3 1.3 Power Supply Specifications………………………………………………………………………….4 HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.1 Setting Up….………………………………………………………………………………………………….5 2.2 Power Supply Installation………………………………………………………………………………5 2.3 CableManagement……………………………………………………………………………………….5 2.4 Motherboard Installation..…………………………………………………………………………….6 2.5 Internal3.5”DeviceInstallation…………………………………………………………………….6 2.6 External 3.5” Device Installation…………………………………………………………………… 7 2.7 External5.25”DeviceInstallation………………………………………………………………….7 CONNECTING THE FRONT I/O PORTS 3.1 USB 2.0 Ports………………………………………………….……………………………………………. 7 3.2 AC’97 / HD Audio Ports……………………….…………………………………………………………8 3.3 Switch and LED Connectors……………………………………………………………………………8 3.4 Rewiring Motherboard Header Connections………………………………………………… 9 COOLING SYSTEM 4.1 TwoCool™Fans..……………………………………………………………………………………………10 4.2 Optional Fans.………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 4.3 Thermally Advantaged Chassis Design Guide……………………………………………….. 11 4.4 WashableAirFilters………………………………………..…………………………………………….11 1 VSK.2450 USER’S MANUAL At Antec, we continually refine and improve our products to ensure the highest quality. It’s possible that your new case will differ slightly from the descriptions in this manual. This isn’t a problem; it’s simply an improvement. As of the date of publication, all features, descriptions, and illustrations in this manual are correct. Disclaimer This manual is intended only as a guide for Antec’s computer enclosures. For more comprehensive instructions on installing the motherboard and peripherals, please refer to the user’s manuals that come with those components. The VSK.2450 is powered by a VP450 power supply. A variety of industrial.grade safety circuitry will help protect your computer: OVP (Over Voltage Protection), SCP (Short Circuit Protection) and OCP (Over Current Protection). Sometimes the PSU will “latch” into a protected shutdown state. This means that you will need to power off the power supply and clear the fault before it will function again. There are no user.replaceable fuses in either the VP450 or VP450P. Although care has been taken to prevent sharp edges in your Antec case, we strongly recommend taking the appropriate time and care when working with it. Avoid hurried or careless motions. Please use reasonable precaution. This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please consult your motherboard user’s manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting. Before proceeding, check the manual for your CPU cooler to find out if there are steps you must take before installing the motherboard. While installing hardware, keep your case on a flat, stable surface. 2 1.1 CASE SPECIFICATIONS Case Type Mid Tower Color Black Dimensions 450mm (H) x 200mm (W) x 470mm (D) 17.7” (H) x 7.9” (W) x x 18.5” (D) Weight 11.9 lbs / 5.4 kg Cooling 1 x Rear 120mm TwoCool™ fan 2 x Front 120mm fan mounts (optional) TAC 2.0 compliance Drive Bays 10 Drive Bays: .3 x External 5.25” drive bays .1 x External 3.5” drive bay .6 x Internal 3.5” drive bays Expansion Slots 7 Motherboard Size Mini.ITX, microATX, Standard ATX Front I/O Panel 2 x USB 2.0 AC’97 / HD Audio In and Out 1.2 DIAGRAM 1. 120mm rear TwoCool™ fan 2. 120mm front fans (optional) 3. Washable air filters 4. Motherboard mount 5. Power supply mount 6. 5.25” external drive bays 7. 3.5” internal drive bays 8. 3.5” external drive bay 9. CPU cutout 10. Front I/O panel 3 1.3 POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS The VSK.2450/VSK.2450P is powered by a VP.450/VP.450P power supply. Input: VP450 Voltage 100 ~ 240VAC ± 10% Frequency Range 50Hz ~ 60Hz Current 9A @ 115VAC, 4.5A @ 230VAC Efficiency Min. 82% VP450P Voltage 200 ~ 240VAC ± 10% Frequency Range 50Hz ~ 60Hz Current 3.5A @ 230VAC Efficiency Min. 80% at full load Output: Voltage: +5V +3.3V +12V1 +12V2 .12V +5Vsb Maximum load 15A 24A 18A 18A 0.8A 2.5A +12V1.2 maximum output: 360W (18A) +3.3V and +5V combined maximum output: 120W Total Continuous Power: 450W A variety of industrial.grade safety circuitry will help protect your computer: OVP (Over Voltage Protection), SCP (Short Circuit Protection), and OCP (Over Current Protection). Sometimes the PSU will “latch” into a protected shutdown state. This means that you will need to power off the supply and clear the fault before it will function again. Note: There are no user.replaceable fuses in the VP450/VP450P. 4 HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.1 SETTING UP 1. Place the case upright on a flat, stable surface with the rear of the case facing you. 2. Remove the side panels by first removing the thumbscrews at the rear of the case. Then, grip each panel at the top and bottom and slide it toward the rear of the case until it detaches from the chassis. 3. To remove the front bezel, locate the three plastic tabs on the left side of the bezel. They fasten the front bezel to the metal chassis. Release the tabs from the top down to release the bezel. Swing the bezel open to about 45° and g...