SC512 Chassis Manual
Standoffs
Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC512 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by most motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in the SC512 accessories packaging.
Round head 3 x 5 mm [0.197]
Figure 5-6: Installing the Motherboard
Installing the Motherboard
1.Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec- tions.
2.Open the chassis cover.
3.Align the motherboard with the chassis standoffs and carefully, place the motherboard in the chassis. Make sure rear ports line up with the I/O shield.
4.Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the ten rounded, Phillips head screws supplied with the accessories kit.
5.Secure the CPU(s), heatsinks, and other components to the motherboard as described in the motherboard documentation. Do not exceed eight pounds of torque when tightening down the motherboard.
6.Connect the cables between the motherboard, backplane, chassis, front panel, and power supply, as needed.