Welcome to RIOTORO Thank you for purchasing the RIOTORO CR280. The CR280 chassis squeezes raw computing power into in a cool, quite and elegant PC that compliments any office while occupying minimal little desk space. The CR280 achieves this by combining mini-ITX motherboard support with ample space for full-size graphics cards and power supplies for true desktop PC performance.
Key Installation Points 2) I/O panel cutout 1) Front panel 3) PCI-E expansion slots USB 3.0 ports 4) Fans and fan/rad mounts Microphone jack 5) Motherboard mount points Headphone jacks 6) Power supply bay Power switch 7) 2.5” drive mount Reset switch 8) 2.5”...
Before You Begin Please take the following precautions: Handle all PC components and cards with care. Hold cards and processors by their edges to avoid damaging components. To avoid damaging components by electrostatic discharge, periodically ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface or by using a wrist grounding strap.
Remove each panel by slide the the panel toward the rear. Install the motherboard The CR280 is compatible with mini-ITX motherboards enabling you to build a high-performance compact PC. Let’s install one.
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Install Hard Drives and SSDs The CR280 has one 3.5” drive bays and two 2.5” drive bays. These bays are located in the compartment under the motherboard. To install a 3.5” hard drive The 3.5” hard drive will be held in place by two pins on the side of the case and by pins a retaining bracket.
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To install drives into the 2.5” mounts The CR280 case has two mounts for 2.5” drives such as solid state drives (SSD). The mounts are two sets of four screw standoffs. To mount a 2.5 drive: In the motherboard compartment of the case, place the 2.5” drive on one set of drive standoffs.
Attach Cables Connect the Front Panel Switches and LEDs The CR280 front panel switches, LEDs, and USB ports have wire leads that need to be attached to header pins the motherboard. Refer to your motherboard manual to locate the proper motherboard header pins and attach the cable connectors listed below.
Refer to your motherboard manual for more information. Note: The CR280 includes mounts for two more 120mm fans – one in the lower front and one in the rear. The fans can be removed to make room for a 240mm liquid cooling radiator. Screws and rubber grommets are provided to allow you to add optional fans and radiators.
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