Connecting the Front I/O Ports

Front I/O Ports and LEDs

Note: Please refer to your motherboard manual for specific pin outs or location of front panel connectors.

1.Connect the Reset switch (labeled RESET SW) to the motherboard at the RST connector. Polarity (positive and negative) does not matter for switches.

2.Power Switch (labeled POWER SW) connects to the PWR connector on the motherboard.

3.There is no Power LED in this case. Three illuminated case fans will turn on when there is power to the computer.

4.Hard Drive LED (labeled H.D.D. LED) connects to the IDE connector. For LEDs, colored wires are positive (+). White or black wires are negative (–). If the LED does not light up when the system is powered on, try reversing the connection. For more info on connecting LEDs to your motherboard, see your motherboard manual.

3.1USB 2.0

Connect the front I/O panel USB cable to the USB header pin on your motherboard. Check the motherboard manual to ensure that it matches the table below:

12

9 10

Pin

1

3

5

7

9

Signal Names

USB Power 1

Negative Signal 1

Positive Signal 1

Ground 1

Key (No Connection)

Pin

2

4

6

8

10

Signal Names

USB Power 2

Negative Signal 2

Positive Signal 2

Ground 2

Empty Pin

3.2USB 3.0

There is a pre-routed cable for the front-panel USB 3.0 port. Plug the back end of this cable into an on- board USB 3.0 port on your motherboard to enable the front USB 3.0 port.

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Antec V3 user manual Connecting the Front I/O Ports

V3 specifications

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Furthermore, the V3 includes a pre-installed rear 120mm fan, providing immediate airflow as soon as the system is set up. The case also has provisions for water cooling, with enough clearance for radiators in the top and front, offering flexibility for users who prefer liquid cooling technologies.

In terms of storage, the Antec V3 offers a variety of drive bays. It can accommodate up to four 3.5-inch drives and an additional three 2.5-inch SSDs. This configuration allows for plenty of storage space, essential for gamers and content creators who need to manage large files.

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