SEASONIC ARCH Q5 Series ARCH Q503 Chassis with The Tidiest PSU Implementation Installation Guide

: June 4, 2024
: Seasonic

Table of Contents

SEASONIC ARCH Q5 Series ARCH Q503 Chassis with The Tidiest PSU
Test the Seasonic CONNECT before installation
Test the Seasonic CONNECT before installation
Position your PSU
Install the Seasonic CONNECT
Install the Seasonic CONNECT
Install the Seasonic CONNECT
Case Overview
Connectors and Buttons
Remove Side Panel
Power Supply Installation
Installation/Uninstallation Seasonic CONNECT
Motherboard Installation
VGA/PCI-Express Card Installation
Fan Installation
Liquid Cooling Radiator Installation
Hard Disk Installation
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

SEASONIC ARCH Q5 Series ARCH Q503 Chassis with The Tidiest PSU

Implementation

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WARNING! – IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

NEVER, under any circumstances, open the power supply (PSU) due to high voltage inside. WARRANTY IS VOID once the cover is removed.
DO NOT insert any object into the fan grill or the ventilation area.
DO NOT place any object in front of the fan or the ventilation area that may obstruct or restrict airﬂow.
USE ONLY the Seasonic modular cables provided in the packaging box.
KEEP the PSU in a dry environment, away from humidity. The power supply is to be integrated into a computer system and not intended for external or outdoor usage.

Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause harmful interference,
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Product: Switching Power Supply
Model name: Please refer to the rating label on the product. Contact: www.seasonic.com/contact-us

Test the Seasonic CONNECT before installation

Attach the Seasonic CONNECT to the PSU.
Plug the AC power cord into the PSU. Make sure that the AC power is coming directly from the wall outlet. It is recommended to use a high quality surge protector to protect the PSU and the system.
Set the fan control of the power supply to Normal Mode.
In Hybrid or Fanless Mode (S3FC) the fan will not turn.
Connect both the 18-pin and the 10-pin connectors of the motherboard cable to the Seasonic CONNECT.
Attach the Power Supply Tester to the 24-pin motherboard connector. There is a notch on the Tester that ﬁts directly into the notch on the 24-pin connector.

Test the Seasonic CONNECT before installation

Turn on the power supply by setting the I/O switch to the “I” (ON) position.
If the power supply fan starts spinning, and the LED light on the Seasonic CONNECT is lit, then your PSU is working.

Position your PSU

Bottom of standard ATX cases
The fan control setting determines the optimal PSU placement.

In “Hybrid” mode
Seasonic recommends to install your PSU with the ventilation top cover facing UPWARD, towards the direction of the motherboard. This will ensure natural heat dissipation.

In “Normal” mode
Although the direction of mounting is optional, it is not recommended to install the PSU with the ventilation top cover facing downward if there are no ventilation holes on the bottom of the case.

The Seasonic CONNECT cannot be used when the PSU is installed on the top side of the case.

Install the Seasonic CONNECT

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Secure all 4 mounting screws. 3.2. Make sure the PSU switch is in the “O” (OFF)
Make sure the PSU switch is in the “O” (OFF) position.
Select the fan control type if your PSU has this option

Install the Seasonic CONNECT

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ATTENTION! The intended use of the Seasonic CONNECT and the PSU is to power PC systems. If you intend to do mining, please contact Seasonic for special cables.
Plug the PSU cable into the Seasonic CONNECT.

Install the Seasonic CONNECT

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Attach the Seasonic CONNECT to the case.
Connect all the necessary system DC cables (Motherboard, CPU, VGA, HDD, Optical Drivers, etc). The connectors should click to lock in.
ATTENTION! Use only cables provided by Seasonic! Should you require additional cables, please contact Seasonic.

Motherboard cable (18+10-pin connectors)

Make sure both Motherboard connectors on the Seasonic CONNECT are properly connected.
Connect the AC power cord to the PSU. Plug the AC power cord into the wall socket.
Click the AC ON/OFF switch to the “I” (ON) position.
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