ZALMAN TNN 500A User manual

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ongratulations on your purchase of ZALMAN Tech’s TNN 500A, the ultimate answer
to every computer user’s dream of creating a silent computing environment with total
system stability.
With the TNN 500A, you will experience the true comforts of silence.
Welcome
1. Safety Notice 3
2. Features 4
3. Components 10
4. Options 14
5. Specifications 15
6. Patents 16
7. Cautions Before Use 1
. Cautions During Use 22
9. How to Install 23
10. Checklist before plugging in 48
11. Miscellaneous 49
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1. Safety Notice
1. Keep the product away from heat sources such as heaters and out of direct sunlight.
2. Do not put anything on top of the product.
3. The product should be placed on s flat, level solid surface.
4. Make sure to switch the system off before attempting to disassemble it.
5. Always make sure of the correct voltage, i.e., 110V or 220V.
6. Use the product when it is in an upright position.
7. Never spill liquid on the product.
8. Do not open the back cover while system is working.
9. Do not insert anything into system while it is working.
10. Be sure to put down the caster mount to fix the product before system works.
11. If you are moving the product very far, place it in the original packing box or similar protective packaging.
12. Do not shock or drop the product when it is in transit
13. Before you are going to open the left heatsink plate, refer to below diagrams.
Fully lower caster mounts (Right ones only)
Unscrew bolts and open the Front/back door
Open the Left Heatsink Plate.

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2. Features
The TNN 500A is the world’s first absolutely noiseless computer case for high-end systems that has been
developed with Heatpipe Technology, HS (Heat Source ontact) Power Technology, a High apacity
Extrusion Technique, and FMS (Flexible Mounting Structure) Design Technology by ZALMAN Tech o., Ltd.
The TNN 500A package includes a high performance aluminum computer case with an absolutely noiseless
cooling solution that does not require the use of a fan, making it suitable for storage servers, workstations,
high-end home systems, and sound studio computer systems.

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2.1 Aluminum Heatsink Case
The TNN 500A consists of two large aluminum heatsink
plates. These heatsink plates transfer all heat from the GPU,
PU, etc., to the exterior through natural convection. Since
natural convection requires no moving components, a
system equipped with TNN 500A is absolutely silent and has
an unlimited life cycle. It is also 100% recyclable, making it
environmentally friendly.
2.2 Heatpipe CPU Cooler
The PU cooler in the TNN 500A transfers heat from the
PU to the heatsink case using six 6mm heatpipes. Since
this PU cooling solution does not require any power source
or fan, the cooler is absolutely free from noise and has an
unlimited life cycle. The six heatpipes transfer about
150W/sec from the PU, which is ample cooling even for
the hottest PUs on the market. The PU block is made of
pure copper to ensure the highest cooling performance.
2.3 Heatpipe VGA Cooler
The VGA cooler in the TNN 500A transfers heat from the
GPU (VPU) to the heatsink case using two 6mm heatpipes.
Since this VGA cooling solution does not require any power
source or fan, the cooler is absolutely free from noise and
has an unlimited life cycle. These two heatpipes drain
enough heat from the GPU (VPU) at the rate of 50W/sec, to
cool the hottest video cards on the market.

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2.4 No-Fan Power Suppl
The PSU in the TNN 500A employs Multi P B Transformer
technology, high-efficiency FETs, and Heat Source ontact
technology to pump out enough power (300W/sec) without
any help from an active cooling device. The heat from the
PSU components is transferred to the heatsink case through
an aluminum panel, which is in direct contact with the
heatsink case. This PSU features a lifespan of 50,000 hours
and an impressive 78% A /D conversion efficiency, which
is about 10% higher than most power supplies.
2.5 Complete Silence
Since the TNN 500A cooling solution does not utilize fans, the system does not produce any noise. In addition,
the sturdy aluminum case (5 to 7mm thick) blocks HDD noise to achieve completely silent computing.
※Note : TNN500A’s noise level is below 20dB and cannot be measured. (The anechoic room used by
ZALMAN has an ambient noise level of 20dB.)
※The data above was measured according to the Intel ATX Ver.2.03/ATX12V Power Supply specifications.
The above data was obtained by connecting a bypass made of a 0.1μF ceramic capacitor and a 10μF
electrolytic capacitor at each of the D outputs and measuring with an oscilloscope with an input
impedance of 1MΩat a frequency of 20MHz. The waveforms may vary depending on measurement
conditions.
2.6 Electricit Savings
Since the TNN 500A is equipped with a highly efficient power supply unit and does not utilize fans, it uses
10 to 15% less power than a normal computer with the same configuration. When a user upgrades to a
TNN 500A system, power consumption can be reduced by 20 to 30W/sec. About $200 to $700 can be
saved (in Korea, 24hrs/day usage) in 5 years depending on the power usage of the user.
■DC Output Ripple and Noise Measurement Graphs
a)+5VSB
(V : 45.2mVp-p)
R&N
b)+3.3VD
(V : 44.8mVp-p)
R&N
c)+5VD
(V : 31.2mVp-p)
R&N
d)+12VD
(V : 54mVp-p)
R&N
e)-12VD
(V : 13.2mVp-p)
R&N
f)-5VD
(V : 43.2mVp-p)
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1) Test S stems Graph
2) Test S stems Configuration
3) Testing Equipment and Programs
Power Consumption Test Results
2.7 Shielding from EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference)
The sturdy aluminum case (5 to 7mm thick), the EMI Interception
Block, and the lamp Filter [see diagram] effectively prevent EMI. (See
measurement data below)
▣CPU Loading Program
P4MAX(Intel Inc.) 81.9W/sec Loading
▣Measurement Instrument
Personal Daq/56 (Iotech,Inc.) KIKUSUI P R 1000L
▣Temperature Measurement Program
DaqView(Iotech, Inc.) & Intel Active Monitor
EMI Measurement Data Graph
EMI Interception Block
Clamp Filter

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2.8 Testing Equipment and Programs
(1) Normal fans last about 20,000 to 50,000 hours. Since the
TNN 500A does not utilize a fan, the system is not affected
by malfunctioning fans.
(2) Heatpipes, which are used to cool the PU and GPU, do
not have any moving parts, which can break down, therefore
preventing system crashes due to overheating.
(3) Due to the characteristics of natural convection, the
amount of inflowing air is very small, and consequently the
system will gather significantly less dust, reducing dust-
related system crashes.
1) Test Data
※Thermal Tests
2) Test Graph
Thermal Test Resutls

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3) Test S stem Configuration
2.9 Other Features
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Heatpipe HDD cooler reduces vibration and noise transferred
to computer case and cools HDD
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TNN 500A comes with 4 casters which can support up to 4 tons,
and are equipped with sliding protection and height adjustment
features.
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onvenient flexible mounting structure of TNN 500A allows up
to 3 ODDs and 6 HDDs to be installed.
4) Testing Equipment and Programs
▣PU Loading Program
P4MAX (Intel, Inc.) 81.9W/sec Loading
▣Measurement Instrument
Personal Daq/56 (Iotech,Inc.) KIKUSUI P R 1000L
▣Temperature Measurement Program
DaqView (Iotech, Inc.) & Intel Active Monitor
The TNN 500A System does not use an internal fan, so the system monitoring program may report a high internal
temperature. Notably, the TNN 500A system’s northbridge temperature may be as high as 62.8 ℃, which is about 10 ℃
higher than a normal system. However, this is significantly cooler than the maximum allowed northbridge temperature of
99 ℃. Thus, the northbridge in a TNN 500A System functions normally. If you wish to lower the northbridge temperature
to 50.8 ℃as in a normal system, use the optional northbridge heatpipe cooler available separately.

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3. Components

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※Parts Number List
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PH : Pan Head
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FH :Flat Head
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SH : Socket Head
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PWH : Pan-Washer Head

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3.1 TNN 500A
3.2 CPU Cooler Set
One (1) Set of TNN
One (1) PU Block lip
Two(2) Intel Hand bolts(#6-32X52)
Four(4) PH M4X20 Bolts
(One (1) Bag)
3.3 VGA Cooler Set
(One (1) Bag)
3.4 HDD Cooler Set
(One (1) Bag)
1) Components for Intel Pentium 4 (Socket 478)
Two (2) PU Block lip Supports
2) Components for AMD Athlon 64 (Socket 754)
One (1) AMD Backplate
VGA Blocks L,S Size (One (1) Each)
Four (4) FH #6-32X13 Bolts One (1) Ground Wire
Two(2) AMD Hand bolts(#6-32X40)
Two (2) PH M3X10 Bolts
Two (2) M3 Top Nipples
Four(4) VGA Hand Bolts(M3X13)
Four (4) O-Rings
Thermal Grease

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3.5 Bolts for HDD Installation
Twenty Four (24) PH #6-32X10 Bolts
(One (1) Bag)
3.6 Bolts for ODD Installation
Sixteen (16) PH M3X10 Bolts
(One (1) Bag)
3.7 Bolts for Motherboard Installation
Ten (10) PWH M3X5 Bolts
(One (1) Bag)
3.8 Clamp Filters
(One (1) Bag)
Two (2) 30
Ø
Four (4) 20
Ø
3.9 Tools
(One (1) Bag)
L- Wrench Screwdriver for Bolt Fastening
3.10 Spare LEDs
(One (1) Bag)
One (1) 2-Pin Power LED Wire
3.11 Spare Parts
(One (1) Bag)
※※Interpreting the Bolt Designation
PH M4X20 : PH (Pan Head) Type, Metric Screw, 4mm in Diameter, 20mm in Length
FH #6-32X8 : FH (Flat Head) Type, Screw #6, 32 Pitches per Inch, 8mm in Length
Note) The 3-Pin Power LED Wire comes pre-installed.
If your motherboard requires a 2-Pin Power LED
connector, replace with the 2-Pin Power LED Wire.
Pan Head
Length
Length
Length Length
Pan-Washer Head Flat Head Socket Head

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4. Options
4.1 Heatpipe Northbridge ooler
4.2 DVI VGA able
4.3 UPS
4.4 400W PF Power
4.5 Additional Heatpipe HDD cooler
4.6 RAM-Drive
4.7 PU Heatpipe-L Set
4.8 VGA Heatpipe-D Set

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5. Specifications
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1. Dimension : 400(L) x 286(W) x 607(H) mm
2. Weight : 25Kg
3. PU ooler : ZM 6HA (150W/sec)
4. VGA ooler : ZMV 2HA (50W/sec)
5. HDD ooler : ZM-2H 1 (10 heatpipes)
6. Power Supply : ZM350(300W)
■ZM350 Electrical Characteristics

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■Korean Patent Application No. 03-30358
■Korean Design Application No. 03-19970
■PCT Patent pending in 30 countries including Europe, USA, & Japan
■Output Power Cable
Cable Length
& Name of
Connectors
Serial ATA
Connector
Serial ATA Power onnector Two (2)
Peripheral Power onnectors
FDD(#1) Power onnector
FDD(#12) Power onnector
VGA Auxillary Power onnector
Motherboard Power
onnector (20-Pin)
+12V Power onnector
L D Module Power onnector
+12V Power onnector(To PSU)
Power onnector(To PSU, 24-Pin)
6. Patent Applications

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. Cautions Before Use
7.1 Operating Environment
(1) Supported PUs : Intel P4, AMD Athlon 64
(2) Operating Temperature
PU 80W or Higher : 0-30℃(Room Temperature) PU 80W or Lower : 0-35℃(Room Temperature)
PU 60W or Lower : 0-45℃(Room Temperature)
※※Recommended : 15-28℃℃(Room Temp.)
- The most comfortable temperature range for humans is also
※※Intel Pentium 4 CPU Wattage & Temp. Limit
※※AMD Athlon 64 CPU Wattage & Temp. Limit
- Relevant data for AMD Athlon 64 PUs has not been released by AMD as of September 1, 2003.
Visit AMD’s website (www. amd.com) for updated information.
(As of Sep. 1, 2003)
Note1) For PUs that are released in the future (with capabilities beyond the P4 3.4GHz and the AMD Athlon64 3400+), zalman will perform
tests to determine usability, and continuously update the information on our website.
Note2) In general , AMD Athlon64 PU users would be wise to use the optional Heatpipe-L Set(ZM- HPL1).

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7.2 Compatible Components
(1) Video : All graphics cards with heatsink mounting holes
(2) HDD :
(As of Sep. 1, 2003)
Note2) Graphics cards that have any onboard components that interfere with this product cannot be used.
If you encounter interference during installation, stop installing and return the product.
Note1) For ATI Radeon 9800 or Faster models and nVidia geForce FX5800 or Faster models, the separately
sold VGA Heatpipe-D Set(ZM-VHPD1) must be used.
Heatsink Mounting Hole
Basic VGA Heatpipe Recommended optional VGA
Heatpipe-D Set(ZM-VHPD1)

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(3) ODD : Fanless products are recommended.
(As of Sep. 1, 2003)
(4) Motherboard

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