SilverStone RM45-360 User Manual
Model: RM45-360
Website: www.silverstonetek.com
Product Overview
This section details the main components of the SilverStone RM45-360 chassis and its front panel I/O.
Chassis Components
The chassis consists of the following primary parts:
- 1. TOP COVER
- 2. BOTTOM CHASSIS
- 3. OPTIONAL POWER SUPPLY
- 4. 8CM FANS
- 5. 4BAYS-3.5"/1BAY-2.5" DRIVE CAGE
- 6. 2BAYS-2.5" DRIVE CAGE
- 7. FRONT PANEL I/O AND INDICATORS
- 8. RACK HANDLES
Diagram Description: An exploded view of the computer chassis showing the numbered main components.
Front Panel I/O
The front panel provides the following ports and indicators:
- 1. USB 3 TYPE-A x2 ports
- 2. POWER ON LED
- 3. HDD ACTIVITY LED
- 4. LAN1 LED
- 5. LAN2 LED
- 6. USB3 TYPE-C
Diagram Description: A close-up view of the front panel, highlighting the numbered ports and LEDs.
Accessories Content
The following accessories are included with the chassis:
- Motherboard Standoffs
- Motherboard / 5.25" Device Screws
- PSU Screw
- 5.25" Guide Rail Screws
- 5.25" Ventilation Bezel
- 5.25" Bezel
- 5.25" Guide Rail x9
- CRPS Cover
- 2.5" SSD
- 3.5" HDD
- 5.25 VENTILATION BEZEL
- Fan Extension Cable
Diagram Description: A layout showing various screws, rails, bezels, and cables included as accessories.
Installation Guide
Follow these steps to install your components into the SilverStone RM45-360 chassis.
1. Removing the Top Cover
To remove the top cover:
- Release 2 screws on each side of the top cover.
- Push the top cover backward approximately 1 inch (2.54 cm) and lift it off the chassis.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing arrows indicating releasing screws on the sides and sliding the top cover backward before lifting it off.
2. Removing the 4-Bay 3.5"/1-Bay 2.5" HDD Cage and Cooling Fan Assembly
To remove the drive cage:
- Loosen 2 screws and lift off the drive cage.
- Once hard drives are assembled, secure the drive cage back with the same 2 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing a drive cage being detached by loosening screws, and then reattached.
3. Optional Cooling Fan Assembly
To install an optional cooling fan:
- Fix a 92mm fan with 4 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing a 92mm fan being mounted with screws.
3. 2.5"SSD/3.5"HDD Devices Assembly
To assemble 2.5" SSD or 3.5" HDD devices:
- Place the SSD/HDD in the drive bay.
- Secure the SSD/HDD with screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing SSDs and HDDs being placed into drive bays and secured with screws.
2.5" SSD Cage Assembly
To assemble the 2.5" SSD cage:
- Insert the 2.5" SSD into the drive bay.
- Secure the 2.5" SSD with screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing a 2.5" SSD being installed into a dedicated cage and secured with screws.
4. Install Motherboard
To install the motherboard:
- Put the motherboard into the case.
- Secure with 8 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing a motherboard being placed inside the chassis and secured with screws.
5. PSU Assembly
The chassis supports multiple PSU types:
ATX PSU Installation
- Install the ATX PSU to the PSU mount inside the chassis.
- Secure with 4 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing an ATX power supply unit being mounted inside the chassis and secured.
Mini Redundant PSU Installation
- Remove the ATX PSU bracket pre-installed on the PSU mount.
- Install the Mini Redundant PSU and secure with 4 screws at the rear of the chassis.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing the removal of an ATX PSU bracket and the installation of a Mini Redundant PSU at the rear.
2U Redundant PSU Installation
- Remove the ATX PSU bracket pre-installed on the PSU mount.
- Install the 2U Redundant PSU to the PSU mount.
- Secure with 4 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing the removal of an ATX PSU bracket and the installation of a 2U Redundant PSU.
2U Redundant PSU Details
Additional steps for 2U Redundant PSU installation:
- Secure the screws at the end of the 2U Redundant PSU.
- Place and secure the ventilation cover above the power supply.
- When installing a 2U Redundant PSU, remove the original bracket at the rear and replace it with the extended bracket.
Diagram Description: Illustrations showing securing screws for the 2U PSU, placing a ventilation cover, and replacing a rear bracket with an extended one.
6. 5.25" ODD Installation
To install a 5.25" Optical Disk Drive (ODD):
- Remove the front 360mm radiator bracket.
- Attach the 5.25" guide rail to the 5.25" device, then slide the device into the bay and secure it with guide rail screws.
- Install the 5.25" bezel. If 5.25" device mounts are unallocated, you can replace the 5.25" bezel with a 5.25" ventilation panel to increase intake airflow.
Diagram Description: Illustrations showing the removal of a radiator bracket, attaching guide rails to a device, sliding it into the chassis, and installing a bezel or ventilation panel.
7. Close Top Cover
To close the top cover:
- Put the Top Cover on and push it forward.
- Secure with 4 screws.
Diagram Description: An illustration showing the top cover being placed onto the chassis and pushed forward, then secured with screws.
Limitations
Please note the following component size and installation limitations:
- CPU Cooler Height: The CPU cooler height limitation is 130mm with the expansion card retainer installed, and 148mm without it.
- Diagram Description: A diagram illustrating CPU cooler height limitations, showing a measurement of 132mm and text indicating 130mm with retainer and 148mm without.
- Combined Component Lengths:
- The combined length of 5.25" devices and the motherboard equals 481mm. The allowed length for 5.25" devices varies based on motherboard form factor.
- The maximum length allowed for a graphics card is 341mm. When combined with a 5.25" device, the total length extends to 483mm.
- The maximum length allowed for a power supply is 341mm. When combined with a 5.25" device, the total length extends to 483mm.
- Diagram Description: Diagrams showing internal layouts with dimensions. One shows a 5.25" CD-ROM bay with segments of 481mm, 237mm, 214mm, 151mm, and indicates motherboard form factors (ATX, CEB, EEB). Another shows a graphics card or PSU length of 341mm, with a total chassis length of 483mm when combined with 5.25" devices.
- 3.5" HDD Installation Positions & Water Cooler Thickness: There are two positions for 3.5" HDD installation.
- Position A: The thickness limitation for a water cooler with a fan is 54mm, and CEB motherboards are allowed.
- Position B: The thickness limitation for a water cooler with a fan is 72mm, and ATX motherboards are allowed.
- Diagram Description: Diagrams labeled 'A' and 'B' showing internal chassis layouts with dimensions for water cooler thickness (54mm and 72mm) and indicating compatible motherboard types (CEB and ATX).
Warranty and Support
Information regarding product warranty, terms and conditions, and contact details for support.
Warranty Information
This product has a limited 1-year warranty in North America and Australia. For information on warranty periods in other regions, please contact your reseller or SilverStone authorized distributor.
China Warranty: This product comes with a one-year limited warranty in mainland China (excluding Macau and Hong Kong SAR), with some products offering two, three, or five years. Please refer to the official website silverstonetek.com.cn for specific model warranty periods.
Warranty Terms & Conditions
- Product component defects or damages resulting from defective production are covered under warranty. Defects or damages under the following conditions will be fixed or replaced at SilverStone Technology's discretion:
- Usage in accordance with instructions provided in this manual, with no misuse, overuse, or other inappropriate actions.
- Damage not caused by natural disasters (e.g., thunder, fire, earthquake, flood, salt, wind, insects, animals, etc.).
- Product has not been disassembled, modified, or repaired by unauthorized personnel. Components have not been disassembled or replaced.
- Warranty marks/stickers are not removed or broken.
- Under warranty, SilverStone Technology's maximum liability is limited to the current market value of the product (depreciated value, excluding shipping, handling, and other fees). SilverStone Technology is not responsible for other damages or losses associated with the use of the product.
- Under warranty, SilverStone Technology is obligated to repair or replace its defective products. SilverStone Technology shall not be liable for damages in connection with the sale, purchase, or use of the product, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of business, loss of profits, loss of use of the product, or incidental or consequential damages, whether or not foreseeable and whether or not based on breach of warranty, contract, or negligence, even if SilverStone Technology has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Warranty covers only the original purchaser through authorized SilverStone distributors and resellers and is not transferable to a second-hand purchaser.
- Proof of original purchase (sales receipt or invoice with clear indication of purchase date) must be provided to determine warranty eligibility.
- If a problem develops during the warranty period, please contact your retailer, reseller, SilverStone authorized distributors, or SilverStone via www.silverstonetek.com. Please note:
- You must provide proof of original purchase by a dated itemized receipt.
- You shall bear the cost of shipping the product to SilverStone authorized distributors. SilverStone authorized distributors will bear the cost of shipping the product back to you after completing warranty service.
- Before sending the product, you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization ("RMA") number from SilverStone.
Additional Info & Contacts
- North America: usasupport@silverstonetek.com. SilverStone Technology in North America may repair or replace defective products with refurbished, functionally tested products. Replacement products are warranted for the remainder of the warranty period or thirty days, whichever is longer. Products should be returned to the place of purchase within 30 days. After 30 days, customers must initiate an RMA procedure with SilverStone Technology in the USA by downloading the "USA RMA form for end-users" from http://silverstonetek.com/contactus.php.
- Australia: support@silverstonetek.com. Goods are covered by 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 other foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Refer to "Warranty terms & conditions" for further details.
- Europe: support.eu@silverstonetek.de
- China: support@silverstonetek.com.cn
- All other regions: support@silverstonetek.com
SilverStone Technology Co., Ltd.
12F No. 168 Jiankang Rd., Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235 Taiwan R.O.C.
Phone: +886-2-8228-1238 (standard international call charges apply)
RoHS Compliance
This table indicates the presence of hazardous substances in components, as per SJ/T 11364 standard.
| Component Name | Lead (Pb) | Mercury (Hg) | Cadmium (Cd) | Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) | Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) | Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis (Metal) | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Fan | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Cables | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Screws | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Packaging | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Legend:
- ○: Indicates that the content of the hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials of this component is below the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.
- X: Indicates that the content of the hazardous substance in at least one homogeneous material of this component exceeds the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.
Product Certificate:
Inspector: 检01
Production Date: See product barcode
Model Number: G11252470
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