Contents Chapter 1: Before You Begin - What is in the box - Product Details - Before You Begin Chapter 2: Ready, Setup, Go - Removing the Side Panel - Install the Motherboard - Install Hard Drives and SSDs - Install Drives to 2.5” Mounts - Attaching Cables - Attaching the Case Fan Cables - Fan Mounting Point and Water Cooling Support...
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120mm radiators, a tool free design, USB 3.0 and multiple SSD/HDD bays. Note: This manual is a guide for RIOTORO’s computer cases. For instructions on installing the motherboard and other components, please refer to their documentation.
CR480 MID TOWER What’s in the Box CR480 Case Included Hardware 6x nylon ties 8x long screws 8x screws for fans 2x spare thumbscrews for optional cooling radiators 16x small Phillips head screws 10x small accessories screws Chapter 1 Before You Begin...
CR480 MID TOWER Product Details 1) Front Panel: - USB 3.0 ports - Microphone jack - Headphone jacks - Power switch - Reset switch - Hard Disk Drive LED Chapter 1 Before You Begin...
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CR480 MID TOWER Product Details 2) I/O shield cutout 3) PCI-E expansion slots 4) Power supply bay Chapter 1 Before You Begin...
CR480 MID TOWER 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.
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CR480 MID TOWER Before You Begin When routing cables Route and bundle PSU and case cables to reduce clutter for a cleaner look and to improve airflow. The case is designed with cable pass-through cutouts throughout and space to conceal cables under the right side panel (as seen from the front).
Ready, Setup, Go www.riotoro.com/cases Chapter 1 Before You Begin...
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CR480 MID TOWER Remove the Case Side Panels Put the case upright on a stable, flat surface with rear facing you. Remove the thumbscrews from both side panels and store them in a safe place. Remove each panel by sliding the panel toward the rear.
CR480 MID TOWER Install the Motherboard The CR480 is compatible with motherboards up to E-ATX, including ATX, Micro ATX, and Mini-ITX. Chapter 2 Ready, Setup, Go...
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CR480 MID TOWER Install the Motherboard Install the CPU, CPU cooler and memory on the motherboard. Refer to your CPU and motherboard documentation how to mount the CPU and its cooler on your motherboard. If you are using a liquid CPU cooler you may find it easier to install it after the motherboard is installed in the case.
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CR480 MID TOWER Install the Motherboard Install the I/O shield Your motherboard should have come with a standard I/O shield that exposes the rear motherboard connectors out of the back of the case. From inside, snap the I/O shield into the cutout in the rear of the case.
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CR480 MID TOWER Install the Motherboard Attach the motherboard to the case. The CR480 comes with most pre-installed standoff, it also adds a couple extra if you need to add them, Slide the motherboard into the I/O shield and then align the motherboards screw holes with the case standoff.
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CR480 MID TOWER Install HDD & SSD The CR480 has one 3.5” drive bays and two 2.5” drive bays. These bays are located in the compartment under the motherboard. The Cr480 comes with three 3.5” bays for HDD, the bays and retention mechanism are tool less.
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CR480 MID TOWER Installing Drives into the 2.5” Mounts The CR480 case has two mounts for 2.5” drives such as SSD’s. Instructions: - Place the 2.5” drive and align the drive to a position where it can be secured. - From the other side of the...
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CR480 MID TOWER Installing Drives into the 5.25” Mounts The CR480 supports a total of 2 Optical Drive bays. Instructions: - Remove the plastic cover from the front Bezel. By gently pushing the cover out. - Once the cover is removed...
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CR480 MID TOWER Attching Cables Connect the Front Panel Switches and LEDs The CR480 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.
120mm fans on TOP. Note: connecting a NON RGB-RIOTORO FAN will potentially set the RGB lightning out of sync, connect any non RGB fan or third party fan to the motherboard fan headers if needed. Chapter 2...
Tips: - Screws and rubber grommets are provided in the accessory box to allow you to add optional fans and radiators. - RIOTORO recommends Bifrost 120ti as a perfect water cooling companion for the CR480. Chapter 2 Ready, Setup, Go...
CR480 MID TOWER Install the Power Supply The power supply unit (PSU) drive bay is located on the bottom of the case in a separate compartment. - Remove the thumb screws located on the opposite side were the motherboard area is located, Slide the PSU in the case PSU bay with the fan facing the case bottom.
CR480 MID TOWER Troubleshooting Your New CR480 The Front panel LED for Power and HDD activity does not lit. The polarity of the LED cables matter, and they are not connected as they should (inverted polarity), connect the positive cable marked as “+” to the right mother- board “+”...
CR480 MID TOWER Recommended Parts P O W E R S U P P L Y U N I T ENIGMA 850W: Unleash your gaming computer potential with the high efficiency and power of ENIGMA power supplies. The large built-in fan prevents it from overheating during heavy use, and the sturdy construction makes it easy to mount.
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CR480 MID TOWER Recommended Parts W A T E R C O O L I N G R G B F A N The BiFrost 120ti new generation water-cooling solution: The BiFrost 120ti a new generation water cooling solution for both AMD and Intel platforms.
CR480 MID TOWER Recommended Peripherals G A M I N G M I C E G A M I N G K E Y B O A R D The URUZ Z5: It delivers precise tracking complimented by professional Design. The URUZ Z5 offers on-the-fly DPI adjustments up to 4,000 DPI, Multicolor RGB Customizable Back-lighting up to 16.8 million different...
CR480 MID TOWER Important Safety Information In order to achieve maximum safety while using your CR480 MID TOWER, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines: - Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device and contact the RIOTORO hotline or go to www.riotoro.com for support.
CR480 MID TOWER General Maintenance If you need to clean your gaming computer by doing more than wiping it down with a clean cloth, follow these instructions: - Complete power down of your machine, display and peripherals. - Disconnect all the power cables from the electrical outlet power strip.
CR480 MID TOWER LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ("Limited Warranty") Limited Warranty. RIOTORO warrants the Product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship when used normally in accordance with the official documentation for the applicable Warranty Period from the date of retail purchase.
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