ASUS Gaming Machine Chassis Kit VENTO 3600 User's Manual
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1. J DUS VENTO 3600 Gaming Machine Chassis Kit User Guide 15 067008400 E1780 First Edition V1 September 2004 Copyright 2004 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INF2. 3 Hard disk drive 4 5 25 inch drive s 5 Floppy disk drive s 6 Expansion card s Tool You need a Phillips cross screw driver to install some system components 2 2 Removing the side panel To remove the side panel 1 Remove the cable management kit by pushing downward to release the top tabs 2 Pull up the cable management kit to release the bottom tabs AN The cable management kit is not a handle Do not move or lift the chassis with the cable management kit Chapter 2 Basic installation 3 Locate and remove three screws that secure the left side cover to the chassis Keep the screw for later use 4 Turn the side swivel to about 45 clockwise to release the side panel 5 Push the side panel to the direction of the arrow 6 Tilt the side panel then lift and set aside ASUS VENTO 3600 co 2 4 2 3 Installing the power supply unit PSU LN We recommend that you install a standard ATX PSU with at least 350 W power output To install a PSU 1 Orient the PSU to the PSU slot 2 Slide the PSU into the slot until it snugly fits the metal rail 3 Secure the PSU with screws Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V 230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector Use this switch to select the appropriate voltage according to the voltage supply in your area If the voltage supply in your area is 100 127 V set the switch to 115 V If
3. contact a qualified service technician or your retailer vi About this guide This user guide contains the general information and installation instructions for the ASUS VENTO 3600 chassis kit This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers How this guide is organized This manual contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS VENTO 3600 chassis kit The chapter lists the system features and introduces the front and rear panels and the internal components Chapter 2 Basic installation This chapter provides step by step instructions on how to install devices and components in the ASUS VENTO 3600 Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as motherboard optical drive hard disk drive manuals and warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual WARNING Information to prevent injury to yo
4. 5 Floppy disk drive bay cover ASUS VENTO 3600 1 6 Side panel features The side panel includes the side swivel which allows access for the installation of internal components The side panel also features vent holes with an air duct to pull cool air directly to the components Side vent for air duct Side swivel Cool LED 1 7 Rear panel features The rear panel includes a slot for the motherboard rear I O ports seven full length expansion slots chassis cover screw holes a vent for the system fan and a slot for the power supply unit Power supply unit slot Cable management kit Rear panel I O slot System fan vent Expansion slot covers 1 6 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 8 Internal features The VENTO 3600 chassis includes the basic components as shown Power supply slot 120 mm system fan vent Motherboard mounting panel Expansion slot covers Chassis intrusion sensor nk wr gt ASUS VENTO 3600 2 So 5 25 inch drive bays 3 5 inch FDD bay Detachable HDD cage 80 mm Auxiliary fan hidden Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter provides step by step instructions on how to install devices and components in the ASUS VENTO 3600 ASUS VENTO 3600 ion tallat IC INS Bas 2 2 2 1 Preparation Basic components to install You need to install the following components to the VENTO 3600 chassis kit 1 Motherboard 2 Power supply unit PSU
5. Master Slave device Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 5 1 Installing an IDE hard disk drive To install an IDE hard disk drive 1 Press down the HDD cage lock 2 Carefully pull the cage out of the chassis in the direction of the arrow Place the HDD cage on a flat surface 3 Insert an HDD into the upper bay of the cage Make sure that the HDD screw holes are aligned with the HDD cage screw holes 4 Secure the HDD to the cage with two screws on both sides of the cage Screw holes ASUS VENTO 3600 poy 5 Re install the HDD cage to the chassis Slide in the HDD cage to the bay assembly rails 6 Carefully push the HDD cage in the direction of the arrow NI i OS ad until it snaps to indicate that AE it is secured to the chassis Peet T 6 Connect a 40 pin IDE cable to the IDE connector at the back of the drive 7 Connect a 4 pin power plug from the power supply unit to the power connector at the back of the drive Refer to the motherboard user guide before connecting an IDE cable to the hard disk drive 2 8 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 5 2 Installing a SATA hard disk drive To install a Serial ATA hard disk drive 1 2 Follow steps 1 to 5 of the previous section Connect one end of the 7 pin SATA cable to the SATA connector at the back of the drive then connect the other end to a SATA connector on the motherboard Refer to the motherboard documentation for the location
6. of the SATA connectors For Serial ATA HDDs with a 4 pin power connector Connect a 4 pin female power plug from the power supply unit PSU to the 4 pin male power connector at the back of the drive For Serial ATA HDDs without a 4 pin power connector Use a SATA power cable Connect a 4 pin plug female from the PSU to the 4 pin male plug of the SATA power cable Connect the 15 pin SATA power plug to S the power connector at the 4 pin male back of the drive Serial ATA power cable ASUS VENTO 3600 2 9 2 6 Installing 5 25 inch drives A N Make sure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing any system components Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components The system comes with four 5 25 inch drive bays located on the upper front part of the chassis 2 6 1 Installing an optical drive You may install an optical drive on the uppermost bay To install an optical drive 1 Gently push the marked portion of the Magic Mask to release the lock 2 10 Chapter 2 Basic installation ASUS VENTO 3600 The Magic Mask lifts to reveal the face plates of the drive bays Slide the drive bay lock to the left towards the sign to unlock the drive bay Carefully insert the optical drive into the bay then push it inward until it is completely flushed to the chassis front panel Align the screw holes as shown Sli
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8. ORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Contents OSS teeth e aE E ee taosedtseduecs aoe EE A IV Dare TY IAT OP MUON iana EEEE E EEEE V POUR EEE E E A E E A E A E vi ASUS contact information cerctdonntesicisauione seimnrinseederminacteumninedontenannieds viii Chapter 1 Product introduction LE NCTC ONG ee E E E E 2 Le PAKI CON ONT oe se wancaaectepattiencaeeeeecoairecien 2 1 3 System specification eee eee oe 3 L4 Exploded drawing scresviinaxranectemininmsageetomiat a 4 lo FROME pane CAES ea EEE 5 1 6 Side panel features sssssssrrrrrrrnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnrrnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnne 6 Tel Rear panel featUr sS sca uesssbssvitacenceneversesnsedta cornesusnnrenecbencrebeceeetnes 6 1 8 Internal features eecreaseaserecaasocsacsmnscmnerensasacterannecamnecceeonenersonacaaa i Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 1 PEDO eeraa EER EEE 2 2 2 REMOVING the side panel virctueenente senna 2 2 3 Installing the power supply unit PSU cssceeeeeeee
9. al outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the product
10. bay to ensure a firm fit signal cables to the connectors on the rear of the drive Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 8 Installing expansion cards The VENTO 3600 chassis kit comes with six PCI slots and one AGP slot for installation of expansion cards A N Make sure to unplug the power supply before installing or removing an expansion card s Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components To install an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Choose the slot that you want to use 3 Push out the green lock tab 4 Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you want to use ASUS VENTO 3600 2 17 2 18 Align the card connector with the slot then press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot Secure the card with the lock tab you removed earlier Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 9 Replacing the side cover After installing all components and connecting the necessary cables replace the side cover by following these instructions To replace the side cover 1 Match the side panel hooks to the chassis rail edge 2 Fit the side panel toward the chassis until it fits Chassis side rail 3 Slide the cover toward the front until it snaps in place ASUS VENTO 3600 4 Replace the cable management kit 2 2
11. crews into the bay to ensure a firm fit 8 Connect a 40 pin IDE cable from the first optical drive to the IDE connector on the drive ASUS VENTO 3600 2 13 9 Connect a 4 pin power plug from the power supply unit to the drive power connector 2 7 Installing a 3 5 inch floppy disk drive You may install up to two floppy disk drives in the 3 5 inch drive bay under the 5 25 inch drive bays LN Configure your optical drive as Master Slave device before installing it to the drive bay Refer to the optical drive documentation for details To install a floppy disk drive s 1 Select the drive bay you intend to use 2 Remove the face plate covering the drive bay by releasing the protruding tabs 2 14 Chapter 2 Basic installation 3 Using a screwdriver push the knock down metal cover in and out of the chassis until it is removed 3 Slide the drive bay lock to the right towards the g sign to unlock the drive bay 4 Carefully insert the floppy disk drive into the bay then push it inward until it is completely flushed to the chassis front panel ASUS VENTO 3600 2 16 6 Attach the FDD power and 5 Slide the drive bay lock to the left towards the 6 sign to lock the drive bay and to secure the drive in place V The drive bay lock has a screwless design that allows you to secure the L floppy disk drive without screws However we recommend that you still drive screws into the
12. de the drive bay lock to the right towards the sign to lock the drive bay and to secure the drive in place The drive bay lock has a screwless design that allows you to secure the optical drive without screws However we recommend that you still drive screws into the bay to ensure a firm fit 2 6 2 Installing additional 5 25 inch drive s You may install additional 5 25 inch optical drives zip or floppy disk drives in the three remaining bays aN Configure your optical drive as Master Slave device before installing it to the drive bay Refer to the optical drive documentation for details To install an additional optical drive s 1 Select the drive bay you intend to use 2 Remove the face plate covering the drive bay by releasing the protruding tabs 3 Using a screwdriver push the knock down metal cover in and out of the chassis until it is removed 4 Slide the drive bay lock to the left towards the 0 sign to unlock the drive bay Chapter 2 Basic installation 5 Carefully insert the optical drive into the bay then push it inward until it is completely flushed to the chassis front panel 6 Align the screw holes as shown 7 Slide the drive bay lock to the right towards the sign to lock the drive bay and to secure the drive in place The drive bay lock has a screwless design that allows you to secure the optical drive without screws However we recommend that you still drive s
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14. nal 3 5 inch hard disk drive bays Expansion slots 6 x PCI 1 x AGP USB Supports up to 4 USB 2 0 ports Audio ports 1 x Headphone port 1 x Microphone port Motherboard ATX form factor 12 x 9 6 30 5 cm x 24 4 cm support Color options Green blue red Dimensions 308 w x 527 h x 627 d mm Chassis material 0 8 mm SECC ASUS VENTO 3600 1 4 Exploded drawing 000 QDOOOOOD G O09O OO Cable management kit 120 mm System fan Top panel 5 25 Drive bay locks 5 25 External drive bays drives not included Magic Mask 5 25 Drive bay covers Side vent for air duct 9 Side panel 10 Side swivel 11 Expansion slot locks 12 Expansion slot covers Se mee ee eo a ee 13 14 per 16 17 18 2 20 21 eZ l3 HDD cage lock Removable HDD cage drives not included Expansion slots Chassis feet 80 mm Auxiliary fan Front I O ports 3 5 FDD bays drives not included Front panel LED Power button FDD bay cover Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 Front panel features The VENTO 3600 chassis displays a stylish front panel The power button LEDs USB ports and audio ports are located on the front panel Flip the Magic Mask to access the optical drive s and floppy disk drive s Front panel external Top panel Magic Mask Power button Microphone port USB 2 0 ports Headphone port Front panel internal 5 25 Drive bay covers 3
15. r panels and the internal components ASUS VENTO 3600 Product introduction 1 1 Welcome Thank you for choosing the ASUS VENTO 3600 The ASUS VENTO 3600 blends efficient functionality with aesthetic design to bring your gaming experience to new heights of performance and style The colorful and innovative design exclusively by ASUS lets you break away from the usual cube shaped machines and transport yourself into the virtual future The ASUS VENTO 3600 s screwless design for add on cards optical drives hard disk drives and floppy disk drive makes device installation a breeze Side vent holes with an air duct as well as fans on the rear and front panels ensure cool air to reach the CPU and internal components directly for optimum thermal performance To prevent the hassle of tangled cables the ASUS VENTO 3600 comes with a cable management kit Redefine extreme gaming with the ASUS VENTO 3600 1 2 Package contents Check your ASUS VENTO 3600 for the following items System fan 1 x 80 mm fan for the front panel 1 x 120 mm system fan for the rear panel Accessories 1 x Cable management kit Screws Key lock Documentation User guide Optional item Power supply unit Z Contact your dealer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 3 System specification Drive bays 4 x External 5 25 inch optical drive bays 1 x External 3 5 inch floppy disk drive bays 3 x Inter
16. the voltage supply in your area is 200 240 V set the swtich to 230 V 4 Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously damage the system Chapter 2 Basic installation Installing the motherboard 2 4 Z e The VENTO 3600 supports standard ATX and micro ATX mATX motherboards e Refer to the motherboard user guide for detailed instructions on installing a CPU heatsink and fan assembly memory and other components to the motherboard 1 Lay the chassis down on a stable surface Z We recommend that you cover the surface with soft cloth to protect the a paint on the side panel 2 Locate the mounting plate holes on the chassis 3 Orient the motherboard such that its screw holes match with the mounting plate holes on the chassis Wy Make sure that the 1 0 shield matches the slot for rear panel connectors ASUS VENTO 3600 2 5 2 6 4 Drive the required number of screws with a Phillips screwdriver to secure the motherboard to the chassis The photo shows the motherboard installed in the chassis 2 5 Installing a hard disk drive The chassis kit supports two IDE Serial ATA hard disk drives through a detachable hard disk drive cage Hard disk drive cage LN Configure your hard disk drive as Master Slave device before installing it to the chassis Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as a
17. urself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task N IMPORTANT Information that you MUST follow to complete a task 4 NOTE Tips and information to aid in completing a task Vil Vill ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Asia Pacific Address Telephone Web site Technical Support Telephone MB Component Notebook Server PC Networking Support fax 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 112 886 2 2894 3447 www asus com tw 886 2 2890 7121 English 886 2 2890 7122 English 886 2 2890 7123 English 886 2 2890 7902 English 886 2 2890 7698 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address Fax E mail Web site Technical Support Telephone General Notebook Support fax Support e mail 44370 Nobel Drive Fremont CA 94538 USA 1 510 608 4555 tmd1 asus com usa asus com 1 502 995 0883 1 510 739 3777 1 502 933 8713 tsd asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Telephone Fax Online contact Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support Web site Harkort Str 25 D 40880 Ratingen Germany 49 2102 95990 49 2102 959911 www asuscom de sales 49 2102 95990 49 2102 959911 www asuscom de support www asuscom de news This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS VENTO 3600 chassis kit The chapter lists the system features and introduces the front and rea
18. used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electric
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