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The high quality of our products is assured by a continuous process of refinement
of their technical features. Therefore, it is possible that your product may differ
in some respect from the descriptions contained in this manual. This is not a
problem – it is an improvement. All features, descriptions and illustrations
contained herein are valid as of the date of publication.
Disclaimer
This manual is intended only as a guide for Antec's Computer Enclosures. For more comprehensive
instructions on installing your motherboard and peripherals, please refer to the user's manuals which
come with your components and drives.
SONATA User's Manual
The Antec TruePower power supply that comes with this LifeStyle series case
is equipped with Antec Low Noise Technology circuitry. Antec Low Noise
Technology is an advanced approach that achieves optimum balance between
noise reduction and necessary cooling. The power supply fans run at the lowest
speed appropriate to load and conditions as determined by a temperature
response system which outperforms previous designs. This keeps power supply
noise at a minimum and overall noise will be much lower than in cases equipped
with traditional power supplies.
Additionally, your TruePower power supply can control the system case fans.
There are two dedicated fan connectors marked Fan Only from the power supply
to connect the system case fans to. You may connect your case fans to it and
have the TruePower control the speed of the case fans, further reducing total noise.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE - PLEASE READ BEFORE USING:
The Sonata is engineered to maximize your computing experience while
minimizing the noise in your environment. To minimize system noise in the
majority of computing configurations, Antec suggests that you connect your
case fans using the "Fan Only" connectors. However, if you plan to use
your computer system in high performance, heat generating configurations
(such as overclocking, intense gaming, etc.) Antec strongly recommends
that you connect your system fans to the standard connectors, NOT to the
fan only connectors, as this will maximize your system's cooling capability
and prevent overheating.
Note: Please do not connect more than three fans to the Fan Only connectors in
any combination. For maximum cooling you may choose to connect the case
fans to the regular 4-pin peripheral connectors, but in this fashion noise will not
be reduced.
The power supply comes with a main power switch. Make sure you turn the
switch to the ON ( I ) position before you boot up your computer for the first
time. In normal operation there is no need to turn the switch to the OFF (O)
position since the power supply is equipped with a soft on/off feature which
turns your computer on and off through the soft switch on your computer case.
You may need to turn the switch to the OFF position occasionally should your
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computer crash and you cannot shut it down through use of the soft switch.
[Applicable ONLY to models designed for sale in the European Union:
TruePower models designed for the EU include Power Factor Correction (PFC)
circuitry in accord with European standard regulation code EN61000-3-2. By
altering the input current wave shape, PFC improves the power factor of the
power supply and results in increased energy efficiency, reduced heat loss,
prolonged life for power distribution and consumption equipment, and improved
output voltage stability.]
Set Up
1.
Take the case out of the box. Remove the Styrofoam and plastic bag.
2.
Place the case upright with the power supply fan at the back facing you.
3.
(Note: NOT applicable to models designed for the European Union.) Check
the red power supply voltage switch setting. It should be the same as
your local power voltage (115V for North America, Japan, etc. and 230V
for Europe and many other countries). Change the voltage setting if
necessary. Failure to take this precaution could result in damage to your
equipment and could void your warranty.
4.
Remove the screws from the panel with the latch. Unlock the side panel,
swing the panel out, and remove it. Set the panel safely aside.
Note: Please don't try to use your fingernails to pry or lift the panel.
5.
Inside the case you should see the power supply, some wiring with
marked connectors (USB, PWR etc.), an installed I/O panel and a power
cord. You will also find a bag of hardware (screws, brass standoffs,
plastic stands, etc.).
6.
To remove the front bezel door, open the door no more than 90º, and
gently press the small plastic tab at the upper hinge. Tilt the door away
from the upper hinge pin, then lift it off the lower hinge pin. Set the door
aside in a safe place. To replace the front bezel door, place the lower
hinge slot over the lower hinge pin and press or rotate the top of the door
in so that the tab fully engages with the upper hinge pin.
Motherboard Installation
This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation.
Please consult your motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and
troubleshooting.
1.
Lay the case down so that the open side is up. You should be able to see
the drive cage and power supply.
2.
Make sure you have the appropriate I/O panel for your motherboard. If
the panel provided is not suitable for your motherboard, please contact
your motherboard manufacturer for the correct I/O panel.
3.
Line up your motherboard with the standoff holes, and determine which
ones line up and remember where they are. Not all motherboards will
match with all of the provided screw holes, and this is not necessary for
proper functionality. (In other words there will likely be extra holes.) Some
standoffs may be pre-installed for your convenience.
4.
Lift up and remove your motherboard.
5.
Screw in the brass standoffs to the threaded holes that line up with your
motherboard.
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