Gigabyte 3D AURORA GZ-FSCA1-AN, 3D AURORA GZ-FSCA1-SN User Manual

3D AURORA

GZ-FSCA1-AN
GZ-FSCA1-SN

User's Manual

20050608-GZFSCA1AN

rev.1003

3D AURORA Introduction

Gigabyte Technology has been dedicated to the integration of casing and water/air cooling
technology to provide users with the most optimal solution for thermal dissipation. The five features
of the 3D AURORA series casing include state-of-art design, cooling technology, liquid cooling
support, system security, and easy installation etc. For further information and specifications of the
3D AURORA series, please download them from Gigabyte’s website.

The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Use the product incorrectly or in a manner other than the designed purpose.

2. Nonobservance of the proper operation provided. (e.g. over-clocking)

3. Malfunction due to interference from other devices.

4. Unapproved modification of the product.

5. Consequential damage to other objects due to the product’s fault.

6. Malfunction arising from casualties (earthquake, thunder, fire, and flood).

7. The product’s warranty label has been removed or damaged.

8. The devices inside, including power supply, hard disk, CD-ROM drive, motherboard, ventilator,
etc, are not detached from the casing prior to the transportation of the computer product,
resulting in damage to the casing or computer-related devices.

9. Any lose due caused by failure to follow the installation process contained in the user.

Caution

Failure to wear gloves during installation of computer products may cause damage to personnel
and devices. Incorrect connector installation may possibly burn out the motherboard and other
components. Be sure to observe the instructions on installation in the manual.
Please refer to the English version for all pictures.

Content

1 Components Introduction ............................................................................................4

1-1 Casing’s Internal Structure....................................................................... 4

1-2 Front, Rear, and Left Side Panel Structure.............................................. 6

2 Features ......................................................................................................................7

3 Specification Features .................................................................................................8

4 Installation Instruction..................................................................................................9

4-1 Installation of Power Supply..................................................................... 9

4-2 Installation of Motherboard ...................................................................... 9

4-3 Installation of Interface Card .................................................................. 10

4-4 Installation of Front I/O Panel .................................................................11

4-5 Casing’s Internal Structure..................................................................... 12

4-6 Installation of 5.25” Front Device Bay .................................................... 13

4-7 Installation of 3.5” Front Device Bay ......................................................13

4-8 Installation of Built-in HDD (Hard Disc Drive) ........................................ 14

4-9 DIY Front Bracket of Projector Light ...................................................... 15

4-10 Application of Security Lock................................................................... 16

4-11 Application of Foot Supports.................................................................. 16

4-12 Liquid cooling System Support .............................................................. 17

4-13 Recommended Air Cooling/ Liquid Cooling ........................................... 17

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English

1 Components Introduction

1-1 Casing’s Internal Structure

Power supply

PCI tool-free fastener

5.25” Front device bay

Motherboard/panel card

5

English

3.5” Floppy
Built-in hard disk

Foot support

Tool enclosure

Front cable kit

a. Standoff x 9

b. Power extension

cable x 2

c. Securing runner x 10

d. Key x 2

e. Wire clamp x 2

f. Motherboard

securing screw x 9

h. DIY transparent projector panel x 1

(Equipped with 3D AURORA at
shipment)

g. Power supply

securing screw x 4

a. USB 2.0 b. AUDIO

c. IEEE 1394

d. Front fan power

supply

e. Rear fan power

supply

f. Basic casing

power switch
control cable kit

(Refer to the right figures for the
attachments in the tool
enclosure)

(Refer to the right figures for
the cable connectors)

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English

1-2 Front, Rear, and Left Side Panel Structure

Left side panel (A)

Left side panel (A-1)

Latch (A-2)

Side panel security lock (A-3)

Front panel (B)

Front panel (B-1)

Front panel security lock (B-2)

Front fan (B-3)

Front projector light (B-4)

Rear Panel (C)

Rear dual fan (C-1)

Drainage outlet (C-2)