, recessed side air vents and six internal 2.5"/3.5" drive bays with a matte-white interior and exterior. All the while, P280 White still offers all -white version of class with preinstalled, silent silicone grommets. Building upon the success of the Performance One Series, the P280 White adds a touch of the award-winning P280. ENCLOSURES P280 WHITE PERFORMANCE ONE...
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ENCLOSURES P280 WHITE PERFORMANCE ONE SERIES SPECIFICATIONS: • Drive Bays: 11 - 3 x 5.25" tool-less drive bays - 2 x 2.5" drive bays (dedicated) - 6 x 3.5" / 2.5" drive trays with internal motherboard connector - 2 x USB 2.0 - Fan power hub: allows you to connect four 3-pin fans to a single Molex for improved cable management • Side Panels: Dual-layer 0.8 mm steel / polycarbonate • Front Bezel: Triple-layer (aluminum, plastic, foam) -Double-hinged door opens up...
ENCLOSURES P280 WHITE PERFORMANCE ONE SERIES SPECIFICATIONS: • Drive Bays: 11 - 3 x 5.25" tool-less drive bays - 2 x 2.5" drive bays (dedicated) - 6 x 3.5" / 2.5" drive trays with internal motherboard connector - 2 x USB 2.0 - Fan power hub: allows you to connect four 3-pin fans to a single Molex for improved cable management • Side Panels: Dual-layer 0.8 mm steel / polycarbonate • Front Bezel: Triple-layer (aluminum, plastic, foam) -Double-hinged door opens up...