ZALMAN GS1200 User manual

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Cautionary Notes
1) Please read this manual thoroughly prior to installation.
2) Before installing, check the components and condition of the
product, and if any problem is found, contact the retailer.
3) Avoid inserting objects or hands into the system while it is in
operation to prevent product damage and injuries.
4) Check the manual when connecting cables. Incorrect connections
may cause short circuits leading to 󰘰re hazards.
5) Do not block the Front Intake Vent or the Rear Exhaust Vent.
6) Keep this unit away from heat sources, direct sunlight, water,
oil, and humid environments, and place the unit on a flat, stable,
vibration-free, and well-ventilated area.
7) Do not clean the product surface with chemicals or wet cloth.
(chemicals: industrial brightener, wax, benzene, alcohol, paint
thinner, mosquito repellent, aromatics, lubricant, detergent etc.)
8) Please wear gloves while handling this product to prevent injuries.
9) Product design and speci󰘰cations may be revised to improve quality
and performance.
Disclaimer) Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due to
external causes, including but not limited to, improper use, problems
with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, repair, improper
installation, or improper testing.

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Product Details
(1) Speci󰘰cations
(2) Product Information
Front Top Side (left)
Models GS1200
Type Full Tower
Dimensions (W×H×D) 260 × 570 × 640㎜ (10.2” × 22.4” × 25.1”)
Weight 12.4㎏ (27.3 lb)
Materials Aluminum, Plastic, Steel
Color Black
Motherboards Compatibility Standard ATX / m-ATX / E-ATX
Power Supply Compatibility Standard ATX / ATX12V
PCI/AGP Card Compatibility Full Size, 350 mm (13.7")
Drive Bays
5.25" External Bay x 4
3.5" External Bay x 1, Internal Bay x 6
5.25"/3.5"/2.5" 1 (3in-1)
Hot-swap 3.5" Support Hot-swap x 4 (HDD Docking x 1)
Expansion Card Slots 7 Solots
I/O Ports Headphones x 1, Mic x 1, USB 2.0 x 3 , e-SATA x 1 , USB 3.0 x 1
Cooling
Components
Front 92mm Fan Vent x 2(2 Fans included)
Top 200mm Fan Vent x 1 (1 Fan included)
Rear 120mm Fan Vent x 1 (1 Fan included)
Side 200mm Fan Vent x 1 (1 Fan included)
Bottom 120mm Fan Vent x 2 (Fans optional )

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(3) Top Panel I/O Ports and HDD Docking Station
USB 3.0
HDD LED
Power LED
Power Button
Mic
Headphones
Reset Button
USB 2.0
e-SATA
USB
RESET MIC HEADPHONE POWER
USB USBe-SATA USB
HDD Docking Station

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# Part Name Units
①HDD Tray 6
②HDD Tray Cover 2
③Front Cover 1
④Stand (front) 1
⑤Stand (rear) 1
⑥PSU Support 1
⑦PSU Bracket 1
# Part Name Units
⑧Side Cover (right) 1
⑨Side Cover (left) 1
⑩Top Cover 1
⑪Chassis 1
⑫ 5.25” Bay Cover 3
⑬Adapter Tray 1
(4) Exploded View
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑩
⑪
⑫
⑬
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User’s Manual × 1
Stand (front ×1, rear ×1)
Stand-O󰘯 × 11 A Bolt(#6-32*12mm) × 12
[HDD]
B Bolt(#6-32*6mm) × 24
[M/B, PSU]
C Bolt(M3*12mm) × 4
[Stand]
D Bolt(M3*6mm) × 4
[SSD]
Cable Tie × 10
CPU 12V Extension Cable × 1
Main Unit
(5) Parts

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Installation
(1) Stand Assembly
(2) Side Cover Removal
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C Bolt

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Tip
▶ Type A (PSU independent cooling)
If the PSU’s fan points downwards, the PSU’s cooling performance is
enhanced.
▶ Type B (Case Air Circulation Type)
If the PSU’s fan points inwards, the PSU’s cooling performance is
enhanced.
※ When using the case in a dusty environment, use Type B.
(3) PSU Installation
Type A Type B
Type A Type B
Or
B Bolt

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(4) Motherboard Installation
ATX Board m - ATX Board
Please refer to the diagrams below for additional Stand O󰘯 positions (based
on motherboard type).
Stand-O󰘯
B Bolt

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(5) VGA Card Installation
(6) Hot Swap HDD Installation
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1) HDD Tray Removal

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3.5”HDD
① ‘Open’ the Hot Swap Tray by pressing the Hot Swap Tray’s Hooks located on
the underside, and pushing in the direction as shown in the diagram.
② Install the HDD and check that the Hot Swap Tray’s Fixing Pins and the HDD’s
holes are properly aligned and fastened.
③ Fully insert the HDD installed Hot Swap Tray into the Hot Swap Bay.
2) HDD Installation (to HDD Tray)
3.5”HDD
3.5”HDD
3.5”HDD

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(7) 5.25” / 3.5” Drive Installation
1) 5.25” ODD Installation

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2) Adapter Tray Installation
① Adapter Tray Removal
② Drive Installation to Adapter Tray
A. 3.5” FDD Installation
B. 3.5” HDD Installation
B Bolt
D Bolt
3.5” FDD
3.5” FDD
3.5” HDD
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3) Top HDD Docking Station
① 3.5” HDD Installation
② 2.5” HDD Installation
C. 2.5” SSD Installation
D나사
SSD
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ZM-HS100 HOT SWAP PCB
a
b
c
① Rear
② Front
ZM-HS100 HOT SWAP PCB
HIGH
LOW
3-Pin Fan Connector
4-Pin Power Connector Fan Controller
S-ATA Connector
A
B
C
4) Hot Swap PCB
Caution
▶ The S-ATA connectors connect in A=a / B=b / C=c con󰘰guration.
▶ To use the Hot-Swap feature, the S-ATA Cable(s) and the 4-Pin power cable must
be connected to the Hot-Swap PCB.
▶ For HDD stability, please power the system OFF before removing the HDD.
▶ Frequent installation and removal of an HDD can wear connectors.
▶ The fan controller enables selection of 12V or 5V power source.
▶ 1 Hot Swap PCB comes standard at the bottom of the case. Additional Hot Swap
PCB’s (ZM HS100) can be purchased separately.
Tip

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(8) Cable Connection
1) Power Button and LED Cable
2) Top Panel I/O Port Cable
Tip
▶ To connect USB 2.0, 3.0, 3-SATA and audio cables, please refer to the motherboard
manual.
▶ When the +/- polarities are reversed, the LED’s will not function.
Power LED Power
Motherboard side
Power Button Side
HDD LED
Reset
or
HD Audio
Motherboard side
Top Panel I/O Port side
Audio
USB 2.0 USB 3.0 e-SATA
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(1) Side Cover Fan (200㎜- standard / 120㎜- optional)
(2) Bottom Panel Optional Fan (120㎜)
Optional Fan Installation and Replacement
4
200㎜ Fan Pre-installed
(standard)
2 x 120㎜ Fan Installation
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(3) HDD Cover Tray Fan Removal
Open the HDD Cover and remove the Fan Bracket before uninstalling the
Bracket from the Fan.
Caution
▶ The replaceable fan’s speci󰘰cations are 92㎜(W) x 92㎜(L) 25㎜(H).
▶ It is recommended to install the fan so that it sucks air into the case.