Antec NX300 Mid Tower Gaming Cabinet User Manual

1. Konec produktuview

The Antec NX300 is a mid-tower gaming cabinet designed to accommodate ATX, Micro-ATX, and ITX motherboards. It features a tempered glass side panel for showcasing internal components and an integrated LED control button for managing lighting effects. The cabinet comes with one pre-installed 120mm ARGB fan at the rear to assist with cooling.

Obrázek 1.1: Přední view of the Antec NX300 cabinet, highlighting the integrated RGB lighting strip on the front panel.

2. Vlastnosti a součásti

2.1 Klíčové vlastnosti

• Materiály: Constructed from SPCC steel and plastic, with a tempered glass side panel.
• Podpora základní desky: Compatible with ATX, Micro-ATX, and ITX form factor motherboards.
• Front Access & Controls: Includes Power button, Reset button, LED Control button, MIC/Audio jacks, 2 x USB 2.0 ports, and 1 x USB 3.0 port.
• Podpora fanoušků: Supports up to 3 x 120mm or 2 x 140mm fans at the front, 2 x 120mm fans at the top, and 1 x 120mm fan at the rear.
• Předinstalovaný ventilátor: One 120mm ARGB fan is pre-installed at the rear.

2.2 Internal Layout

Obrázek 2.1: Vnitřní view of the Antec NX300, showing the main compartment for motherboard and component installation, along with the power supply shroud at the bottom.

2.3 Zadní panel

Obrázek 2.2: Zadní view of the Antec NX300, illustrating the I/O shield cutout, expansion slots, and the pre-installed 120mm ARGB exhaust fan.

3. Nastavení a instalace

3.1 Příprava kabinetu

1. Place the cabinet on a stable, flat surface.
2. Carefully remove the tempered glass side panel by unscrewing the four thumb screws. Set the panel aside in a safe location to prevent damage.
3. Remove the opposite metal side panel by unscrewing the two rear thumb screws and sliding the panel backward.

3.2 Instalace základní desky

1. Install the I/O shield provided with your motherboard into the cutout at the rear of the cabinet.
2. Align your motherboard with the pre-installed standoffs. Ensure all screw holes on the motherboard match the standoffs.
3. Zajistěte základní desku pomocí příslušných šroubů.

3.3 Instalace jednotky napájecího zdroje (PSU)

1. Position the PSU into its designated compartment at the bottom rear of the cabinet.
2. Ensure the PSU fan faces downwards (if there is a bottom vent) or upwards (if no bottom vent).
3. Secure the PSU with screws from the rear of the cabinet.

3.4 Instalace úložného disku

The NX300 supports 3.5-inch HDDs and 2.5-inch SSDs. Refer to the internal layout for drive bay locations.

Obrázek 3.1: View behind the motherboard tray, showing cable routing channels and mounting points for 2.5-inch SSDs and 3.5-inch HDDs.

1. For 3.5-inch HDDs: Slide the HDD into the drive cage located under the PSU shroud. Secure with screws if necessary.
2. For 2.5-inch SSDs: Mount SSDs onto the dedicated trays behind the motherboard tray or on top of the PSU shroud. Secure with screws.

3.5 Správa kabelů

Utilize the cutouts and tie-down points behind the motherboard tray to route cables neatly. This improves airflow and aesthetics.

4. Návod k obsluze

4.1 Ovládací prvky na předním panelu

• Vypínač: Press to turn the computer on or off. Hold for several seconds to force a shutdown.
• Resetovací tlačítko: Stisknutím restartujte počítač.
• Ovládací tlačítko LED: Press this button to cycle through various ARGB lighting modes for the pre-installed rear fan and the front panel LED strip.
• USB porty: Připojte zařízení USB k portům USB 2.0 a USB 3.0.
• Audio konektory: Connect headphones and microphones to the MIC/Audio ports.

4.2 Ovládání osvětlení ARGB

The pre-installed ARGB fan and front panel LED strip are controlled via the dedicated LED Control button on the front panel. Repeatedly pressing this button will cycle through different color effects and static colors. If your motherboard has an ARGB header, you may be able to synchronize the cabinet's lighting with other ARGB components using motherboard software, provided the cabinet's ARGB controller supports passthrough or synchronization.

5. Údržba

5.1 Čištění

• Vnější: Použijte měkký, damp hadříkem k otření vnějších povrchů. Nepoužívejte abrazivní čisticí prostředky.
• Prachové filtry: Regularly check and clean any removable dust filters (e.g., front, top, bottom). Rinse with water and allow to dry completely before re-installing.
• Interiér: Use compressed air to remove dust buildup from internal components and fan blades. Ensure the system is powered off and unplugged before cleaning the interior.

5.2 Optimalizace proudění vzduchu

Ensure proper airflow by keeping the cabinet's vents unobstructed. Periodically check fan operation to ensure they are spinning correctly and quietly.

6. Řešení problémů

6.1 Systém se nezapíná

• Verify that the power supply is properly connected to the wall outlet and the PSU switch is in the 'ON' position.
• Check all internal power connections, including the 24-pin ATX power, 8-pin CPU power, and GPU power cables.
• Ujistěte se, že je kabel vypínače na předním panelu správně připojen ke konektoru na předním panelu základní desky.

6.2 Fans Not Spinning / LEDs Not Lighting Up

• Confirm that all fan power cables are securely connected to the motherboard or fan controller.
• Check that the ARGB cables are properly connected to the cabinet's LED controller or the motherboard's ARGB header.
• Press the LED Control button on the front panel to cycle through lighting modes.

6.3 Nefunkční USB porty

• Ensure the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 headers from the front panel are correctly connected to the corresponding headers on your motherboard.
• Check device drivers for your motherboard's USB controllers.

7. Specifikace

8. Záruka a podpora

8.1 Informace o záruce

Please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Antec website for detailed warranty terms and conditions. Warranty coverage typically applies to manufacturing defects and may vary by region.

8.2 Technická podpora

For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or inquiries regarding parts, please contact Antec customer support. You can find contact information on the official Antec webwebu nebo prostřednictvím prodejce, u kterého byl produkt zakoupen.

Kontaktní údaje výrobce: Antec Inc. 8F, No 107, Jhouzih St, Neihu District, Taipei City 114, Taiwan

Kontaktní informace dovozce: Acro Engineering Company, 522/1 Jonapur Village, New Delhi - 110020