CORSAIR Carbide Series Tempered Glass Mid-Tower Gaming Case Installation Guide

: June 7, 2024
: Corsair

CORSAIR Carbide Series Spec-Alpha Installation Guide

CORSAIR Carbide Series Spec-Alpha

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Congratulations!

Thank you for purchasing the Carbide Series SPEC-ALPHA Mid-Tower Gaming Case.

With its bold, angular design the SPEC-ALPHA is designed to draw attention to itself. But those looks are far more than skin deep – the modern, optical drive free layout provides for fantastic cooling options, and built-in support for USB 3.0, SSDs, and a 3-speed fan controller give you the flexibility to build just about anything you want – and thanks to the large side panel window, show it off.

Case Specifications

Length: 518mm
Width: 220mm
Height: 474mm
Weight: 6.2kg

Maximum GPU length: 380mm
Maximum CPU cooler height: 156mm
Maximum PSU length: 190mm

Case Specifications

Accessory Kit Contents

Case Features

1. Removing the Side Panels

Simply remove the thumbscrews then slide the side panels back and out.

Note: Corsair recommends removing both side panels and setting them aside when building your system to avoid accidental damage. Both side panels are interchangeable and should be removed to reduce clutter

Removing the Side Panels

2. Installing the Motherboard

First, install your motherboard’s I/O shield (see your motherboard’s manual for guidance).

Align your motherboard with the pre-installed standoffs.

Use the provided screws to secure the motherboard to the motherboard tray. b

Installing the Motherboard

3. Installing PCI-E/PCI Card(s)

Remove slot cover, install expansion card, and secure with screw(s) as necessary.

Installing PCI-E

4. Installing the Power Supply

Position the PSU on the bottom of the case then align the case holes and secure the PSU with screws provided with your power supply.

Installing the Power Supply

5. Removing the Front Fascia

To remove the front fascia, gently pull the front away from the case while pressing on the tabs securing it.

Removing the Front Fascia

6. Removing the Top Panel

Remove the screws from the top rear of the case, and slide top panel backwards gently until you can lift it off.

Removing the Top Panel

7. Installing HDDs and SSDs

Simply pull back retention arm and slide in the 2.5″ SSD or 3.5″ HDD until the retention arm snaps back into place.

Installing HDDs and SSDs

8. Installing Additional SSDs

Align the 2.5” drive to the mid-panel of the case, and secure with the included screws from the accessory box.

Installing Additional SSDs

9. Connecting the Fan Controller

Connect the SATA power connector to the PSU SATA power cable.
Connect the 3 or 4-Pin fan connecter to the case fan header.
Push the fan speed selector button on your case to toggle fan speed.

Connecting the Fan Controller

10. Installing the Front I/O Connectors

See your motherboard’s manual for front panel header locations and pin-outs.

diagramInstalling the Front IO Connectors

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I remove the I/O Panel ?
If needed, you can uninstall your I/O panel by removing the front fascia (step

then unscrewing the 2 screws at each side of panel. (see drawing).

Does the polarity matter with the I/O panel’s power and reset header?
No, only the LED headers.
Who should I contact if I received my case damaged or one of the fans is no longer working?
Please go to www.corsair.force.com and request an RMA so that we can replace the damaged part(s).
Where can I mount a fan?