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3D AURORA
GZ-FSCA1-AN
GZ-FSCA1-SN
User's Manual
20050608-GZFSCA1AN
rev.1003
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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 followi
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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..........
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1 Components Introduction 1-1 Casing’s Internal Structure Power supply PCI tool-free fastener Motherboard/panel card 5.25” Front device bay 4 English
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English 3.5” Floppy Built-in hard disk Foot support Tool enclosure a. Standoff x 9 b. Power extension c. Securing runner x 10 cable x 2 d. Key x 2 e. Wire clamp x 2 f. Motherboard securing screw x 9 (Refer to the right figures for the h. DIY transparent projector panel x 1 g. Power supply (Equipped with 3D AURORA at securing screw x 4 attachments in the tool shipment) enclosure) Front cable kit a. USB 2.0 b. AUDIO c. IEEE 1394 (Refer to the right figures for the cable connec
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1-2 Front, Rear, and Left Side Panel Structure Left side panel (A-1) Latch (A-2) Side panel security lock (A-3) Left side panel (A) Front panel (B-1) Rear dual fan (C-1) Front panel security lock (B-2) Drainage outlet (C-2) Front fan (B-3) Front projector light (B-4) Rear Panel (C) Front panel (B) 6 English
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English 2 Features - High quality design - Gigabyte top-class full tower cooling casing. Lightweight aluminum casing (GZ-FSCA1-AN only) Full-open aluminum panel design, top-class hairline finish Personalized ‘Gigabyte LOGO projector display (patent pending) - Complete support - Complete front multimedia support, including 2 USB 2.0 ports / 1 IEEE 1394 /1 audio line-out and mic-in jacks. Liquid cooling system full support: including large-sized drainage inlet/outlet, pump securin
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3 Specification Features Model : GZ-FSCA1-AN / GZ-FSCA1-SN Case Type : Full Tower Dimensions : 205 x 522 x 510 (W x H x D) Front bezel Material : Aluminum Colour : Silver / Black Side Panel : Elegant design Body Material : Aluminum (1.0mm) GZ-FSCA1-AN / SECC (1.0mm) GZ-FSCA1-SN Net Weight : 7.1 kg /11.7 kg 5.25” drive bay (External) : 5 3.5” drive bay (External) : 2 3.5” drive bay (Internal) : 5 PCI port : 7 Compatible Motherboard : ATX / Micro ATX / Mini ATX / Flex ATX Syste
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English 4 Installation Instruction Please follow the reference sections in order for installation. 4-1 Installation of Power Supply To facilitate the installation, it is recommended to place the 3D AURORA casing upright on the table. Required tools: power supply securing screws x 4. 4-1-1 Remove the side panel. Unscrew the thumbscrews of the side panel and detach the panel by pressing the latch. 4-1-2 Place the power supply into the casing. 4-1-3 Use screws to secure the po
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4-2-1 According to motherboard specifications, select proper screw holes, engage the standoffs into the corresponding holes of the casing. 4-2-2 Secure the motherboard with securing screws. Motherboard Code Securing screw Standoffs ATX A1-A9 9 9 MINI ATX M1-M9 9 9 MICRO ATX U1-U9 9 9 FLEX ATX F1-F6 6 6 Select proper “rear I/O panel” of the motherboard (typically supplied by motherboard manufactures). 4-3 Installation of Interface Card The 3D AURORA supports tool-free ins
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English 4-4 Installation of Front I/O Panel Incorrect connector installation may possibly burn out the motherboard and other components. Be sure to observe the instructions on installation in the manual. Any loss arising from nonobservance of the proper operation provided is not covered by the warranty. Different motherboards may have different installation positions. For detailed instructions, please refer to the instructions supplied by the motherboard manufacturer. The front p
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4-4-3 Insert the Audio connector into the corresponding socket on the motherboard. Pin Definition Pin Definition 1 MIC 6 Rear Audio (R) 2 GND 7 Reserved 3 REF 8 4 POWER 9 Front Audio (L) 5 Front Audio (R) 10 Rear Audio (L) (2) Basic casing power switch control cable kit. Follow the connectors listed below for installation (see the figure below). Connector Color Speaker Red(+) / Black(-) Reset SW Green(+) / White(-) Power SW Red(+) / White(-) POW LED+ Black POW LED- Wh
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English 4-6 Installation of 5.25” Front Device Bay The installation of 5.25” CD-ROM is also intended for installation of general 5.25” front device bay. Required tool: None 4-6-1 Open the front panel, remove the 5.25” plastic drive rail and internal metal panel. 4-6-2 Slide the 5.25” CD-ROM into the drive. 4-6-3 Refer to the installation order illustrated in the left figure and secure the 5.25” CD-ROM by controlling the latch (reverse steps for disassembly). 4-6-4 Installation comp
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4-7-3 Refer to the installation order illustrated in the left figure and secure the 3.5” floppy disc drive by controlling the latch. (reverse steps for disassembly) 4-7-4 Installation completed. 4-8 Installation of Built-in HDD (Hard Disc Drive) The 3D AURORA provides built-in bays to accommodate up to 5 hard disc drives (after removal of the tool enclosure). The built-in HDD requires securing runners, which can be found in the black tool enclosure. Required tool: Securing runn
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English 4-9 DIY Front Bracket of Projector Light The 3D AURORA is provided with another transparent projector panel, which can be DIY designed and replaced with the projector bracket under front panel. Required tool: transparent projector panel (slides and laser printer or copy machine should be provided by the user) 4-9-1 Visit Gigabyte’s website, (http://tw.giga-byte.com/Peripherals/Support/ Manual/Manual_List.htm) and search for the 3D AURORA series; the file name: DIYbracket.do
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4-10 Application of Security Lock The 3D AURORA is supplied with two security locks, including a panel lock and a side panel lock. Required tool: key x 2 4-10-1 Insert and turn the key by 90° as shown in the figure, and lock it. 4-10-2 Insert and turn the key by 90° as shown in the figure, and unlock it. 4-11 Application of Foot Supports The 3D AURORA is supplied with four foot supports for ensuring the casing is firmly seated on the holding surface. 4-11-1 Swivel the
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English 4-12 Liquid cooling System Support The 3D AURORA series casing can fully support the Gigabyte 3D Galaxy liquid cooling kit (also support most of the liquid cooling systems commercially available). While installing the liquid cooling system, please consult its manual first. The liquid cooling system is optional. 4-13 Recommended Air Cooling/ Liquid Cooling The 3D AURORA is recommended to be used with the Gigabyte Air Cooling series. 17
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