be quiet Pure Base 500 FX Test Airflow Case User Manual

June 10, 2024
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be quiet Pure Base 500 FX Test Airflow Case

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PURE BASE 500 FX – User Manual

Introduction

The PURE BASE 500 FX is a mid-tower computer case that offers impressive lighting and exceptional airflow. This user manual provides important information about the product, including warranty details, manufacturer’s information, and copyright information.

Specifications

  • Motherboard compatibility: ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX
  • Case type: Midi-Tower
  • PSU: PS2 ATX (not included) 450 x 232 x 463
  • Material: Steel (SGCC), ABS plastic
  • Weight (kg): 8.00 (net) / 9.20 (gross)
  • I/O Panel: 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 1, HD Audio, LED Switch Button
  • PCI Slots: 7
  • Drive Bays: up to 4x 2.5 (4 included) up to 2x 3.5 (2 included)

Product Usage Instructions

To use the PURE BASE 500 FX, follow these instructions:

  1. Ensure that your motherboard is compatible with ATX, M-ATX, or Mini-ITX.
  2. Install your PSU in the designated area of the case (PS2 ATX, not included).
  3. Connect your motherboard and other components to the case using the appropriate cables.
  4. Use the included drive bays to install up to 4x 2.5 drives and up to 2x 3.5 drives.
  5. Connect your peripherals to the I/O panel, which includes 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 1, HD Audio, and an LED Switch Button.
  6. If desired, use the LED Switch Button to control the lighting in the case.

Warranty Information

  • 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 Listen.
  • be quiet! is a registered trademark of Listen 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 Listen products are subject to ongoing development. Listen reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any product described in this documentation without prior notice.
  • Under no circumstances shall Listen 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 time of writing. Listen 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.

Listen reserves the right to make changes to this documentation or to withdraw the documentation at any time without prior announcement.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Motherboard compatibility ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type Midi-Tower
PSU PS2 ATX (not included)
Dimensions (L x W x H in mm) 450 x 232 x 463
Material Steel (SGCC), ABS plastic
Weight (kg) 8.00 (net) / 9.20 (gross)
I/O Panel 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen. 1, HD Audio, LED Switch

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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

Images Part Name Amount Usage
6#32 screw 13 Affixing the motherboard and PSU bracket
M3 screw 12 Fastening the SSD
HDD screw 8 Affixing the HDD
Velcro ties 4 Cable management
Cable ties 6 Cable management

EXPLODED VIEW AND DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

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A Side panel H SSD panel
B Light Wings fan I PSU bracket
C Bottom dust filter J Top cover
D Case front K PCI express cover
E Front dust filter L PCI express bracket
F Double HDD cage M SSD panel slot cover
G SSD bracket N PWM & ARGB Hub

FAN COMPATIBILITY

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Position Size (mm)
Top 120, 240
Front 120, 140, 240, 280, 360
Rear 120, 140

RADIATOR COMPATIBILITY

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Position Size (mm)
Top 2x 120 / 140
Front 3x 120 / 2x 140
Rear 1x 120 / 140

REMOVING THE SIDE PANEL

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REMOVAL OF THE SIDE WINDOW

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REMOVING THE FRONT DUST FILTER

REMOVING THE BOTTOM DUST FILTER

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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

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INSTALLING THE MOTHERBOARD

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INSTALLATION OF GRAPHICS CARD

COMPLETE SYSTEM

CABLE MANAGEMENT

ARGB MODES AND COLORS

Color / Mode Regular Breath Comet Trail
White 1 2 3 4
Red 5 6 7 8
Green 9 10 11 12
Blue 13 14 15 16
Orange 17 18 19 20
Purple 21 22 23 24
All colors 25 26 27 28 – OFF

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 merchant-ability 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.

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