COOLER MASTER NCORE 100 MAX Bronze Edition User Guide

COOLER MASTER NCORE 100 MAX Bronze Edition

NCORE 100 Product Information

Specifications

• Case Dimensions (L x W x H): 155 x 212 x 481mm (Normal Mode), 172 x 212 x 481mm (Expanded Mode)
• Motherboard Support: Mini-ITX
• Expansion Slots: 3 PCIe Slot mounting
• Drive Bays: 1 x 2.5″ SSD
• Fan Support: 1 x 120mm top fan
• Liquid Cooling Support: Compatible with up to 48mm CPU coolers and up to 100mm radiators
• Power Supply Compatibility: SFX
• Maximum Graphics Card Size: 337 x 62 x 180 mm (Normal Mode, 3.0 Slot thick), 357 x 79 x 180mm (Expanded Mode, 3.9 Slot thick) including GPU power connector

Product Usage Instructions

Build Guide

1. Use the Stand-off socket tool (A) to install the motherboard stand-offs (A) on the case.
2. Use the Cable Tie (B) for cable management.
3. Install the #6-32*6mm screws (C) to secure the motherboard and other components.
4. Use the SSD Mounting pin (D) to install the SSD toollessly.
5. Install the SSD using the SSD Mounting (E).
6. Attach the Large Top Panel (F) for Expanded Mode.

PSU Installation

• Connect the AC Power Cord (A) to the outlet.
• Connect the GPU Power (B) using the provided cables.
• Connect the SSD Sata Power using the 6Pin to SATA cable (C).

Cooling

• Install the Intel 115x/1200 Backplane (A) or Intel 1700 Backplane (B) depending on your CPU type.
• Use the Intel Tripod (C) or AMD Tripod (D) depending on your CPU type.
• Apply Thermal Paste (E) for CPU heat dissipation.
• Lock the Intel & AMD Socket using the provided screws (F, G, H).

Remove Panels

1. Pull to remove the front bracket (1).
2. Remove the front bracket (2).

Install Motherboard

• Connect the 24 Pin Power to the motherboard.
• Connect Audio cables.
• Install the PCIe Riser Cable.
• Connect USB 3.2 Gen 1/3.0 and SATA cables.

Install CPU Block: Intel & AMD

1. Place a centered and 3-5mm diameter droplet of thermal paste on the CPU.
2. For Intel, follow the instructions for LGA 115X/1200/1700.
3. For AMD, follow the instructions for Socket AM4/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/FM2+/FM2/FM1.

Finish Installation
Once all components are installed, you have completed the installation process.

Install GPU

1. Ensure the GPU size is within the specified dimensions: Max 337mm length, Max 62mm thickness.
2. Follow the instructions for GPU installation based on the provided diagrams (A, B, C).

Install 8PIN GPU

• Connect the 8 Pin PCI-e power connectors to the GPU.
• For additional GPUs, repeat the same steps.

Install 2.5″ SSD

1. Install the SSD in the designated SSD mounting location.

FAQ

• Q: What size motherboard does the NCORE 100 support?
  A: The NCORE 100 supports Mini-ITX motherboards.

• Q: What is the maximum graphics card size supported by the NCORE 100?
  A: The maximum graphics card size supported is 337 x 62 x 180mm (Normal Mode, 3.0 Slot thick) or 357 x 79 x 180mm (Expanded Mode, 3.9 Slot thick) including the GPU power connector.

• Q: What type of power supply is compatible with the NCORE 100?
  A: The NCORE 100 is compatible with SFX power supplies.

• Q: Can I install liquid cooling in the NCORE 100?
  A: Yes, the NCORE 100 supports liquid cooling with up to 100mm radiators.

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Dimension

 ACCESSORY BOX

CASE

PSU

COOLING

REMOVE PANELS
REMOVE FRONT BRACKET REMOVE FRONT BRACKET
INSTALL MOTHERBOARD

INSTALL CPU BLOCK: INTEL & AMD

INSTALL CPU BLOCK: INTEL

INSTALL CPU BLOCK: INTEL
Intel – LGA 115X / 1200 / 1700

INSTALL CPU BLOCK: AMD
AMD Socket AM4/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/FM2+/FM2/FM1

 FINISH INSTALLATION

INSTALL GPU

 INSTALL 8PIN GPU

INSTALL 2.5” SSD

SPECIFICATIONS

CASE

172 x 212 x 481mm (Expanded Mode)
Motherboard Support| Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots| 3 PCIe Slot mounting
Drive Bays| 2.5” SSD| 1
Fan Support| Top| 1 x 120mm
Liquid Cooling Support| Top| 120mm

Compatibility (maximum)

| CPU Cooler| 48mm
Power Supply| 100mm
RAM| 48mm

Graphics Card

| 337 X 62 X 180 mm(Normal,3.0 Slot thick)

357 x 79 x 180mm(Expanded,3.9 Slot thick) (Maximum space including GPU power connector)

Power Supply| SFX

POWER SUPPLY

EPS 8 Pin x1
PCI-e 6+2 Pin x3
SATA x2
12VHPWR x1
AC INPUT| 100-240V~ , 12-6A , 50-60Hz
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DC OUTPUT

| +5V| +3.3V| +12V| -12V| +5VSB
20A| 20A| 70.8A| 0.3A| 3A
TOTAL POWER| 120W| 849.6W| 3.6W| 15W
850W

WATERCOOLING

**** CPU Socket| Intel| LGA 1700 / 1200/ 1151 / 1150 / 1155

/ 1156 / scoket

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AMD| AM5 / AM4 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+/ AM2

/ FM2+ /FM2 / FM1 scoket

Radiator| Material| Aluminum
Dimensions (L x W x H)| 158.8 x 119.2 x38 mm
6.3 x 4.7 x 1.5 inch
**** Pump| Dimensions (L x W x H)| 81 x 76 x 47 mm
3.2 x 3 x 1.9 inch
MTTF (Hours)| 70,000 hours
Noise Level (dBA)| <12dBA
Connector| 3-Pin
Rated Voltage (VDC)| 12
Power Consumption (W)| 3.96 W

FANS

WARRANTY INFORMATION

CASE/COOLER
Cooler Master guarantees that this device is free of defect in material and workmanship, and provides a two-year limited hardware warranty for the device commencing from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt for proof of purchase.
This product is designed for computer usage only. Using this device in any other capacity voids the warranty. If you are not familiar with computer hardware installation, please ask for professional assistance.
The warranty offered covers normal use. Defect or damage that result from improper operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect, which are not the fault of Cooler Master, are exclude from warranty coverage.

Note : the warranty is voided by removal or alternation of product or parts identification labels.

• All OEM/bulk packaging product come with one year limited warranty
• In case of conflict between the warranty provided by the country of point of sale and this manual, the warranty of the actual country of point of sale shall be the prevailing document.
• In case of malfunction of electronic components or need of accessories purchase during the warranty period, please return to the original store of purchase.

Note: The form is only applied to China law.
Note: The form is only applied to China law.

Cooler Master Products: Limited Warranty This document describes the warranty terms for all Cooler Master product sold in Australia For Australia only: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Telephone: +886-2-2225-3517 (standard international call charges apply.) Who the Warranty Protects: This Warranty is valid to the original purchaser only. This warranty is valid only for the Cooler Master Products distributed by authorized dealer(s) in Australia. Please contact Cooler Master for warranty information and services:

• Cooler Master Support: account.coolermaster.com What Is and Is Not Covered It is important to note that our warranty is not an unconditional guarantee for the duration of the Program. Any replaced parts become the property of Cooler Master. The Program does not apply to the software component of a product or a product which has been damaged due to accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation, usage not in accordance with product specifications and instructions, natural or personal disaster, or unauthorized alterations, repairs or modifications.

The Program does not cover any events such as below

• Any damages unrelated to manufacturing defects.
• Any unsuitable environment or use of the product in Cooler Master Opinion.
• Any product which has been modified without official permission from Cooler Master, or on which the serial number or warranty sticker has been defaced, modified, or removed. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
• Accident, abuse, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, commercial or industrial use, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions included with the product.
• Third party products using Cooler Master Components will not be covered by warranty. See your vendor or the manufacturer for information about servicing.
• Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Cooler Master, Inc.
• Any shipment damages (claims must be made with the carrier).
• Unauthorized repairs to a Cooler Master product will void the warranty offered by the Program. Cooler Master reserves the right to refuse to service any product which has been altered, modified or repaired by non- Cooler Master Service personnel.
• Cooler Master does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements. It is your responsibility to determine the suitability of this product for your purpose.
• Removal or installation charges.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping the product to Cooler Master. Cooler Master pays the cost of returning a product to you.
• Cooler Master reserves the right to replace the product with a service product at their sole discretion at any time.
• Product malfunction or damage resulting from liquids or moisture.
• All accessories that malfunction due to physical damage such as: USB cables, extension cables, adapter cables, adapters, power cords, screws, retention brackets, ear cups, and all other similar accessories. Limitation of implied warranties: THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Exclusion of damages COOLER MASTER’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. COOLER MASTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
• ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE
• ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY Warranty Information: If the goods is found with reasonable defect within the period of (refer to Table A.,) starting on the first day of purchase (with proof of invoice), this is what you must do, to claim the warranty from the above address. Procedures:
  1. Consumers should return to the shop where he/she has bought the goods, After confirming with the shop with a valid invoice, they may approach the distributor for RMA claim.
  2. After confirmed by the distributor that the goods was damaged due to natural causes, replacement and repair will be done by distributor (including brand new or refurbished goods)
  3. All faulty goods must return to the distributor, expenses for returning the faulty goods will be covered by the consumer, and distributor will cover the cost involved in the transporting of parts or repaired goods to the consumer.

Regarding all the expenses incurred in making the claim, and this is how you would claim

1. Within the valid warranty date, starting from the first day of issuing invoice, Retail shops will assist in confirmation with distributor for the consumer for the following. A. If the damage was caused by the consumer, then the consumer should cover all expenses in fixing the product, if the product still can’t be fixed, we would suggest consumer in buying a brand new product.
2. Faulty broducts with see render ratty dates expensed suades cers ente distribase a brand new products, without undergoina for repairs

Table A:
Cooler Master Products Please check your user manual for the exact warranty period terms for products that are not shown below. For more warranty information, please visit our official website: http://www.coolermaster.com/service/warranty.html

Chassis

Safety Instructions

• Do not open the power supply unit as this can lead to serious injury or death.
• Do not insert objects into spinning fan. This will damage the power supply unit and can lead to injuries.
• Do not use excessive force when attaching the power connectors to the power supply unit. When correct connectors are used, excessive force is not need to install them.
• Keep power supply unit in dry environments away from humidity. If the power supply unit gets wet, immediately remove the AC power plug from the wall and the power supply unit. For your own safety, it is recommended that you do not use the power supply unit again after getting it wet.
• Avoid using low quality extension cables for the power supply side connectors as this can cause the cables to melt and even lead to fire.
• This power supply unit has been tested for PC usage only. We cannot guarantee operation or safety performance when used for other applications.

Installing the Power Supply Unit

1. Make sure the main power switch is turned off before installing the power supply unit.
2. Secure the power supply unit within the PC case enclosure with 3 or 4 screws for grounding and stability purposes.
3. Connect the power connectors according to the motherboard, graphics card, and other device user guides that will be used in the system.
4. Connect the AC power connector.
5. Switch on the power switch.

Troubleshooting

If your system does not turn on after installing the power supply, please follow the troubleshooting guide as listed below:

1. Make sure the AC power cord is correctly and firmly connected on both sides.
2. Make sure the power switch is turned on.
3. Make sure the main power connector and +12V power connectors are correctly connected to the motherboard.
4. If the power supply does not function properly, please contact our customer support immediately.

Warranty

Cooler Master guarantees this device to be free of defects in material and workmanship and provide a minimum 10-year hardware limited warranty for the power supply on the date of purchase. Please register on our official website to activate your limited warranty. This product was designed and intended for computer usage only. Using this device for other applications will void the warranty. If you are not familiar with computer hardware installation, please ask a professional for assistance. This warranty only applies to the power supply unit and does not include accessories or connected components. This warranty only applies to damage caused by normal use and is void if it is determined that the device was damaged because of abuse, alteration, misuse, negligence, incorrect voltage supply, air/water pollution, accidents, or natural disasters. In the event of any defects within the warranty period, please return product to the dealer or retailer from whom you purchased for a replacement/repair. Please contact our customer service team for any technical or product related questions.

Limited warranty period: http://www.coolermaster.com/service/warranty.html

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