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The high quality of our products is assured by a continuous process of refi nement of their techni-
cal features. Therefore, it is possible that your product may differ in some respect from the descrip-
tions contained in this manual. This is not a problem– it is an improvement. All features, descrip-
tions and illustrations contained herein are valid as of the date of publication.
Disclaimer
This manual is intended only as a guide for Antec’s Computer Enclosures. For more
comprehensive instructions on installing your motherboard and peripherals, please refer
to the user’s manuals, which come with your components and drives.
MINUET 300 USER’S MANUAL
[Applicable only to models designed for sale in the European Union: All Antec power supplies
designed for the EU include a Power Factor Correction (PFC) circuitry in accord with European
standard regulation code EN61000-3-2. By altering the input current wave shape, PFC improves
the power factor of the power supply and results in increased energy effi ciency, reduced heat loss,
prolonged life for power distribution and consumption equipment, and improved output voltage
stability.]
MOTHERBOARD INSTALLATION
This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please consult
your motherboard manual for specifi c mounting instructions and troubleshooting.
1. Make sure you have the appropriate I/O panel for your motherboard. If the standard panel
provided with Minuet is not suitable for your motherboard,please contact your motherboard
manufacturer for the correct I/O panel.
SETTING UP
1. Take the case out of the box. Remove the Styrofoam and the plastic bag. Place the case on a
fl at surface.
2. Remove the thumbscrews from the top panel (at the rear of the case). Slide the panel to the
rear of the case and remove it. Set the panel safely aside.
Note: Please don’t try to use your fi ngernails to pry or lift the panel.
3. Inside the case you should see the power supply, some wiring with marked connectors (USB,
PWR etc.), an installed I/O panel and a power cord. You will also fi nd a bag of screws, four
rubber feet and two plastic stands.
4. Horizontal Orientation: stick the four adhesive rubber feet to the bottom panel of the case to
protect the paint from scratches.
5. Vertical Orientation: place the Minuet in the two plastic stands such that the side panel with
the 80mm fan is facing up. Adjust the stands to fi t snugly against the case sides.