Thermaltake Core X71
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Specification
| Case Type | Full Tower |
| Dimension (H*W*D) | 677 x 250 x 511 mm (26.7 x 9.8 x 20.1 inch) |
| Side Panel | Transparent Window |
| Material | SPCC |
| Fan Support | Front: 3 x 120mm, 3 x 140mm, 2 x 200mm |
| Top: 3 x 120mm, 3 x 140mm, 2 x 200mm | |
| Rear: 1 x 120mm, 1 x 140mm | |
| Bottom: 2 x 120mm, 2 x 140mm | |
| Left/Right Side: 3 x 120mm, 2 x 140mm | |
| Radiator Support | Front: 1 x 480mm, 1 x 420mm |
| Top: 1 x 360mm, 1 x 280mm | |
| Rear: 1 x 120mm, 1 x 140mm | |
| Bottom: 1 x 120mm, 1 x 140mm | |
| Left/Right Side: 1 x 360mm, 1 x 280mm | |
| Clearance | CPU cooler height limitation: 180mm |
| VGA length limitation: 278mm (with HDD rack) / 420mm (without HDD rack) | |
| PSU length limitation: 180mm (With Bottom Fan) / 220mm (Without Bottom Fan) |
Accessory
| Figure | Parts Name | Q'ty | Used for |
| [Stand-off symbol] | Stand-off #6-32 x 6mm | 2 | Motherboard |
| [Screw symbol] | Screw #6-32 x 6mm | 4 | Power |
| [Screw symbol] | Screw #6-32 x 5mm | 12 | 3.5" HDD |
| [Rubber symbol] | Rubber | 12 | 3.5" HDD |
| [Screw symbol] | Screw M3 x 5mm | 22 | Motherboard, 2.5"HDD |
| [Nut Setter symbol] | Nut Setter | 1 | Stand-off |
| [Screw symbol] | Screw Ø5 x 12mm | 4 | Case Fan |
| [Cable Tie symbol] | Cable Tie | 5 | Cable Management |
| [Buzzer symbol] | Buzzer | 1 | Motherboard Alarm |
| [Low Noise Cable symbol] | Low Noise Cable | 2 | Fan |
| [8-pin Extension Cable symbol] | 8-pin Extension Cable | 1 | Power Connector Extension Cable |
| [Fan Bracket symbol] | Fan Bracket | 4 | Fan |
| [Power Rubber symbol] | Power Rubber | 4 | PSU |
Warning and Notice
Diagram showing CPU cooler height limit (less than 180mm) and VGA length limit (less than 278mm).
Warning!!
CPU Cooler Height Limitation: Please ensure that your CPU cooler does NOT exceed 180mm (7.1 inches) height.
VGA (Add-on card) Length Limitation: Please ensure that your VGA (Add-on card) does NOT exceed 278mm (10.9 inches) length.
Installation Guide
2.0 Side Panels Disassembly
Diagram showing how to remove side panels by unscrewing the back of the chassis and opening the side panel.
2.1 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Installation
Diagrams for Position A and Position B showing PSU installation.
2.2 Motherboard Installation
Diagram showing motherboard installation: 1. Lay down the chassis. 2. Install the motherboard in proper location and secure it with screws.
2.3 5.25" Device Installation
Diagram showing 5.25" device installation: 1. Remove the 5.25" drive bay cover. 2. Slide the 5.25" device into the drive bay to lock it. Note: Press the 5.25" tool-free mechanism to unlock.
2.4 3.5" & 2.5" HDD Installation
Diagrams for Type A, B, C, and D HDD installation. Type D shows ODD Tray Installation. Instructions: 1. Pull the HDD tray out. 2. Place the 2.5" or 3.5" hard drive on the tray and secure it with screws. 3. Slide the HDD tray back to the HDD cage.
2.5 PCI Card Installation
Diagram showing PCI card installation: Insert the PCI card into the PCI slot and secure it with a screw.
2.6 Keyboard & Mouse Security Lock Usage
Diagram showing keyboard/mouse cable routing through the security lock and securing it to the back panel.
2.7 Air Cooling Installation
Diagram illustrating fan placement for air cooling, showing fan sizes and locations (Top, Rear, Side, Bottom, Front).
2.8 Liquid Cooling Installation
Diagram illustrating radiator and fan placement for liquid cooling, showing radiator/fan sizes and locations (Top, Rear, Side, Front, Bottom).
2.9 Filter Installation
Diagram showing the installation of dust filters on the front and top of the case.
Leads Installation Guide
Case LED Connection
On the front of the case, you can find some LEDs and switch leads. Please consult your user manual of your motherboard manufacturer, then connect these leads to the panel header on the motherboard.
USB 2.0 Connection
Please consult your motherboard manual to find out the section of "USB connection".
USB 3.0 Connection
- Make sure your motherboard supports USB 3.0 connection.
- Connect the USB 3.0 cable to the available USB 3.0 port on your computer.
Audio Connection
Please refer to the following illustration of the Audio connector and your motherboard user manual. Please select the motherboard which used AC'97 or HD Audio (Azalia) (be aware that your audio supports AC'97 or HD Audio (Azalia)) or it will damage your device(s).
Diagram showing USB 3.0 connection pinout.
Diagram showing AUDIO AZALIA Function pinout.
Diagram showing AUDIO AC'97 Function pinout.
Maximum Radiator Installation Notice
Top Radiator Installation Notice
* Please consult radiator & memory height for proper installation
Diagram showing top radiator clearance with dimensions for 36 cm and 48 cm radiators. Also shows internal layout with radiator placement.
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