ASUS Q21136 MicroATX Case User Manual

June 1, 2024
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ASUS Q21136 MicroATX Case

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Product Information

Specifications

  • PSU x4
  • Motherboard / 2.5 Drive Screws x12
  • 3.5 Drive Screws x12
  • 2.5 Drive Screws x12
  • Rubber Washers x12
  • Standoff Tool x1
  • Cable Ties x8

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Installation Guide

  2. Remove the Side Panels
    Instructions to remove the side panels go here.

  3. Install the Power Supply Unit (PSU)
    Detailed steps on how to install the PSU concerning the provided scenario and PSU mount specifications.

  4. Install the Cooler & RAM on the Motherboard
    Step-by-step guide on installing the cooler and RAM on the motherboard.

  5. Install the I/O Shield
    Instructions on how to correctly install the I/O shield.

  6. Install the Motherboard Unit
    Guidance on installing the motherboard unit with the provided screws.

  7. Attach the Front I/O Connectors
    How to connect the front I/O connectors properly.

  8. Install the PCI-E Card
    Step-by-step process of installing the PCI-E card securely.

  9. Install the 2.5 Drives
    Guide on installing the 2.5 drives using the provided screws.

  10. Install the 3.5 / 2.5 Drives
    Detailed steps on installing both 3.5 and 2.5 drives, including a note on avoiding interference with the PSU.

  11. Installation and Maintenance of the Dust Filters
    Information on how to properly install and maintain dust filters for optimal performance.

  12. Additional Information

    • CPU Cooler Height Limitation
      Maximum height allowed for CPU coolers is 170mm.

    • Graphics Card Limitation
      The maximum supported length for graphics cards is 338mm.

    • Fan Setup Compatibility
      Compatible fan sizes: 120mm x 6, 140mm x 2.

    • Water-cooling Radiator Options
      List of compatible water-cooling radiator sizes.

FAQs

  • Q: Can I use accessories from other products with this chassis?
    A: No, it’s recommended to only use accessories designed for this product to avoid risks like electric shock or fire.

  • Q: Where can I find information about chemical substances in the product?
    A: Visit the ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm for details on chemical substances in compliance with REACH regulations.

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Accessory Kit Contents

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Installation Guide

Remove the Side Panels

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Install the Power Supply Unit (PSU)

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  • Liquid-cooling: Supports a 360mm AIO CPU cooler on the top and ensures full thermal performance.
  • Neutral: Supports one 2.5” storage drive and enough space for PSU cable management.
  • Full storage: Supports either one 3.5” or 2.5” storage device on the front panel.

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(7\)

Install the Cooler & RAM on the Motherboard

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(8\)

Install the I/O Shield

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(9\)

Install the Motherboard Unit

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(10\)

Attach the Front I/O Connectors

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(11\)

Install the PCI-E Card

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(12\)

Install the 2.5” Drives

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Install the 3.5”/2.5” Drives

NOTE:
When installing the storage device to the front of the chassis, consider the PSU length and make sure that the storage device does not interfere with the PSU.

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(15\)

NOTE:
When installing the storage device to the front of the chassis, consider the PSU length and make sure that the storage device does not interfere with the PSU.

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(16\)

Installation and Maintenance of the Dust Filters

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(17\)

Additional Information

CPU Cooler Height Limitation

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(18\)

Graphics Card Limitation

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(19\)

Fan Setup Compatibility

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(20\)

Water-cooling Radiator Options

ASUS-Q21136-MicroATX-Case-Fig- \(21\)

Safety Information

Safety Precautions
Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire.

Declaration of compliance for product environmental regulation

  • ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
  • Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/Compliance.htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS has complied with:

EU RoHS
This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=35.

India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.

Vietnam RoHS
ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011, meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.

Australia statement notice

  • From 1 January 2012 updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details please visit https://www.asus.com/support/. 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 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.
  • If you require assistance please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support/.

REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products on the ASUS REACH website at
http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. (English)

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