SKELETON User’s Manual
Table of Contents Introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 Case Specifications………………...……………......…………… 2 Diagram……………………………………………....…......……… 2 How to Carry the Skeleton…………………………….…......…. 3 Hardware Installation Guide 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 Removing/Replacing the Component Tray…………......…….. Removing the Motherboard Tray …………………......….……. Motherboard Installation……………………………….......……. Removing the Frame Side Screen Panels…………………..….. Power Supply Installation…………………………….…......…... 5.
At Antec, we continually refine and improve our products to ensure the highest quality. As such, it’s possible that 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.
1.1 Case Specifications Case Type Open Case Design Color Metallic Silver Dimensions 13”(H) x 14.8”(W) x 16.5”(D) 33.02 (H) x 37.6 cm (W) x 41.9 cm (D) Weight 15.5 lbs / 7 kg Cooling 1 x Super Big Boy 250mm Multi-LED Fan 1 x 92mm Hard Drives Fan Drive Bays 2 x Quick Release 5.25” Bays 2 x Quick Release 3.5” Bays 4 x Externally Mounted 3.5” Bays Motherboard Size Mini-ITX, MicroATX, Standard ATX Front I/O Panel 1 x IEEE 1394 Firewire 2 x USB 2.0 1 x eSATA AC’97/HD Audio In and Out 1.
1.3 How to Carry the Skeleton The Skeleton case is designed to be held by either set of grips on the top of the side railing. Use these handles when moving or transporting your case. Do not carry the case by the plastic PCI holder, as it was not designed to be a load-bearing device. Hardware Installation Guide This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please consult the motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting.
2. To completely remove the Component Tray from the Frame, find the release tab on the lower left side of the Component Tray when the Tray is fully extended. Press it upwards, then pull the Tray out and completely free of the Frame. 3. To replace the Component Tray in the Frame, align the Tray with the back of the case, and slide it forward. Once completely inserted, replace the Component Tray screws along the inside of the Component Tray. 2.
3. Place the motherboard on the brass standoffs. Screw in the motherboard to the standoffs with the provided Phillips-head screws. Replace the Motherboard Tray onto the Component Tray, and the Component Tray in the Frame as detailed in sections 2.1 and 2.2. Note: You do NOT need to install an I/O panel for Skeleton. Your motherboard should come with one. Keep it in a safe place. You will need it if you decide to move your motherboard to a traditional case in future. 2.
3. Slide the plate-mounted power supply into the bottom level of the Component Tray until it locks into position. There are two possible locations to mount the power supply, depending on the size of your equipment. Note: Power supplies equipped with an 80mm fan will draw air through the Skeleton and power supply more effectively. We recommend power supplies such as Antec’s TruePower Quattro or Signature series power supplies.
4. Connect the data and power connectors from the motherboard and power supply to the device. Note: It may be necessary to remove the motherboard tray and/or side screens as detailed in sections 2.2 and 2.3 to effectively route cables to your devices. 2.8 3.5” Device Frame-Mounted Installation Your Antec Skeleton case has the ability to mount up to four additional 3.5” devices externally on the Frame for additional storage capacity. 1. Align your 3.5” device with the included 3.
Connecting the Front I/O Ports 3.1 USB 2.0 Ports Connect the front I/O panel USB cable to the USB header pin on your motherboard.
3.4 AC’97/HD Audio Ports Connected to your front I/O panel there is an Intel® standard 10-pin AC’97 connector and an Intel® 10-pin HDA (High Definition Audio) connector.
Cooling System 4.1 The Super Big Boy 250mm Multi-LED Fan The Skeleton’s unique and innovative open case design provides that only one Super Big Boy 250mm Multi-LED fan is required to cool most of your system components. This overhead fan is adjustable, allowing you to choose the best speed suited to your needs. The fan speed switch is located at the top rear of the case near the fan. The default speed is Low.
4.3 Removing the 92 mm Hard Drive Fan Ensure that the fan power cable is disconnected before removing the fan. 1. While facing the front of the case, depress the two tabs on the top of the 92mm fan and detach it from the front of the hard drive housing. 2. Remove the four screws on the front of the fan casing. 3. Pull the fan out of the fan housing.
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