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Antec P193 V3 User's manual
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Antec P193 V3 is a versatile and spacious mid-tower case that supports various motherboard sizes and offers ample storage options with 11 drive bays, including external 5.25" and 3.5" bays, and internal 3.5" and 2.5" bays. It features a cooling system that includes pre-installed TriCool™ fans and the capacity to accommodate additional fans, ensuring efficient airflow and temperature control. The case also includes a cable management compartment for neat wire organization and a tool-less design for easy installation and maintenance.
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U
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M
ANUAL
P193 V3
T
ABLE OF
C
ONTENTS
I NTRODUCTION
1.1 Case Specifications.…..………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
1.2 Diagram…………………………………………………………………….…………………………………. 3
H ARDWARE I NSTALLATION G UIDE
2.1 Setting Up….…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
2.2 Power Supply Installation……………………………………………………………………………… 4
2.3 CP Series Power Supply Mount…………………………………………………………………….. 5
2.4 Cable Management………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
2.5 Motherboard Installation..……………………………………………………………………………. 5
2.6 Internal 3.5” Device Installation……………………………………………………………………. 6
2.7 External 3.5” Device Installation…………………………………………………………………… 7
2.8 External 5.25” Device Installation…………………………………………………………………. 7
2.9 Internal 2.5” Device Installation…………………………………………………………………. 8
C ONNECTING THE F RONT I/O P ORTS
3.1 USB 2.0 Ports………………………………………………….……………………………………………. 9
3.2 USB 3.0 Port………………………………….……………………………………………………………. 9
3.3 AC’97 / HD Audio Ports……………………….………………………………………………………… 9
3.4 Switch and LED Connectors…………………………………………………………………………… 10
3.5 Rewiring Motherboard Header Connections………………………………………………… 10
C OOLING S YSTEM
4.1 TriCool™ Fans ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.2 Optional Fans.………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
4.3 Washable Air Filters………………………………………..……………………………………………. 13
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P193 U
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M
ANUAL
At Antec, we continually refine and improve our products to ensure the highest quality. It’s possible that your new case will differ slightly from the descriptions in this manual. 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 those components.
The P193 does not come with a power supply unit (PSU). Make sure you choose a power supply that is compatible with your computer components and has a long enough power harness to reach your motherboard and peripheral devices. We recommend our CP Series, TruePower Series or Signature
Series power supplies for the latest ATX specification compliance, broad compatibility, and energysaving capability.
Although care has been taken to prevent sharp edges in your Antec case, we strongly recommend taking the appropriate time and care when working with it. Avoid hurried or careless motions. Please use reasonable precaution.
This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please consult the motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting. Before proceeding, check the manual for your CPU cooler to find out if there are steps you must take before installing the motherboard. While installing hardware, keep your case on a flat, stable surface.
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1.1
C
ASE
S
PECIFICATIONS
Case Type Advanced Mid Tower
Color Gunmetal Gray
Dimensions 20.3" (H) x 8.1" (W) x 23.3" (D)
514 mm (H) x 241 mm (W) x 590 mm (D)
* Actual clearance for width is 9.5” / 241 mm due to the side panel fan
Weight
Cooling
Drive Bays
43.2 lbs / 19.6 kg
1 x Rear 120 mm TriCool™ exhaust fan
2 x Top 140 mm exhaust TriCool™ fan
1 x Side 200 mm Big Boy 200™ fan for dual video cards
1 x Lower (optional) chamber 120 mm TriCool™ fan
1 x Front (optional) 120 mm fan mount for HDD
1 x Middle (optional) 120 mm fan mount for video cards
11 Drive Bays:
4 x External 5.25” drive bays
1 x External 3.5” drive bay
6 x Internal 3.5” drive bays
2 x Internal 2.5” drive bays
Expansion Slots 7
Motherboard Size Mini-ITX, microATX, Standard ATX, Extended ATX
Front I/O Panel 2 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.0
AC’97 / HD Audio In and Out
1.2
D
IAGRAM
1.
Rear 120 mm TriCool™ fan
2.
Top 140 mm TriCool™ fans
3.
200 mm side Big Boy 200™ fan
4.
Washable air filters
5.
Motherboard mount
6.
Power supply mount
7.
5.25” drive bays
8.
3.5” hard drive bays
9.
Front I/O panel
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H
ARDWARE
I
NSTALLATION
G
UIDE
2.1
S
ETTING
U
P
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 toward 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 toward 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 the motherboard, externally accessible drives and hard drives; and the lower chamber for the power supply and hard drives. You will also find some wiring with marked connectors (USB, PWR, etc.), the installed I/O panel, a box containing one set each of drive rails for a 5.25” drive and a floppy disk drive, and a tool box attached to the upper HDD cage containing more hardware (screws, brass standoffs, spare silicone grommets, etc.).
2.2
P
OWER
S
UPPLY
I
NSTALLATION
Most power cables can be routed behind the motherboard through the cable management compartment. If some cables can’t reach, run them through the passage that goes straight into the motherboard compartment.
1.
Remove both side panels.
2.
If you are installing an Antec CP series power supply, you will need to remove the PSU adapter plate.
3.
Slide the power supply into the case. If not routing cables through the cable management compartment behind the motherboard, route cables through the covered opening. This will save a few inches of cable travel and help improve airflow in the power supply compartment.
Note: Power supplies with fans on the bottom will need to be mounted so that the fan is facing the top of the case. There are mounting holes for power supplies to be installed upside up or upside down.
4.
Secure the power supply by fastening it to the back of the case with the provided screws.
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2.3
CP S
ERIES
P
OWER
S
UPPLY
M
OUNT
Your Antec P193 enclosure comes with a power supply mounting adapter to mount either a standard-size power supply or the unique
Antec CP Series high-performance power supply. This adapter is mounted to the chassis with standard Phillips-head screws. In order to install the CP Series power supply, remove the mounting plate first.
2.4
C
ABLE
O
RGANIZERS
There is a cable management compartment between the motherboard and right side panel. You can tuck or route excess cables in this compartment.
1.
Remove both side panels.
2. Choose the cables you would like to pass through the holes behind the motherboard tray and pull them out of the power supply chamber toward the right side of the case.
3. Use the cable ties provided to hold them in place.
4. Feed the cables back through the insertion point nearest the destination of the cable. Connect the cable and then pull the slack back to the right side of the case.
2.5
M
OTHERBOARD
I
NSTALLATION
1. Lay the case down, with the open side facing up. The drive cages and power supply should be visible.
2. Make sure you have the correct I/O panel for your motherboard. If the panel provided with the case isn’t suitable, please contact your motherboard manufacturer for the correct I/O panel.
3. Align your motherboard with the standoff holes and remember which holes are lined up. Not all motherboards will match with all the provided holes; this is normal and won’t affect its functionality.
4. Remove your motherboard by lifting it up.
5. Install standoffs as needed and put the motherboard back in.
6. Screw in your motherboard to the standoffs with the provided Phillips-head screws.
Note: The P183 comes with a CPU cutout on the motherboard tray, which will allow you to change your CPU heatsink without removing the motherboard.
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2.6
I
NTERNAL
3.5” D
EVICE
I
NSTALLATION
With the front bezel facing you, swing the front door open. It can swing 270º so the door is parallel with the side of the case. You can see there are four 5.25” and one 3.5” external drive bays. Inside the case there are two 3.5” drive cages, which can house up to six hard drives.
Note: We recommend using the lower HDD cage to maximize cooling and quiet computing.
Upper HDD Installation
1. Remove the thumbscrew holding the upper HDD cage.
2. Pull the HDD cage from its position by pulling the ring toward you.
3. There are two HDD trays inside the cage. Squeeze the metal clips on each side of the tray and slide the tray out.
4. Mount your hard drive into the drive tray with the special screws provided. Don’t over-tighten the screws as this will reduce the vibration and noise dampening ability of the silicone grommets.
Note: Always mount the HDD with the thicker side of the silicone grommets facing up.
5. Slide and lock the tray back into the cage.
6. Slide the cage back into the case and fasten the thumbscrew.
7. Find the right Molex or SATA connector on the power supply and connect it to the hard drive.
8. Repeat the same procedure for the other drives.
Lower HDD Installation
1. Remove the thumbscrew holding the lower HDD cage.
2. Pull the HDD cage from its position by pulling the ring towards you.
3. You can mount up to four hard drives inside the cage. They are mounted vertically with the silicone grommets sitting at both sides.
4. Mount your hard drive into the drive cage with the special screws provided. Don’t over-tighten the screws as this will reduce the vibration and noise dampening ability of the silicone grommets.
Note: Always mount the HDD with the thicker side of the silicone grommets facing up.
5. Slide the cage back into the case and fasten the thumbscrew.
6. Find a Molex or SATA connector on the power supply and connect it to the hard drive.
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2.7
E
XTERNAL
3.5” D
EVICE
I
NSTALLATION
There is one external 3.5” drive bay.
1. Carefully remove the plastic drive bay cover and metal plate covering the drive bay.
2. Find a pair of 3.5”drive rails in the hardware kit box.
3. Mount the drive rails onto the sides of the 3.5” device. Make sure the metal portion is angled on the outside and facing forward.
4. Slide the device into the drive bay until it clicks into place.
5. Connect a small 4-pin connector from the power supply to the 4-pin connector on the floppy drive.
2.8
E
XTERNAL
5.25” D
EVICE
I
NSTALLATION
There are four 5.25” drive bays and 8 drive rails.
1. Carefully remove the plastic drive bay cover / filter and metal plate covering the drive bay.
2. Mount the drive rails onto the sides of the 5.25” device. Make sure the metal portion of the rail faces the front of the drive.
3. Slide the device into the drive bay until it clicks into place.
4. Mount the other devices accordingly.
5. Connect the appropriate Molex or SATA power connector from the PSU to the power connector on the device.
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2.9 I NTERNAL 2.5” D EVICE I NSTALLATION
Your case has two HDD trays in the upper HDD cage that can each support one 2.5” device. Note that installing a 2.5” device in one of these trays will make it unavailable for 3.5” device use.
1. Remove the thumbscrew holding the upper HDD cage.
2. Pop the pull-ring free from its holder. Remove the HDD cage from its position by pulling the ring toward you.
3. There are two HDD trays inside the cage. Squeeze the metal clips on each side of a tray and slide the tray out.
4. There are four silicone grommets pre-installed on the tray.
Re-configure them for a 2.5” device by moving all 4 grommets to their positions on the inside of the tray.
5. Mount your hard drive into the drive tray with the special screws provided.
Note: Always mount the silicone grommets with the thicker side of the silicone grommets facing up, and place the hard drive on top. Don’t torque or over-tighten the screws, as this will reduce the vibration- and noisedampening ability of the silicone grommets.
5. Slide and lock the tray back into the cage.
6. Slide the cage back into the case and fasten the thumbscrew.
7. Find the right Molex or SATA connector on the power supply and connect it to the hard drive.
8. Repeat steps 3-5 for an additional 2.5” drive if applicable.
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C
ONNECTING THE
F
RONT
I/O P
ORTS
3.1
USB 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:
1 2
9 10
Pin Signal Names
1 USB Power 1
Pin Signal Names
2 USB Power 2
3 Negative Signal 1
5 Positive Signal 1
4 Negative Signal 2
6 Positive Signal 2
7 Ground 1 8 Ground 2
9 Key (No Connection) 10 Empty Pin
3.2
USB 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 onboard USB 3.0 port on your motherboard to enable the front USB 3.0 port.
3.3
AC'97 / HD A UDIO P ORTS
There is an Intel® standard 10-pin AC’97 connector and an Intel® 10-pin HDA (High Definition Audio) connector linked to the front panel of the case.
Pin
1
Signal Names
(HDA)
MIC2 L
Pin
1
Signal Names
(AC’97)
MIC In
2 AGND 2 GND
10 6 4 2
3 MIC2 R 3 MIC Power
4 AVCC 4 NC
5 FRO-R 5 Line Out (R)
9 7 5 3 1
6
7
8
9
10
MIC2_JD
F_IO_SEN
Key (no pin)
FRO-L
LINE2_JD
6
7
8
9
10
Line Out (R)
NC
Key (no pin)
Line Out (L)
Line Out (L)
You can connect either the AC’97 or the HDA connector, depending on the model of the motherboard.
Locate the internal audio connectors from your motherboard or sound card and connect the corresponding audio cable. Consult your motherboard or sound card manual for the pin-out positions.
Even if your system supports both audio standards, you may only use one connector.
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3.4
S
WITCH AND
LED C
ONNECTORS
Connected to your front panel are LED and switch leads for power, reset, and HDD LED activity. Attach these to the corresponding connectors on your motherboard. Consult your motherboard manual for specific pin header locations. 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 information on connecting LEDs to your motherboard, see your motherboard manual.
Note: Polarity (positive and negative) does not matter for switches.
3.5
R
EWIRING
M
OTHERBOARD
H
EADER
C
ONNECTIONS
There may come a time when you need to reconfigure the pin-out of a motherboard header connector.
Examples could be for your USB header, audio input header, or some other front panel connector such as the Power Button connector. Before performing any work, please refer to your motherboard manual or your motherboard manufacturer's website to be sure of the pin-out needed for your connector. We strongly recommend making a notated drawing before beginning work so that you can recover if your work gets disturbed.
1.
Determine which wires you need to remove inorder to rewire your plug to match the USB pin-outs on your motherboard (refer to your motherboard manual). Working on one connector at a time, use a very small flathead screwdriver or similar tool to lift up on the black tab located beside the gold posts (squares). This will allow you to easily slide out the pins from the USB plug.
2.
Working carefully so as not to damage the wires, connectors, or pins, slowly remove the pin from the connector. Repeat these steps for each wire you need to change.
3.
Working carefully so as not to damage the wires, connectors or pins, slowly reinsert the pin into the correct slot of the connector, then snap closed the black tab that was lifted in Step 1.
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C
OOLING
S
YSTEM
4.1
T RI C OOL ™ F ANS
Rear / Top TriCool™ Fans – There is one rear 120mm and two top 140mm TriCool™ fans pre-installed in the case. They have external, three-speed switches that let you choose between quiet, performance, or maximum cooling on each of the fans. The default speed setting is Low. The two fans are mounted so that the air is exhausting from the case. There are externally accessible switches for these fans located at the top rear of your case.
120 mm TriCool™ Specifications:
Size:
Rated Voltage:
120 x 25 mm TriCool™ fan
12V
Operating Voltage: 10.2V - 13.8V
Speed
(RPM)
Input
Current
Air Flow
Static
Pressure
Acoustic
Noise
Input
Power
0.24A
(Max.)
30 dBA 2.9W
High
2000
Medium
1600
Low
1200
0.20A
0.13A
2.2 m³ / min
(79 CFM)
1.6 m³ / min
(56 CFM)
1.1 m³ / min
(39 CFM)
2.5mm-H2O
(0.10 inch-H2O)
1.5mm-H2O
(0.06 inch-H2O)
0.9mm-H2O
(0.04 inch-H2O)
28 dBA
25 dBA
2.4W
1.6W
140 mm TriCool™ Specifications:
Size:
Rated Voltage:
Operating Voltage:
140 x 25 mm
DC 12V
10.2V ~ 13.8V
Speed
(RPM)
High
1500
Medium
1100
Low
700
Input
Current
0.28A
(Max.)
0.20A
0.15A
Air Flow
2.7 m³ / min
(94.6 CFM)
1.9 m³ / min
(66.8 CFM)
1.33 m³ / min
(47 CFM)
Static
Pressure
1.7mm-H2O
(0.07 inch-H2O)
0.9mm-H2O
(0.04 inch-H2O)
0.4mm-H2O
(0.02 inch-H2O)
Acoustic
Noise
32 dBA
21 dBA
20 dBA
Input
Power
3.4W
2.4W
1.8W
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Side Panel TriCool™ Fan – This Big Boy 200™ fan is placed in the side panel of the case, ensuring proper cooling of the hottest graphics cards and motherboard equipment.
Big Boy 200™ Specifications:
Size: 200 x 30 mm
Rated Voltage:
Operating Voltage:
DC 12V
10.2V ~ 13.8V
Speed
(RPM)
Input
Current
Air Flow
Static
Pressure
Acoustic
Noise
Input
Power
High
800
0.3A
(Max.)
3.8 m³ / min
(134 CFM)
0.7mm-H2O
(0.03 inch-H2O)
29 dBA 3.6W
Medium
600
0.17A
3.1 m³ / min
(108 CFM)
0.4mm-H2O
(0.02 inch-H2O)
27 dBA 2.0W
Low
400
0.08A
2.3 m³ / min
(83 CFM)
0.2mm-H2O
(0.01 inch-H2O)
24 dBA 1.0W
Note: The minimum voltage to start a 120mm TriCool™ fan is 5V. We recommend that you set the fan speed switch to High if you choose to connect the fan(s) to a fan control device or to the
Fan-Only connector found on some Antec power supplies. A fan control device regulates the fan speed by varying the voltage, which may start as low as 4.5V to 5V. Connecting a TriCool™ fan set on Medium or Low to a fan-control device may result in the fan not being able to start because the already lowered voltage from the fan control device will be further reduced by the TriCool™ circuitry below 5V.
4.2 O
PTIONAL
F
ANS
There are three optional 120 mm fan mounts – two front fans and a middle fan (at the rear of the upper
HDD cage). These three fans should be installed so that the air is blowing into the case from the front.
Front Fans – The front fans are designed to enhance the HDD cooling.
Middle Fan – The middle fan is designed to cool the VGA solution in your computer. In this case, the
HDD cage acts as a duct, drawing cool air from the front of the case. You can choose to mount only the middle fan or you can mount both the front and the middle fan to enhance cooling. If you decide to mount any HDD into the upper cage you will not be able to use the middle fan.
1. Find the two fan wire brackets from the hardware kit box.
2. Install the wire brackets into the HDD cage.
3. Clip the fan into position.
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Note: In order to build a quieter system we recommend NOT installing the optional fans if they are not necessary for the cooling of your components. If you choose to install them, we recommend using Antec 120mm TriCool™ fans and setting the speed to Low.
4.3
W ASHABLE A IR F ILTERS
There are two filters located behind the front grills and one behind the grill of the side Big Boy 200™.
Occasionally, it will be necessary to wash the installed air filters, as not washing them may result in higher system temperatures and possible stability problems. We recommend checking the air filter at least once a month initially. The frequency will change depending on environmental conditions and system usage, as users whose systems run 24/7 will likely have to check more often than those who do not use their systems every day.
To remove the front filters:
1. Push one of the fan grills at the right middle edge to separate the grill from the chassis. The filter will still be attached by a hinge on the opposite side of the filter. Swing the filter out so that it is perpendicular to the case.
2. Using both hands, lift the filter up and angle the base of the filter toward you until both tabs detach from the hinge. Remove the filter.
To remove the side filter:
1. Examine the external fan assembly on the panel and locate the filter tab.
2. Pull on the tab to remove the filter.
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