At Antec, we continually refine and improve our products to ensure the highest quality. So it’s possible that your new case may differ slightly from the descrip- tions 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. For more comprehensive instructions on installing the motherboard and peripherals, please refer to the user’s manuals that come with the components and drives.
P180/P180B/P182/P182SE User’s Manual
This case comes without a power supply. Make sure you choose a power supply that conforms to the newest ATX standard and is compatible with your mother- board. Most ATX power supplies come with an on/off switch. Make sure you turn the switch to the ON (I) position before you boot up your computer for the first time. Normally, you won’t need to switch to the OFF (O) position, since the power supply includes a soft on/off feature. This lets you turn your computer on and off by using the soft switch on your computer case. If your computer crashes and you can’t shut it down using the soft switch, you can switch the main power to the OFF (O) position to clear the fault, then reboot.
Setting Up
1.Place the case upright on a flat, stable surface with the rear of the case facing you.
2.Remove the thumbscrews from the right side panel. Grip the panel at the top and bottom and slide it towards you to open the case.
3.Remove the screws from the left side panel. Grip the panel at the top and bottom and slide it towards you to remove the left side panel. Note: Do not use your fingernails to pry or lift the panels.
Inside the case you should see two separate chambers - the upper chamber for motherboard, external drives and hard drives; and the lower chamber for power supply and hard drives. You will also find some wiring with marked connectors (USB, PWR etc.), installed I/O panel, a box containing the top fan spoiler, drive rails for 5.25” drives and floppy disk drive, hardware screws, spare silicone grommets, middle fan brackets and standoffs.
Installing the power supply
1.With the case upright, remove the power
2.With the power supply inside the cage, slide the cage with power supply into the case. Note: Do not fasten the power supply/cage to the case at this time.
3.Between the two chambers there is a plastic structure that lets you run the cables to the upper and lower chambers. It is a
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