AeroCool D502A Mid Tower Case Installation and Connection Guide

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Installation Guide

Component Installation Steps

1. Install Motherboard

   Mount the motherboard onto the standoffs provided in the case.

2. Install PSU

   Mount the Power Supply Unit (PSU) into its designated bay.

3. Install Add-on Card

   Insert expansion cards (e.g., graphics card, sound card) into the appropriate PCI-e slots on the motherboard.

4. Install 3.5" HDD x2

   Mount two 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drives into the drive bays.

5. Install 2.5" SSD x2

   Mount two 2.5-inch Solid State Drives into the designated mounting points.

6. Install 2.5" SSD x2

   Mount an additional two 2.5-inch Solid State Drives into the designated mounting points.

Front Panel Connections

Connect the front panel cables from the case to the corresponding headers on the motherboard:

• a: USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C
• b: Audio Jack (HD AUDIO)
• c: USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
• d: Reset Switch (RESET SW) - also functions as an LED control button.
• e: Power Switch (POWER SW)

Note on Reset Button: If connected to the RGB hub, the reset button can be used for LED control. Hold for 3 seconds to switch between motherboard and button control. Hold for 6 seconds to turn off LEDs; press once to turn them back on.

Accessory Contents

The accessory bag typically contains:

• MB | SSD Screw x 18
• HDD Screw x 4
• PSU Screw x 4
• MB Standoff x 1
• Fan Screw x 8

Cooling Support

Radiator Compatibility

The case supports radiators for liquid cooling systems in the following sizes:

• 120mm
• 140mm
• 240mm
• 280mm
• 360mm

Fan Compatibility

The case supports the installation of fans in various locations:

• 120mm Fans: Can be installed at the Front, Top, Rear, Side, and PSU locations.
• 140mm Fans: Can be installed at the Front, Top, and Side locations.

RGB Fan Hub Connection Setup (for ARGB Version)

This guide explains how to connect the RGB Fan Hub for synchronized lighting effects with compatible motherboards.

For Motherboards with ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light Sync, and GIGABYTE RGB Fusion:

• Connect the PWM connector (A) to the motherboard's PWM socket.
• Connect the Addressable RGB connector (B) to the motherboard's Addressable RGB socket.

For Non-Addressable RGB Motherboards:

• Connect the PWM connector (A) to the motherboard's PWM socket.
• Connect the 2-pin reset switch connector (D) to your hub.
• Connect the SATA power connector (C) to the PSU.
• Use the RGB fan connectors (E) and (F) to connect the Addressable RGB fans to your hub.

Note: The version of the case that does not include ARGB fans will not come with a control board.

The connection diagram visually represents the setup, showing how components like the PSU, motherboard headers (PWM, Addressable RGB), reset switch, and front I/O connectors interface with the RGB Fan Hub and fans.