As such, your new case may differ slightly from the description 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. New Solution Series User’s Manual NSK 1380 Micro ATX Cube Case The Power Supply The NSK 1380 comes with a 350-Watt power supply (PSU) that features universal input, active PFC, and is compatible with the ATX12V version 2.01 specifications. This power supply features a quiet 120mm low speed fan that exhausts heat from the case. This PSU has achieved 80 PLUS® Certification, the latest independent standard in power supply efficiency. It reduces power consumption by up to 25%, saving you money on your electricity bill. In addition it has a variety of industrial-grade protective circuitry: OPP (over power protection), OVP (over voltage protection), UVP (under voltage protection), and SCP (short circuit protection). Setting Up 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 take reasonable precautions. 1. Take the case out of the box. Remove the packaging and plastic bag. 2. Put the case on a flat surface. 3. Place the case upright. The power supply fan in the back should be facing you. 4. Remove the screw from the rear of the case and remove the top panel by sliding it towards the rear of the case. Set the panel aside in a safe place. 5. There is a locking tab at the rear of each side panel. Squeeze and hold the tab while pushing the panel towards the front of the case to release the side panel. Take off both panels. 6. Inside the case, you’ll see the power supply, some wiring with marked connectors (USB, PWR etc.), an installed I/O panel and a power cord. You’ll also find a bag of hardware (screws, clip-on standoff, USB extension adapter, etc.). Installing the Motherboard This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please consult the motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting. 1. Lay the case down, with the open side facing up. The drive cages and power supply should be visible. 2. Make sure you have the appropriate I/O panel for the motherboard. If the panel provided is not suitable for the motherboard, please contact the motherboard manufacturer for the correct I/O panel. 1 3. This case comes with three brass standoffs and three clip-on standoffs preinstalled for easy installation. Line up the holes on your motherboard with the standoffs, to install the motherboard slide the board towards the rear of the case until the hook on each of the clip-on standoffs “clipped” the holes on the motherboard. Note: Not all motherboards will match with all of the provided screw holes, and this is not necessary for proper functionality. 4. Remove the motherboard by lifting it up. 5. Remove any of the pre-installed standoffs that aren’t needed. Insert any extra clip-on standoffs in your tool bag onto the holes should your motherboard require it. 6. Place the motherboard back on the standoffs. 7. Fasten the motherboard to the rest of the standoffs with the provided Philips-head screws. The motherboard is now installed. Connecting the Power and LED The power supply conforms to the ATX12V Version 2.01 standard. If the motherboard has a 20-pin power receptacle, detach the 4-pin attachment on the 24-pin power connector, see pictures 1 and 2. Before you connect the power supply to any of the devices, please consult the appropriate user manuals for the motherboard and other peripherals. Picture 1 Picture 2 1. Connect the 24-pin Main Power Connector and the 4-pin connector to the motherboard as needed. If the motherboard uses a 20-pin connector, detach the 4-pin attachment on the 24-pin power connector (see pictures 1 and 2). Note: the detachable 4-pin section cannot For 24-pin For 20-pin be used in place of a 4-pin+12V connector. motherboards motherboards 2. Power Switch (labeled POWER SW) connects to the PWR connector on the motherboard. Polarity (positive and negative) does not matter for switches. 3. Connect the Reset switch (labeled RESET SW) to the motherboard at the RST connector. Connecting the USB Ports You will find a single 10-pin connector on a cable attached to the front USB ports. This Intel standard connector is keyed so that it can’t be accidentally reversed as long as it is connected to a proper Intel standard motherboard header. Connect the 10-pin connector to the motherboard headers so that the blocked pin fits over the missing header pin. 2 Motherboard Pin Layout 1 2 109 Pin Signal Names Pin Signal Names 1 USB Power 1 2 USB Power 2 3 Negative S...