ZALMAN TNN 500AF User Manual

English Edition  
Please read before installation.  
Visit our website and watch the TNN500AF installation video first to make  
your installation easier.  
Welcome  
Congratulations on your purchase of ZALMAN Tech’s TNN 500AF.  
With TNN500AF, you are now in the world of silent computing. TNN  
500AF is the ultimate answer to every computer user’s dream of  
creating a silent computing environment with total system stability.  
Contents  
1. Safety Notices  
3
4
2. Features  
3. Patents  
11  
12  
15  
15  
19  
20  
47  
4. Components  
5. Optional Components  
6. Specifications  
7. Operational Notes  
8. Installation Guide  
9. Trademarks and Copyright Notice  
TNN 500AF  
1
Safety Notices  
1) Keep this unit away from heat sources and direct sunlight.  
2) This unit should be placed on a flat, level, and solid surface.  
3) Always shut down the operating system and switch the AC OFF before disassembling.  
4) Keep this unit in an upright position when the AC power is ON.  
5) Do not place or spill liquids on this unit.  
6) Avoid inserting any objects into the system while it is ON.  
7) Lower the caster stops to immobilize the unit before using the system.  
8) If this unit is to be transported a long distance, place it in the original packing box or a custom  
made hard case.  
9) Do not drop or expose this unit to shock while it is in transit.  
10) Store and use out of the reach of children.  
11) Check the condition of the product and its components before installation.  
If there is a problem with the product and/or its components, please contact the Retailer  
immediately.  
Disclaimer  
Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. Is not responsible for any damages due to external causes, including  
but not limited to, improper use, problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration,  
repair, improper installation, or improper testing.  
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Features  
TNN 500AF is the worlds first truly noiseless high-end computer case, developed with heatpipe  
technology, HSC(Heat Source Contact) power technology, High Capacity Extrusion technique,  
and FMS (Flexible Mounting Structure) design technology by ZALMAN Tech Co., Ltd. The  
TNN 500AF package contains a high performance aluminum computer case with an absolutely  
noiseless cooling solution for the CPU, VGA Card, Power Supply, and Northbridge free of fans,  
making it ideal for storage servers, workstations, high-end home systems, and sound studio  
computer systems.  
1) Complete Silence  
The cooling system does not generate any noise because it does not utilize any fans. Even  
the HDD noise is blocked out by the sturdy aluminum plates 5 to 7mm thick, achieving  
completely silent computing.  
2) Stability  
No Fans in the System  
The majority of heat generated inside the system is  
transferred through heatpipes to the heatsink plates  
where it is dissipated via natural convection, reducing  
inflow of dust dramatically. Consequently, this  
prevents system crashes caused by dust buildup and  
fan failures (fans last around 20,000 to 50,000 hours).  
High-Capacity Aluminum Heatsink Plates for  
Natural Convection  
Two large aluminum heatsink plates cool heat  
generating components, such as the CPU and VGA  
Chipset, through natural convection. Without any  
moving parts, the TNN 500AF is virtually free of the  
need for mechanical maintenance, and it is 100%  
recyclable, making it environmentally friendly.  
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Heat Transfer via Heatpipes  
Virtually ever-lasting heatpipes transfer heat away  
from the CPU, VGA chipset, and Northbridge chipset  
preventing system crashes due to over heating.  
- CPU Heatpipes  
Heat from the CPU is transferred to the heatsink plate  
through 6 heatpipes each 6 millimeters in diameter.  
The six heatpipes can transfer up to 150W of heat  
from the CPU - sufficient for the hottest CPUs on the  
market. The CPU Block Base is made of pure copper  
to ensure the highest cooling performance.  
CPU Heatpipes  
- VGA Card Heatpipes  
Heat from the VGA Card is transferred to the heatsink  
plate through 3 heatpipes each 6 millimeters in  
diameter. The three heatpipes can transfer up to 75W  
of heat from the VGA chipset - sufficient for the hottest  
VGA cards on the market.  
VGA Card Heatpipes  
- Northbridge Heatpipe  
Heat from the Northbridge chipset is transferred to the  
heatsink plate through a single heatpipe, 5 millimeters  
in diameter. This heatpipe can transfer up to 20W of  
heat.  
Northbridge Heatpipe  
Heat Transfer via Rear-mount Thermal Blocks  
When the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks are installed on  
the back-side of the motherboard in line with the  
position of the FETs (Field Effect Transistor) and the  
Northbridge chipset, each can lower the FET  
temperature by 10 to 30°Cand the Northbridge chipset  
Rear-mount Thermal Blocks  
by 5 to 10°C  
.
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High-Efficiency, Fanless Power Supply  
The power supply uses high-efficiency FET  
components and Heat Source Contact (HSC)  
technology, eliminating the need for a fan, and  
has a 10% higher power conversion efficiency  
(80%) rating than conventional power supplies.  
Heat from the power supply is transferred  
directly to the high-capacity heatsink plates,  
where it is dissipated by natural convection,  
making the power supply free of noise and  
vibration.  
- High-capacity active PFC inductors, separate switching transformers for each power rail  
(+12V, +5V, +3.3V), and 2-FET forward converter design all work to create a superior  
level of stable power quality.  
- Conventional power supplies tend to have lower output voltage due to line-dropping  
phenomenon. The TNN Power Supply extends the output voltage sensors up to the  
motherboard connection for +3.3V, +5V, and +12V rails to prevent this, enhancing  
output voltage accuracy and assuring system stability.  
Ripple and noise waveforms at DC output  
a)+5VDC  
(21.4mVp-p)  
b)+3.3VDC  
(42.2mVp-p)  
c)+12V1DC d)+12V2DC  
(80.8mVp-p) (88.4mVp-p)  
e)-12VDC  
(98.4mVp-p)  
f)-5VDC  
(56mVp-p)  
g)+5VsdDC  
(31.8mVp-p)  
Data above were measured according to INTEL ATX v2.03/ATX12V power supply specs.  
Measurement specifications : For each DC output, a bypass made up of one 0.1μF  
ceramic capacitor and one 10μF electrolytic capacitor is connected and measured with  
an oscilloscope (input impedance 1M) at a frequency bandwidth of 20MHz. The  
waveforms may differ under different measurement conditions.  
3) Electricity Conservation  
Since TNN 500AF is equipped with a high-efficiency power supply and does not use any  
fans, it utilizes 10 to 15% less power compared to a conventional computer system under the  
same configuration.  
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4) Ease of Use  
A latch is installed to prevent component  
theft.  
The Remote Control enables the user to  
conveniently experience multimedia  
content and control the PC.  
Various I/O ports are provided (Audio,  
USB, IEEE-1394, 1394B)  
Heatpipe HDD Cooler dissipates heat  
from the hard disk and reduces vibration  
transferred to the case.  
Four casters (wheels) withstand up to four  
metric tons of weight in total, and have  
skid prevention / height adjustment  
features built in.  
The case is structured to easily house up  
to two ODDs and five HDDs.  
Retractable handles are attached for  
short-range transportation.  
5) Shielding from EMI (Electro-Magnetic  
Interference)  
The sturdy, thick (5 to 7mm) aluminum case and the EMI Interception  
Block effectively contain EMI. Even the power supply housing is designed  
with EMI shielding.  
EMI Measurement Data Graphs  
EMI Interception Block  
EMI Interception Design  
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Test Results  
AMD AMD64 Athlon64 System  
Thermal Test (Room Temperature : 25℃)  
TNN 500AF AMD System  
Conventional AMD System  
Fan rpm at Full Load  
Power Consumption Test  
TNN 500AF  
Configuration of Systems for Testing  
Testing Equipment and Programs  
CPU Loading Program  
CPU Burm (47, High)  
Measurement Instrument  
Personal Daq/56 (Iotech, Inc.) KIKUSUI PCR 1000L  
Temperature Measurement Program  
DaqView (Iotech, Inc.)  
TNN 500AF  
Intel P4 Prescott System  
Thermal Test (Room Temperature : 25℃)  
TNN 500AF Intel System  
Conventional Intel System  
※ Fan rpm at Full Load  
Power Consumption Test  
TNN 500AF  
Configuration of Systems for Testing  
Testing Equipment and Programs  
CPU Loading Program  
Maximum Power Program for the Prescott Processor Rev. 1.2  
Measurement Instrument  
Personal Daq/56 (Iotech, Inc.) KIKUSUI PCR 1000L  
Temperature Measurement Program  
DaqView (Iotech, Inc.)  
Caution  
1) If the CPU has a higher Thermal Design Power (TDP) rating than an Intel Prescott or  
an AMD Athlon64 3500+, the Heatpipe Northbridge Cooler and a Rear-mount Thermal  
Blocks (ZM-RTB1) MUST be installed to cool the Northbridge.  
2) To use CPUs with a 100W or higher TDP rating, Rear-mount thermal Blocks Must be  
installed (one for each FET) on the backside of the motherboard in-line with each FET.  
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Patents  
Korean Patent Application #04-82817  
Korean Patent Application #03-30358  
Korean Design Application #03-19970  
International patent applications pending in the EU, USA, Japan and 30+ other countries  
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Components  
TNN 500AF  
1) Heatpipe CPU Cooler Parts  
[One(1) Bag]  
1) Components for Intel Pentium 4 (Socket 478)  
One (1) Socket 478 CPU Clip  
Four(4) PH M4X22 bolts  
Two (2) Socket 478 Finger Bolts (M3X52)  
Two (2) Socket 478 Clip Supports  
2) Components for Intel Pentium 4 (Socket 775)  
One(1) Socket 775 Clip Support  
One(1) Socket 754 Back Plate  
Two (2) Socket 775 Finger Bolts (M3X49)  
Four (4) PH M3X22 Bolts  
3) Components for AMD Amd64 (Socket 478)  
Two Socket 754 Finger Bolts (#6-32X40)  
Two (2) Socket 754 AMD Nipples  
2) Heatpipe VGA Cooler Parts  
[One(1) Bag]  
Four (4) VGA Finger Bolts A (M2.5)  
Eight (8) Ram Heatsinks  
Four (4) VGA Springs  
Four (4) VGA Finger Bolts B (M3)  
Paper Washers  
VGA Block A/B & Cover [one(1) Each]  
3) Heatpipe Northbridge Cooler Parts  
[One(1) Bag]  
Block Cover  
Block Base  
Thermal Pad  
Two (2) Common Finger Bolts  
4) Heatpipe HDD Cooler  
5) Rear-mount Thermal Blocks  
One (1) ZM-2HC2 Set  
One(1) ZM-RTB1 Set (8 Blocks)  
6) HDD Set  
[One(1) Bag]  
Five (5) Ground Wires  
Twenty Four (24) FH #6-32X7 Bolts  
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7) ODD/FDD Bolts  
[One(1) Bag]  
8) Motherboard Bolts  
[One(1) Bag]  
Twelve (12) PH M3X10 Bolts  
Ten (10) PWH M3X5 Bolts  
9) Thermal Grease  
10) ATA 133 Cable  
[One(1) Bag]  
2.5 ml  
One (1) ATA 133 Cable  
11) Power Cord  
[One(1) Bag]  
12) Latch Key  
[One(1) Bag]  
One (1) Power Cord  
Two (2) Latch Keys  
13) Remote Control Set  
One(1) Remote Control  
Two(2) AAA Batteries  
One(1)  
One(1) iMON & Multi-Median  
User’s Guide  
Installation CD  
14) Motherboard Power Cable  
[One(1) Bag]  
One(1) Motherboard Power Cable  
(24 pin -> 20pin)  
15) TNN 500AF User’s Guide (1Copy)  
16) Spare Parts  
[One(1) Bag]  
One(1) TNN 500AF  
User’s Guide  
Interpreting the Bolt Abbreviations  
PH M4X20 : PH(Pan Head) Type, Meter Screw, 4mm in Diameter, 20mm in Length  
FH #6-32X8 : FH(Flat Head) Type, Screw #6, 32 Pitches per Inch, 8mm in Length  
Length  
Flat Head  
Length  
Socket Head  
Length  
Pan Head  
Length  
Pan-Washer Head  
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Optional Components  
Heatpipe HDD Cooler (ZM-2HC2)  
Specifications  
1) Model : TNN 500AF  
2) Dimensions : 400(L) x 286(W) x 597(H) mm  
3) Weight : 26Kg  
4) Compatible CPUs : All Intel Pentium 4 CPUs and AMD AMD64  
CPUs Supported  
NOTE : When the Thermal Design Power rating of the CPU is 100W or higher, a quiet 120mm  
case fan MUST be installed and operated at 1000~1200rpm, and Rear-mount Thermal  
Blocks (ZM-RTB1) must be installed on the backside of the motherboard. Refer to page 22.  
1) CPUs that require a quiet case fan and Rear-mount Thermal Blocks(ZM-RTB1) (As of Oct. 30, 2004)  
TDP  
103W  
115W  
104W  
CPU  
Prescott 3.2E GHz  
Socket  
478  
Intel Pentium 4  
AMD AMD64  
Prescott 550 (3.2 GHz)  
775  
Athlon 64 FX 55 (2.6 GHz)  
939  
(Before using one of the latest CPUs, check our website for usage guidelines and  
information regarding compatibility.)  
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2) CPUs with Thermal Design Power ratings under 100W.  
(As of Oct. 30, 2004)  
CPU  
Socket  
478  
TDP  
89W  
89W  
84W  
89W  
89W  
84W  
Northwood 3.4 GHz  
Prescott 3.0E GHz  
478  
Intel Pentium 4  
AMD AMD64  
775  
Prescott 540 (3.2 GHz)  
Athlon 64 4000 + (2.4 GHz)  
Athlon 64 FX 53 (2.4 GHz)  
Opteron 150 (2.4 GHz)  
775  
939  
940  
(
All CPUs that are slower than those mentioned above have Thermal Design Power ratings under 100W.  
)
3. Refer to the following website for more information regarding CPU compatibility.  
(www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF.html)  
5) Compatible VGA Cards  
All AGP / PCI Express VGA cards that have heatsink mounting holes  
(As of Oct. 30, 2004)  
Manufacturer  
ATI  
Model  
Up to X 800 XT  
Up to geForce 6800  
All Parhelia Series  
nVidia  
Matrox  
Notes  
1. NVIDIA PCX Series VGA Cards are not supported. Replace with a Zalman-recommended  
VGA card.  
2. If the VGA card does not install normally due to physical incompatibility with the case, stop  
installation and replace with a Zalman-recommended VGA card listed on the following website.  
(www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF)  
Heatsink Mounting Hole  
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6) Thermal Transfer Capacity  
CPU Heatpipe (ZMC-6HB) : 150W  
VGA Card Heatpipe (ZMV-3HA) : 75W  
Northbridge Heatpipe (ZMN-1HB) : 20W  
7) Power Supply Output Capacity : 400W  
8) Power Supply Electrical Specifications (Model : TNN400APF - V2)  
List of compatible motherboards, HDDs, and ODDs for building a TNN 500AF system is  
available at the following website (www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF.html).  
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9) Output Power Cable  
Motherboard Power  
(20-Pin)  
Motherboard Power  
(24-Pin)  
Remote Control  
Standby Power  
Serial ATA HDD  
Power  
VGA Card Auxiliary  
Power  
Motherboard  
Auxiliary Power  
HDD/ODD Power  
FDD Power  
VGA Card  
Auxiliary Power  
HDD/ODD Power  
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Operational Notes  
1) Operating Environment  
Recommended Room Temperature : 15~28  
Operation in comfortable room temperature is recommended.  
2) Precautionary Notes on Booting  
When booting the computer, it may automatically power down after an alarm sound is  
generated to indicate that the rotation of the CPU fan is slow by a system monitoring  
program. If this happens, connect the fan on the stock CPU Cooler to the 3-pin connector for  
the CPU Cooler on your motherboard. Boot the system and setCPU Fan Detectedto  
Disabledin the BIOS settings. Turn the system off, remove the CPU Cooler fan, and  
reboot.  
NOTES)  
1. Some motherboards do not boot if the rotation of the CPU fan is not detected. There  
might not be a "CPU Fan Detectedsetting in the BIOS setup, but updating the BIOS could  
solve this problem. For more information on updating the BIOS, please refer to your  
motherboard manufacturers website.  
2. When using an Intel motherboard, if you remove the motherboard from an existing  
system and attach it to the TNN 500AF, the systems Active Monitor may generate an  
alarm sound with a warning that there is no CPU fan. Remove Active Monitor from  
Add/Remove Programs applet in Control Panel and reinstall.  
3) Compatible Components  
A list of compatible components for building a TNN 500AF system is available at the following  
website (www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF.html).  
NOTE  
Only use motherboards recommended by Zalman.[Certain motherboards have unusually  
high power consumption and/or are not compatible with the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks  
(ZM-RTB1). Refer to Page 22.]  
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Installation Guide  
1) Opening and Disassembling the TNN500AF Case  
As shown in the diagram, lay the TNN500AF down on a flat surface and open the front door.  
Open the latch with the key.  
Unscrew four bolts (PH M5x15-S) on the Left Heatsink Plate and open the plate as shown.  
Remove the blocks and Heatpipes in an orderly fashion using a screwdriver and store them  
in a safe place.  
Left Heatsink Plate  
Latch  
Front Door  
Bolt (PH5x15-S)  
Bolt  
(PH M3x60)  
The Bushings and the bolts separated at the  
time of the CPU Blocks removal are simply  
for packaging purposes and are not used for  
the actual assembly of the system.  
Packing  
Parts  
}
Bushing  
(34mm)  
CPU Block  
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2) Installing the CPU Clip Support and Motherboard  
Choose the correct Clip Support & bolts for the CPU type being used.  
For Intel Pentium 4 Socket 478 Motherboards  
Place two Socket 478 Clip Supports on the notches of the Retention Guide.  
Retention Guide  
Socket 478  
Clip Supports  
Installation for Intel P4 Socket 478 Motherboards  
For Intel Pentium 4 Socket 775 Motherboards  
Align the Socket 775 Clip Support and the Socket 775 Back Plate with the mounting  
holes on the motherboard and fasten with bolts (PH M3x22).  
Socket 775  
Clip Support  
Bolt(PH M3x22)  
Lever slot  
Hole  
M/B  
Socket 775  
Back Plate  
Socket Lever  
Lever slot  
Installation for Intel P4 Socket 775 Motherboards  
NOTE) The Lever Slot on the Clip Support should be properly oriented on the hinged side  
of the Socket Lever when installing.  
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For AMD AMD64 Motherboards  
Insert the Socket 754 AMD Nipples into the holes on the Retention Frame and fasten  
the Socket 754 Back Plate .  
Socket 754 AMD Nipple  
Retention Frame  
M/B  
Socket 754 Back Plate  
Installation for AMD AMD64 Socket 754 Motherboard  
3) Installing the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks  
Caution)  
1) Motherboards with a Northbridge that has integrated video capability is not recommended.  
If such Northbridge is used, the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks MUST be installed.  
2) Zalman Tech does not recommend using a motherboard with a fan on the Northbridge  
Cooler. If the fan is removed, the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks MUST be installed.  
3) If the CPU has a higher Thermal Design Power (TDP) rating than an Intel Prescott or an  
AMD Athlon64 3500+, the Heatpipe Northbridge Cooler and a Rear-mount Thermal Block  
MUST be installed to cool the Northbridge.  
4) To use CPUs with a 100W or higher TDP rating, Rear-mount Thermal Blocks MUST be  
installed (one for each FET) on the backside of the motherboard in-line with each FET.  
5) If interference occurs between components or any problems appear, visit Zalman’s  
website for a list of recommended motherboards, and replace before installation.  
(www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF.html)  
6) The Rear-mount Thermal Blocks are proprietary components of Zalman’s TNN series cases.  
Do not use with other cases!  
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Determine the points that correspond to the location of the FETs and Northbridge chipset on  
the back side of the motherboard.  
Clean the surface of the point where the block will be attached.  
Peel off the Film from the Thermal Pad on both ends of the block.  
Film  
Film  
Thermal Pad  
Firmly attach the blocks on the determined points.  
Northbridge Chipset Area  
CPU Area  
M/B  
Rear-Mount  
Thermal Block  
FET Area  
NOTES : 1) To prevent short circuiting the motherboard, avoid soldered points, and any exposed  
wiring or circuitry when installing the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks.  
2) Thermal Pads lose adhesiveness after it has been used once. Try to attach it properly  
on the first attempt.  
3) Do not touch the Thermal Pad with your hands.  
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Install the motherboard using the bolts (PWH M3x5).  
Bolt (PWH M3x5)  
M/B  
I/O Shield  
M/B Nipple  
NOTES  
1) To prevent short-circuiting the motherboard, nipples that are not required for motherboard  
installation must be removed first.  
2) Fix the motherboard to the TNN using all of the motherboard’s mounting holes.  
3) Be careful to not let the Rear-mount Thermal Blocks fall off from the back of the motherboard.  
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4) Installing the Heatpipe  
Northbridge Cooler  
NOTES  
1) The Heatpipe Northbridge Cooler can be  
installed only when the Northbridge is located in  
the appropriate area as shown in the diagram.  
2) If the Northbridge chipset is located in the  
inappropriate area, it should be cooled with a  
Rear-mount Thermal Blocks(Refer to page 22).  
Appropriate  
installation  
area  
inappropriate  
installation  
Area  
If the CPUs Thermal Design Power rating is  
lower than an AMD Opteron 3500+ or Intel  
Prescott, it is not necessary to install a Rear-  
mount Thermal Block for the Northbridge, for  
the Heatpipe Northbridge Cooler is sufficient.  
Check what type of Stock Northbridge Heatsink is on the motherboard and determine the  
method of Northbridge Block installation.  
Northbridge  
Thermal  
Block  
Tape Film  
Northbridge  
Stock Heatsink  
Sliding  
Adhesive Type  
Notes on Installation of the Adhesive Type  
1. The Thermal Tape must be adhered to the bottom of the Northbridge Block.  
2. Remove the film from the Thermal Tape before adhering the Northbridge Block to the  
Stock Northbridge Heatsink.  
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Determine the installation point of the Northbridge Case Block and the Northbridge Heatpipe.  
The Position of the Northbridge Case Block can be adjusted horizontally as well as vertically.  
Northbridge  
Heatpipe  
Northbridge Case  
Block  
The position of the Northbridge Case Block can be adjusted horizontally as well as vertically.  
Assemble and install the Northbridge Cooler as shown in the Diagram.  
Common Finger Bolt  
Northbridge Case Block Base  
Northbridge Case Block Cover  
Northbridge Heatpipe  
Northbridge Block Cover  
Northbridge Block Base  
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5) Installing the Heatpipe CPU Cooler  
Refer to the diagram below to check the appropriate layout of the CPU Heatpipes for each  
general location of the CPU.  
CPU Heatpipes  
Appropriate  
Area  
NOTES  
1)If the CPU Heatpipes interfere with certain  
components, turn the Heatpipes upside down or  
CPU Case Block Base A  
adjust the CPU Case Block Base A vertically and  
try installing again.  
2) If the CPU is located beyond the appropriate area  
and the Cooler is deemed uninstallable, stop and  
replace the motherboard with a Zalman-recommended  
model (www.zalman.co.kr/product/TNN500AF.html)  
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Determine the appropriate CPU Finger Bolts & clip holes.  
Intel  
Intel  
AMD  
TYPE  
Socket 478  
Socket 775  
Socket 775  
Appropriate  
Installation  
Holes  
(Inner Holes)  
(Outer Holes)  
Finger Bolts  
To Use  
Socket 478  
Finger Bolts  
(M3x52)  
Socket 775  
Finger Bolts  
(M3x49)  
Socket 754  
Finger Bolts  
(#6-32x40)  
NOTES  
1) Apply a generous quantity of thermal grease (1mm or 0.04 inches in height) on the  
CPU core, and install the CPU Block Base (gold colored).  
2) Apply thermal grease on the grooves of the CPU Block Base and the CPU Case Block  
Base where the CPU Heatpipes come in contact.  
3) The CPU Case Block Base already has thermal grease coated underneath, so it  
should not be taken off under normal circumstances.  
4) Use a coin or a screwdriver to firmly tighten the CPU Finger Bolts.  
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Install the Heatpipe CPU Cooler as shown in the diagram.  
CPU Finger Bolt  
Clip  
Bolt(PH M4x20)  
CPU Block Cover  
Bolt(PH M3x15)  
CPU Case Block Cover  
CPU Heatpipe  
CPU Block Base  
CPU Case Block Base  
Thermal Grease  
Thermal Grease  
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6) Installing the Heatpipe VGA Cooler  
TYPE  
VGA Block Base A  
VGA Block Base B  
Block  
ATI  
ATI Radeon Series  
GeForce4 Ti Series  
GeForce3 MX Series  
-
FX 5900 Series  
GeForce 6800 Series  
Parhelia  
Nvidia  
Matrox  
NOTE) If the VGA card interferes with certain components of the case, stop and refer to the  
card with one that is recommended.  
As you install the VGA card, move the VGA Case Block Base vertically as needed to  
accommodate the VGA card.  
VGA Case  
Block Base  
Remove the Stock VGA Cooler on the VGA card and clean off the exposed contact surface  
completely.  
NOTE) Be extremely careful when taking off the Stock VGA Cooler. Zalman is not responsible  
for any damages Due to user negligence during the Cooler’s removal.  
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Peel off the Film from the Thermal Tape on the bottom of the RAM Heatsinks.  
Thermal Tape  
Thermal Tape Film  
NOTE : 1) The bending strength of the Thermal Tapes reaches 90% after 24 hours of curing.  
Do not put excessive force on the RAM heatsinks during this period.  
2) Avoid getting grease or any kind of stain on the surface of the Thermal Tape.  
The Thermal Tape may not stick. Clean the surface of the RAM with acetone or  
alcohol before attaching.  
Stick the RAM Heatsinks onto the VGA RAM chips. Press the RAM Heatsinks firmly with  
your finger for proper adhesion.  
RAM Heatsink  
VGA RAM  
VGA Chipset  
1) If there are more than 8 VGA RAM chips on your VGA card, purchase additional RAM  
Heatsinks (ZM-RHS1).  
2) Thermal Tape loses adhesiveness after it has been used once. Thermal Tape cannot be  
reused after it has been detached from a surface. If you need more, purchase it separately.  
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Apply a thin layer of thermal grease on the VGA chipset.  
NOTE) Most VGA chipsets on the VGA card have a concave curvature towards the middle and  
need more thermal grease at the center.  
Make sure the VGA Block Base is level and firmly installed onto the VGA chipset using the  
Paper Washers, the VGA springs, and the VGA Finger Bolts A(M2.5).  
VGA Finger Bolt A (M2.5)  
VGA Block Base  
VGA Spring  
Paper Washer  
VGA Chipset  
Thermal Grease  
Apply thermal grease evenly onto the grooves on the VGA Case Block Base that come in  
contact with the VGA Heatpipes, and install the VGA card on the motherboard.  
VGA Block Base  
Thermal Grease  
VGA Case Block Base  
M/B  
NOTE) The VGA Case Block Base already has thermal grease coated underneath, and  
should not be taken off under normal circumstances.  
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Install the VGA Heatpipes in sequence and fix the Block Cover over them using the VGA  
Finger Bolts B(M3). Then, fix the VGA Case Block Cover using bolts (PH M3x15).  
Bolt(PH M3x15)  
VGA Block Cover  
VGA Case Block Cover  
VGA Finger  
Bolt B (M3)  
VGA Heatpipe  
VGA Block  
Cover  
Datum Line  
NO  
VGA Case  
block Cover  
OK  
Datum Line  
NOTES  
1) There are many types of VGA cards and the VGA Heatpipes may not fit the grooves on the VGA  
Case Block very well. In this case, the user needs to modify the VGA Heatpipes to fit the grooves.  
2)If the VGA Heatpipes must bend below the datum line, the VGA Heatpipes will not function  
properly and the VGA chipset may get damaged. Check if this is the case before proceeding.  
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7) Installing the ODD/FDD/HDD  
The ODD/HDD/FDD can be installed as shown in the diagrams below.  
ODD 2EA  
FDD 1EA  
HDD 4EA  
ODD 1EA  
FDD 1EA  
HDD 5EA  
ODD 1EA  
HDD 6EA  
ODD 1EA  
ODD 1EA  
ODD 2EA  
HDD Cooler 1EA  
HDD 4EA  
FDD 1EA  
HDD Cooler 1EA  
HDD 3EA  
FDD 1EA  
HDD Cooler 1EA  
HDD 2EA  
ODD 1EA  
HDD Cooler 2EA  
HDD 2EA  
ODD 2EA  
FDD 1EA  
HDD Cooler 2EA  
ODD 1EA  
HDD Cooler 3EA  
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Loosen the bolts (PH M4x12) on the left heatsink slightly and remove the ODD/FDD/HDD  
Brackets.  
Bolt (PH M4x12)  
Brackets  
Left Heatsink  
Plate  
Brackets  
Install the Heatpipe HDD Cooler as shown in the diagram.  
Bolt (FH #6-32X13)  
ZM-2HC2  
Damper  
Ground Wire  
Bolt (PH #6-32X7)  
Bracket  
NOTES) The ground wire MUST be connected to Both the HDD and the Damper as shown.  
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Install the ODD/FDD/HDD on the Brackets.  
Ground Wire  
Bolt(PH M3X10)  
Bolt  
(PH #6-32X7)  
NOTE) Remember to connect the Ground Wire to the HDD.  
Insert the ODD/FDD/HDD installed Brackets in the direction shown in the diagram, and re-fasten  
the Bracket fixing bolts (PH M4x12) on the Left Heatsink Plate completely.  
Left Heatsink Plate  
Bracket  
Bolt  
(PH M4x12)  
ODD/FDD/HDD  
installed Brackets  
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Connect the Ground Wire to the right heatsink.  
Common Finger Bolt  
Ground Wire  
8) Installing PCI Cards  
Insert the PCI cards into the PCI slots and fix them firmly in place using the card fixing bolts.  
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9) Connecting the Power & Data Cables  
Check whether the power connector on the motherboard is a 24 pin or 20 pin type connector and  
connect the appropriate Motherboard Power Cable.  
Sensor Connector  
Power  
Motherboard Power  
Cable (20 Pin)  
Supply  
Motherboard Power  
Cable (24 Pin)  
Connect the various power and data cables as needed.  
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10) Connecting the Remote Control receiver and USB Cables  
Two Available Dual USB Port on the Motherboard  
To Use the Remote Control Function  
- Plug the Dual USB-A Connector into the Dual USB Port on the motherboard(M/B).  
Dual USB-A Connector  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
Note)  
1) As shown below, there are two types of USB cables (USB-A & USB-B).  
Please connect the cables according to the instructions in this guide.  
Dual USB-A Cable  
Dual USB-B Cable  
2) Verify the location and the layout of the USB headers from the motherboard manual.  
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- Plug the Remote Control USB Connectors into the Dual USB Port on the motherboard.  
Remote Control USB Connectors  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
Color codes  
VCC : red (yellow), D- : white (orange), D+ : green (blue), GND : black  
- Next to where the Remote Control USB Connectors have been connected, on the same Dual  
USB Port, connect the Single USB-B Connectors that have the‘△marking.  
‘△’Single USB-B Connector  
Remote Control USB Connectors  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
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- Plug in the Dual USB-A and USB-B Connectors into their respective ports on the back of the  
Switch Panel.  
Dual USB-A Connector  
Dual USB-B  
Connector  
Switch Panel  
Back Side  
Front Side  
(0) (0) (0) (X)  
USB ports #1 through #3 (see diagram) can be used in this configuration.  
To Sacrifice the Remote Control Function  
- Plug the Dual USB-A Connector and the Dual USB-B Connectors into each of the Dual USB  
Ports on the motherboard.  
Dual USB-A Connector  
Dual USB-B  
Connectors  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
1) Verify the location and the layout of the USB headers from the motherboard manual.  
2) Color codes  
VCC : red (yellow), D- : white (orange), D+ : green (blue), GND : black  
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- Plug in the Dual USB-A and USB-B Connectors into their respective ports on the back of the  
Switch Panel.  
Dual USB-A Connector  
Dual USB-B  
Connector  
Switch Panel  
Back Side  
Front Side  
(0) (0) (0) (0)  
All of the USB ports (see diagram) can be used in this configuration.  
Three Available Dual USB Port on the Motherboard  
Plug the Dual USB-A Connector and the Dual USB-B Connectors into each of the Dual  
USB Ports on the motherboard.  
Dual USB-A Connector  
Dual USB-B  
Connectors  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
1) Verify the location and the layout of the USB headers from the motherboard manual.  
2) Color codes : VCC : red (yellow), D- : white (orange), D+ : green (blue), GND : black  
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In the remaining Dual USB Port on the motherboard, connect the Remote Control USB  
Connectors.  
Remote Control USB Connectors  
M/B  
M/B Dual  
USB Port  
Plug in the Dual USB-A and USB-B Connectors into their respective ports on the back  
of the Switch Panel.  
Dual USB-A Connector  
Dual USB-B  
Connector  
Switch Panel  
Back Side  
Front Side  
(0) (0) (0) (0)  
All of the USB ports (see diagram) can be used in this configuration.  
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11) Connecting Audio I/O, IEEE1394, and IEEE1394B Cables  
Plug the Audio I/O Connectors onto the Audio Port on the motherboard.  
Caution : The audio headers arrangement may differ among motherboards.  
Check the motherboard’s manual for correct header arrangement First.  
M/B  
Audio I/O  
Audio Port  
Connectors  
Color codes :  
GND : Black, MIC : Orange, MIC BIAS : Red, Spk-R : Green,  
Spk-L : Yellow, RET-L : Brown, RET-R : Blue  
Plug the IEEE1394/IEEE1394B Connectors onto the IEEE1394/IEEE1394B Port on the  
motherboard.  
Caution : The IEEE1394 / IEEE1394B headers arrangement may differ among motherboards.  
Check the manual for correct header arrangement first.  
M/B  
IEEE1394 / IEEE1394B Ports  
IEEE1394B Connectors  
IEEE1394 Connectors  
Color codes :  
TPA - : Green, TPA + : Red, GND : Black, VP : White,  
TAPB + : Orange, TAPB - : Blue  
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Plug the other end of the audio I/O, IEEE1394 & 1394B cables into the back side of the  
Switch Panel. Note the arrows for orientation.  
Switch Panel  
12) Use Casters  
The Casters’ level can be adjusted to either fix the TNN500AF in place or make it move freely.  
Leveler  
Leveler  
Mount  
1. Fix  
Move  
Fix  
Leveler  
Mount  
Wheel  
Mount  
2. Move  
If the TNN500AF cannot be installed on a flat surface, the leveler can be used to make it  
level; doing so also reduces noise from vibration.  
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13) Using the Remote Control  
Refer to the iMON & Multi-Median User’s Guide for Details.  
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- ZALMAN and TNN are registered trademarks of ZALMAN Tech Co., Ltd.  
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Copying or publishing this user’s guide without consent of Zalman Tech Co., Ltd.  
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