GIGABYTE C500 PANORAMIC STEALTH ATX Mid-Tower PC Case Installation Guide
Warranty and Compliance Information
Gigabyte provides limited product warranty. For the latest and current terms of the Limited Product Warranty, please visit Gigabyte's Warranty Page.
WEEE Information: This symbol ? on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.
中国《电器电子产品有害物质限制使用管理办法》标示 (China RoHS Compliance)
产品中有害物质的名称及含量 (Name and Content of Hazardous Substances in Products)
| 部件名称 (Part Name) | 铅(Pb) | 汞(Hg) | 镉(Cd) | 六价铬(Cr(VI)) | 多溴联苯(PBB) | 多溴二苯醚 (PBDE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 机箱组 (Chassis Assembly) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 面板组 (Panel Assembly) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| I/O模块 (I/O Module) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 风扇 (Fan) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 安装套件 (Accessory Kit) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 电源 (Power Supply) | X | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364的规定编制。 (This table is prepared in accordance with SJ/T 11364.)
○: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在GB/T 26572规定的限量要求以下。 (○: Indicates that the content of this hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials of this part is below the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.)
X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求。 (X: Indicates that the content of this hazardous substance in at least one homogeneous material of this part exceeds the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.)
但所有部件都符合欧盟RoHS 要求。 (However, all parts comply with EU RoHS requirements.)
Company Information:
Asia (Headquarters): GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231. Tel: +886-2-8912-4000. Website: www.gigabyte.com
China: GIGABYTE CHINA. Address: 24/F, HaiTong Securities Tower, No.689 Guangdong Road, Shanghai, China. Tel: +86-21-6340-0912.
Europe: G.B.T. TECHNOLOGY TRADING GMBH Germany. Address: Bullenkoppel 16, 22047 Hamburg, Deutschland. Tel: +49-40-25 33 040.
North America: G.B.T. INC. USA. Address: 17358 Railroad Street, City of Industry, CA91748 USA. Tel: +1-626-854-9338.
Product Overview
Image depicting the GIGABYTE C500 PANORAMIC STEALTH ATX Mid-Tower PC Case.
Dimensions and Clearance:
- Max CPU Height: 176mm
- Max GPU Length: 410mm
- Max PSU Length: 200mm
Visual indicators showing support for GPU length up to 410mm, PSU length up to 200mm, and CPU height up to 176mm.
Installation Guide
Please visit www.gigabyte.com for more product information.
Fitting Pack Contents
| Figure | Part's Name | Qty | Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Screw Icon] | Screw A | 19 | Motherboard (9) / SSD (8) / VGA vertical installation (2) |
| [Screw Icon] | Screw B | 4 | PSU |
| [Screw Icon] | Screw C | 4 | VGA installation |
| [Screw Icon] | Screw D | 8 | 3.5" HDD |
| [Standoff Icon] | Standoff 6.5mm | 7 | Motherboard (4, pre-installed) / Backup (3) |
| [Standoff Icon] | Standoff 16mm | 2 | VGA vertical installation |
| [Cable Tie Icon] | Cable Tie | 10 | Cable management |
| [Bracket Icon] | PCI-E Vertical Bracket Cover | 1 | VGA vertical installation |
Step-by-Step Installation
Step 1: Remove Side Panels
Diagram shows the PC case with both side panels being removed.
Remove both side panels. Be careful when handling the tempered glass panel.
Step 2: Install Motherboard
Diagram shows the motherboard being placed inside the case, aligning with standoffs. Screw A is indicated.
Install the motherboard. The quantity of 6.5mm standoffs depends on the motherboard's type.
Step 3: Install Power Supply (PSU)
Diagram shows the PSU being installed into its bay. Screw B is indicated.
Install the power supply.
Step 4: Install Add-on Cards (VGA)
Diagram shows the installation of expansion cards.
4.1 Horizontal VGA Card Installation
Diagram shows a graphics card being installed horizontally into a PCIe slot. Screw C is indicated.
Install the horizontal VGA card.
4.2 Vertical VGA Card Installation (Requires optional PCI-E riser cable)
Diagram shows the installation of a graphics card vertically using a PCI-E riser cable and bracket. Standoff 16mm and Screw C are indicated. A note advises adjusting the bracket direction first.
Install the vertical VGA card. Before installing vertically, please adjust the bracket's direction first.
Step 5: Install Hard Drives (HDD/SSD)
Diagrams show the installation of 3.5" HDDs and 2.5" SSDs into drive bays.
5.1 For 3.5" HDD & 2.5" SSD
Diagram shows a 3.5" HDD and a 2.5" SSD being mounted. Screw D is indicated for HDD, Screw A for SSD.
Install 3.5" HDD and 2.5" SSD.
5.2 For 3.5" HDD
Diagram shows a 3.5" HDD being mounted. Screw D is indicated.
Install 3.5" HDD.
5.3 For 2.5" SSD
Diagram shows a 2.5" SSD being mounted. Screw A is indicated.
Install 2.5" SSD.
Step 6: Install Additional System Fans (Not Included)
Diagram shows locations where additional system fans can be installed.
Install additional system fans.
Step 7: Cooling System Support
Diagrams illustrate the supported fan sizes for different locations: Top, Side, Rear, Bottom, and PSU Shroud.
- Top: Supports 120mm, 140mm, 240mm, 280mm, 360mm fans.
- Side: Supports 120mm, 240mm, 360mm fans.
- Rear: Supports 120mm, 140mm fans.
- Bottom: Supports 120mm, 140mm fans.
- PSU Shroud: Supports 120mm fans.
I/O Connectors and RGB Lighting
Diagram showing the rear panel I/O ports and internal headers for RGB lighting and system fans.
I/O Connectors
The rear panel typically includes:
- USB Type-C ?
- USB 3.0 ?
- HD AUDIO ?
- Other standard motherboard I/O ports (e.g., DisplayPort, HDMI, LAN, Wi-Fi antennas - not explicitly detailed in diagram but implied by case design).
Front Panel Connectors
Internal headers for front panel controls and indicators:
- POWER SW [Power Switch]
- POWER LED+ [Power LED+]
- POWER LED- [Power LED-]
- RESET SW [Reset Switch]
RGB Lighting & System Fan
Connectors for RGB lighting strips and system fans. Specific header types (e.g., 4-pin RGB, 3-pin ARGB, 4-pin PWM fan) would typically be detailed on the motherboard manual, but the diagram shows general connection points.
