Riotoro CR480 User manual

RIOTORO CR480
Installation Guide

Welcome to RIOTORO
Thank you for purchasing the RIOTORO CR480.
The CR480 chassis squeezes raw computing power into in a cool, quiet and elegant PC that
compliments any office while occupying minimal little desk space.
Note
This manual is a guide for RIOTORO’s computer cases. For instructions on installing the motherboard
and other components, please refer to their documentation.
Included Hardware
-2x spare thumbscrews
-4x large thumbscrews
-14x small Philips head screws
-2x extra standoff
-7x zip tie(cable ties)
Key Installation Points
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2
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3
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1) Front panel
-USB 3.0 ports
-Microphone jack
-Headphone jacks
-Power switch
-Reset switch
-Hard Disk Drive LED
2) I/O shield cutout
3) PCI-E expansion slots
4) Power supply bay
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Before You Begin
Please take the following precautions:
Handle all PC components and cards with care.
Hold cards and processors by their edges to avoid damaging components.
To avoid damaging components by electrostatic discharge, periodically ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal surface or by using a wrist grounding strap.
Before connecting cables, make sure the connectors are correctly aligned.
Consult the documentation of your motherboard and other components for specific installation
instructions and troubleshooting.
When routing cables…
Route and bundle PSU and case cables to reduce clutter for a cleaner look and to improve
airflow. The case is designed with cable pass-through cutouts throughout and space to conceal
cables under the right side panel (as seen from the front). Use the provided nylon zip ties to
hold the cables in place.

Remove the case side panels
Put the case upright on a stable, flat surface with rear facing you. Remove the thumbscrews from both
side panels and store them in a safe place. Remove each panel by slide the panel toward the rear.
Install the motherboard
The CR480 is compatible with ATX motherboards enabling you to build a high-performance PC. Let’s
install one.
1. Install the CPU, CPU cooler and memory on the motherboard.
Refer to your CPU and motherboard documentation how to mount the CPU and its cooler on
your motherboard. If you are using a liquid CPU cooler you may find it easier to install it after
the motherboard is installed in the case.
2. Install the I/O shield
your motherboard should have come with a standard I/O shield that exposes the rear
motherboard connectors out of the back of the case. From inside, snap the I/O shield into the
cutout in the rear of the case.
3. Attach the motherboard to the case.
The CR480 comes with mounting standoffs to fit most commercial solutions out there. Slide
the motherboard into the I/O panel and then align the motherboards screw holes with the case
standoff. Attach the motherboard to the standoffs with the provided motherboard screws.
Figure 1 Example I/O panel

Install Hard Drives and SSDs
The CR480 has one 3.5” drive bays and two 2.5” drive bays. These bays are located in the compartment
under the motherboard.
To install a 3.5” hard drive
The Cr480 supports up to three 3.5” HDD that can be accommodated without the use of tools.
1. Pull each of the brackets to remove the plastic bracket out of the bay, once out place the HDD
into the plastic bracket and slide it back to its original position until it is secure.

To install drives into the 2.5” mounts
The CR480 case has two mounts for 2.5” drives such as solid state drives (SSD)..
To mount a 2.5 drive:
1. place the 2.5”drive and align the drive to a position where it can be secured.
2. From other side of the case, screw the drives in place with the provided Philips screws.

To install 5.25” inch optical Drive
1. Remove the plastic cover from the front Bezel, the CR480 supports a total of 2 Optical Drive
bays. Each protected by a plastic cover.
2. Once the cover is removed slide the unit into the bay, until the drive is totally secured By the
plastic retention mechanism..

Attach Cables
Connect the Front Panel Switches and LEDs
The CR480 front panel switches, LEDs, and USB ports have wire leads that need to be attached to
header pins the motherboard. Refer to your motherboard manual to locate the proper motherboard
header pins and attach the cable connectors listed below.
Note: The LED leads are marked positive (+) or negative (–) and must be connected to the
corresponding pins on the motherboard. The orientation of the switch connectors does not matter.
Front Panel
Cable Connector
Power switch
Reset switch
Power LED
(+) and (-)
Hard Disk Drive LED
(+) and (-)
HD Audio
(mic and headphone)
USB 3.0 ports
(1 cable for 2 ports)
Cooling Fans
Connector
Fans (2)

Attach the case fan cables
The CR480 comes with two 120mm fan —a front intake fan and a rear exhaust fan.
1. Connect the 3-pin connector of each fan to a 3 pin fan header on your motherboard. Refer to
your motherboard manual for more information.
Note: The CR480 includes mounts for two more 120mm fans on the top.
Install the Power Supply
The power supply unit (PSU) drive bay is located on the bottom of the case.
1. Slide the PSU in the case PSU bay with the fan facing the case bottom. Push the power supply
to the rear
2. Align the PSU and case mounting holes and attach the power supply to the case with the
provided PSU thumbscrews.
3. Connect the relevant PSU cables to your motherboard and drives.

Specifications
Motherboard support
Mini-ITX
Drive bays
- 3x 3.5”
- 2x 2.5”
Front panel I/O
- 2x USB 3.0 ports
- 1x Headphone out
- 1x Microphone in
Expansion slots
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Fans
Fans included
- 1x 120mm front intake
- 1x 120mm rear exhaust
PSU support
Standard ATX
Max. GPU length
320mm
Max CPU cooler height
164.8mm
Materials
Steel and plastic

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