The SMA8 relies on a rigid interlocking frame. Follow these structural steps to build the core chassis from the ground up. Step 1: Base and Lower Chamber Lay the bottom floor panel flat on your workspace.
The thick bottom plate with mounting tracks for casters/feet.
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Slide the completed motherboard tray assembly into the rear tracks of the chassis frame. caselabs sma8 manual
Place the top chassis frame panel over the four vertical pillars. Insert and loosely tighten the top screws.
Assemble the core frame on a flat, stable surface. Do not fully torque the screws until the entire frame is squared.
Attach the CaseLabs PSU mounting plate to the rear of your power supply. The SMA8 relies on a rigid interlocking frame
Switched from acrylic windows to optional tempered glass panels for improved aesthetics. TechPowerUp 5. Summary Table (From Specifications) Specification All Aluminum construction Form Factor Full Tower / Single Wide Radiator Support (Top) Up to 480mm / 420mm Radiator Support (Bottom) Up to 560mm Motherboard Size Up to E-ATX / XL-ATX 5.25" Drive Bays Up to 11+ (depending on config) Panel Access Hinged side doors
of space above the motherboard tray for top-mounted radiators/fans. : Includes native mounts for
To open, simply pull the doors from the recessed finger grips located along the edge. Maintenance and Care Tips The thick bottom plate with mounting tracks for casters/feet
Install the horizontal divider (mid-plate), which separates the main motherboard chamber from the lower cooling chamber.
Heavy-duty aluminum with stainless steel fasteners.
Use the generous 1.5-inch clearance behind the motherboard tray to bundle fan cables, RGB controllers, and pump wiring. Secure them using zip-ties or Velcro straps along the integrated tie-down points. 6. Maintenance and Care
: Drop the radiator mount bracket out of the top of the case by removing the side retention screws. Secure your fans and radiator to the bracket, then slide the completed assembly back into the top roof track. Lower Chamber Mount
: Specifications for EATX motherboard support and the use of the removable motherboard tray secured by spring-loaded thumb screws.