be quiet PURE BASE 500 FX Case User Manual

be quiet PURE BASE 500 FX Case

The Pure Base 500 FX is a Midi-Tower computer case with impressive lighting and exceptional airflow. The case is made of Steel (SGCC) and ABS plastic material, and it is compatible with ATX, M-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. The case also features up to 7 PCI slots and up to 4x 2.5 drive bays (4 included) and up to 2x 3.5 drive bays (2 included). The I/O panel includes 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 1, HD Audio, and an LED switch button.
The dimensions of the case are 450 x 232 x 463 mm, and it weighs 8.00 kg (net) or 9.20 kg (gross).

Product Usage Instructions

To use the Pure Base 500 FX computer case, follow these steps:

1. First, ensure that the case is compatible with your motherboard type. The case is compatible with ATX, M-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards.
2. Remove the side panels of the case by unscrewing the screws on the back of the case.
3. Install your motherboard onto the standoffs in the case.
4. Install your power supply unit into the case’s PSU slot. Note that the PSU is not included with the case.
5. Install your drives into the drive bays. The case supports up to 4x 2.5 drive bays (4 included) and up to 2x 3.5 drive bays (2 included).
6. Connect your components to the I/O panel, including USB devices and audio devices.
7. Connect the LED switch button to control the case’s lighting.
8. Replace the side panels of the case and screw them in place.
9. Power on your computer and enjoy using the Pure Base 500 FX case!

INTRODUCTION

Warranty

• 3-year manufacturer’s warranty for the consumer (original purchase from authorized be quiet! dealers only)
• Your original receipt of purchase will be required before warranty services are rendered. Please store it carefully.
• Manipulations and/or technical modifications of any kind, or damage due to the application of mechanical force, will void your warranty.
• To read the warranty terms and conditions in full, see Service/Warranty Conditions on our website at bequiet.com.
• Our General Terms and Conditions of Business also apply. For details please refer online under bequiet.com.
• Manufacturer’s details
• Listan GmbH | Wilhelm-Bergner-Straße 11c | 21509 Glinde | Germany Tel. 0049 40 736 7686 – 44 Fax 0049 40-7367686-69
• Email :service@bequiet.com
• Website: www.bequiet.com

Copyright

• You are not allowed to reproduce, disclose, publish or store the contents of this documentation, or excerpts of it, without the prior written consent of Listan.
• be quiet! is a registered trademark of Listan GmbH. Other products and company names mentioned in this documentation may be the brands or trademarks of their respective owners.
• In accordance with company policy, all Listan products are subject to ongoing development. Listan reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any product described in this document without prior notice.
• Under no circumstances shall Listan be held liable for loss of data or income, or for any specific, incidental, direct, or indirect damage, however it arises.
• The content of this documentation represents the status at ti+me of writing. Listan does not assume, whether expressed or implicit, any liability for the correctness or completeness of the content of this documentation, including, but not limited to the implicit guarantee of market suitability and fitness for a particular purpose, unless applicable laws or jurisdiction specifically stipulate such a liability.
• Listan reserves the right to make changes to this documentation or to withdraw the documentation at any time without prior announcement.

SPECIFICATIONS

Switch Button

PCI Slots| 7
Drive Bays| up to 4x 2.5 (4 included)

up to 2x 3.5 (2 included)

Preinstalled fans (mm) / (rpm)| Front: 3x Light Wings PWM 120 / 1700 Rear: 1x Light Wings PWM 140 / 1500
Maximum fans (mm)| Front: 2x 140 / 3x 120

Top: 2x 140 / 2x 120

Optional radiators (mm)| Front: 120, 140, 240, 280, 360

Top: 120, 240

Rear: 120, 140

Maximum Dimensions (mm)| CPU cooler: 190

PSU: 258 / 225 (depending on position of the HDD cage) GPU: 369

Special features| PWM & ARGB Hub, Switchable multi mode and multi color ARGB LED lighting (white, red, green, blue, orange, purple, rainbow), supports motherboard LED control

CONTENTS

EXPLODED VIEW AND DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

FAN COMPATIBILITY

RADIATOR COMPATIBILITY

REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL

REMOVAL OF THE SIDE WINDOW

REMOVING THE FRONT DUST FILTER

REMOVING THE BOTTOM DUST FILTER

INSTALLATION OF SSDs ON THE PANEL

INSTALLATION OF SSDs ON THE BRACKET

INSTALLING DRIVES INTO THE HDD CAGE

HDD CAGE POSITION

INSTALLING THE POWER SUPPLY

INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD

INSTALLATION OF GRAPHICS CARD

COMPLETE SYSTEM

CABLE MANAGEMENT

ARGB MODES AND COLORS

SYNCHRONIZATION ARGB

Limited Warranty

As per the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as given below, be quiet! warrants its new products to be free of defects resulting from faulty materials and faulty manufacturing for the length of the warranty period.

APPLICABILITY

• This non-transferable warranty is applicable to newly purchased, previously unopened be quiet! prod-ucts and is enforceable by only the original consumer purchaser. Proof of purchase is required for warranty service, so should be retained. be quiet! does not provide warranty registration services.

WARRANTY PERIOD

• For eligible products, parts and labor are warranted for the applicable warranty period from the date of purchase. The applicable warranty period varies by product model, and is identified in your user docu-mentation, on the product package, or as listed below. Should any of these warranty periods differ, the longest specified warranty period will apply. Replaced products will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty days, whichever is longer.

EXCLUSIONS

• The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Normal wear and tear.
2. Any product which has been modified without permission from be quiet!, or on which the serial num-ber or warranty sticker has been defaced, modified, or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
   • Accident, abuse, misuse or improper use, neglect, connection to an improper voltage source, unau-thorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions included with the product.
   • Fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature.
   • Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by be quiet!.
   • Shipping or transport damage (claims must be made with the carrier).
   • Any other cause which does not relate to a defect in materials or manufacturing workmanship.
4. Cartons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, accessories or other consumables used with this product.
5. be quiet!, Inc. does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements. It is your responsibility to determine the suitability of this product for your purpose.
6. Removal or installation charges.
7. Shipping charges.
8. Any incidental charges.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

• be quiet!‘s sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product at its option. be quiet! shall not, in any event, be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, or data (whether direct or indirect), damages resulting from interruption of service and loss of business, or for liability in tort relating to this product or resulting from its use or possession, even if be quiet! has been advised previously of the possibility of such damages.

LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

• There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to those of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The duration of implied warranties is limited to the warranty length specified in Paragraph II.

LOCAL LAW AND YOUR WARRANTY

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights granted under local law. These rights may vary.

NO OTHER WARRANTY

• No be quiet! employee, dealer, or other agent is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty.

TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR WARRANTY SERVICE

• Please see your product owner’s manual or visit the service section at www.bequiet.com for details and contact information.
• You will need to provide proof of purchase for warranty service.

References

• be quiet! - Silent PSUs, cases and PC cooling products. PSU calculator and cooler check for your PC
• be quiet! - Silent PSUs, cases and PC cooling products. PSU calculator and cooler check for your PC

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