Silent Base 601 - Desktop Computer Be Quiet! - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Be Quiet!
Model	Silent Base 601
Product Type	Desktop Case (Mid Tower)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	532 x 240 x 514 mm
Net Weight (without window / with window)	10.49 kg / 11.22 kg
Gross Weight (without window / with window)	12.5 kg / 13.23 kg
Materials	SECC steel, ABS plastic, tempered glass (Window version)
Supported Power Supply	PS2 ATX (not included)
Supported Motherboard Formats	E-ATX (30.5 x 27.5 cm), ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX
Front I/O	2x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, HD Audio (mic + headphone), fan controller, HDD and power LED
PCI Slots	7 + 2 (vertical GPU slots)
Storage Bays	Up to 7 x 3.5" (8 included) / up to 14 x 2.5" (6 included)
Pre-installed Fans	1x Pure Wings 2 140 mm front (1000 RPM), 1x Pure Wings 2 140 mm rear (1000 RPM)
Additional Fan Mounts	Front: 2x 140/120 mm; Top: 3x 140/120 mm; PSU cover: 1x 140/120 mm
Radiator Mounts	Front: 120/140/240/280/360 mm; Top: 120/240/360 mm; Rear: 120/140 mm
Maximum CPU Cooler Height	Up to 185 mm
Maximum PSU Length	Up to 288 mm
Maximum GPU Length	449 mm (without HDD cage) / 287 mm (with HDD cage)
Sound Dampening	Sound insulation panels on front, side and top
Dust Filters	Removable filters front and underside
Integrated Fan Controller	3 levels (max 3 fans 3-pin)
Manufacturer Warranty	3 years (upon presentation of invoice)
Included Accessories	HDD cage, rubber grommets, HDD screws, M3 screws, 6#32 screws, cable ties, E-ATX standoff
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean dust filters regularly; use a soft, dry cloth for the case; avoid abrasive products
Safety	Disconnect the device before any intervention; follow assembly instructions; do not modify the chassis (voids warranty)
Spare Parts and Repairability	Fans, filters, cables and accessories available; contact customer service for specific parts
General Information	Designed for silent operation; water cooling compatible; optimized cable management

Frequently Asked Questions - Silent Base 601 Be Quiet!

How do I remove the side panel?

Press the button on the rear of the case, slide the panel slightly towards you, then pull it upward and outward.

How do I remove the front panel?

Pull the front panel from the bottom upward to remove it. To reattach, slide it from top to bottom.

What is the maximum CPU cooler height allowed?

The maximum CPU cooler height is 185 mm.

What is the maximum graphics card length?

Without the hard drive cage, the maximum length is 449 mm. With the cage, it is limited to 287 mm.

How do I use the integrated fan controller?

Connect the fan controller's SATA connector to the power supply. You can control up to 3 3-pin fans using the 3 speed levels on the front panel.

What types of motherboards are compatible?

The case supports E-ATX (max 30.5 x 27.5 cm), ATX, M-ATX and Mini-ITX formats.

How do I clean the dust filters?

The front and underside dust filters are removable. Clean them regularly with warm water or a vacuum cleaner, then let dry before reinstalling.

What is the warranty for this case?

The manufacturer warranty is 3 years for the end user, upon presentation of the original purchase invoice.

Can I install a water cooling radiator on the top of the case?

Yes, the top supports radiators of 120 mm, 240 mm or 360 mm.

How do I install a vertical graphics card?

The case has vertical PCI slots. You will need a riser cable (not included) to connect the card to the motherboard.

USER MANUAL Silent Base 601 Be Quiet!

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SILENT BASE 601

EXCELLENT SILENCE AND USABILITY

USER MANUAL

1. INTRODUCTION.... 4

1. SPECIFICATIONS 5
2. CONTENTS 6
3. EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS 7
4. FAN COMPATIBILITY.... 49
5. RADIATOR SUPPORT 49
6. REMOVING INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS.... 50
7. AFFIXING AND REMOVING DISK DRIVES 51
8. INSTALLING THE COMPONENTS 55

LIMITED WARRANTY 59

We are delighted you have chosen to buy our Silent Base PC case. Please read the information here and carefully follow all the instructions prior to installation. Should you have further questions, please contact our customer service. See contact information in the manufacturer's details section.

Warranty

• 3-year manufacturer's warranty for the consumer (original purchase from authorized be quiet! dealers only)
• Your original receipt of purchase will be required before warranty services are rendered. Please store it carefully.
• Manipulations and/or technical modifications of any kind, or damage due to the application of mechanical force, will void your warranty.
• To read the warranty terms and conditions in full, see Service/Warranty Conditions on our website at bequiet.com.

Our General Terms and Conditions of Business also apply. For details please refer online under bequiet.com.

Manufacturer's details

Listan GmbH & Co. KG | Biedenkamp 3a | 21509 Glinde | Germany

Visit the contact section on bequiet.com for the right regional service information.

Monday through Friday 09:00 - 17:30 (UTC+1)

Tel. [phone] - 44 Fax [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.bequiet.com

Copyright

• You are not allowed to reproduce, disclose, publish or store the contents of this documentation, or excerpts of it, without the prior written consent of Listan.
• be quiet! is a registered trademark of Listan GmbH & Co. KG. Other products and company names mentioned in this documentation may be the brands or trademarks of their respective owners.
• In accordance with company policy, all Listan products are subject to ongoing development. Listan reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any product described in this documentation without prior notice.
• Under no circumstances shall Listan be held liable for loss of data or income, or for any specific, incidental, direct, or indirect damage, however it arises.
• The content of this documentation represents the status at time of writing. Listan does not assume, whether expressed or implicit, any liability for the correctness or completeness of the content of this documentation, including, but not limited to the implicit guarantee of market suitability for a particular purpose, unless applicable laws or jurisdiction specifically stipulate such a liability.

Listan reserves the right to make changes to this documentation or to withdraw the documentation at any time without prior announcement.

2. SPeCIFICatlOnS

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Motherboard compatibility E-ATX (30.5 x 27.5cm), ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case type Midi-Tower
PSU PS2 ATX (not included)
Dimensions (L x W x H in mm) 532 x 240 x 514
Material Steel (SECC), ABS plastic, tempered glass*
Weight (kg) 10.49 (net) / 12.5 (gross)11.22 (net) / 13.23 (gross)*
I/O panel 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, HD audio (microphone + audio), Fan controller,HDD status LED
PCI slots 7 + 2
Drive bays up to 7x 3.5" (3 included)up to 14x 2.5" (6 included)
Preinstalled fans (mm) / (rpm) Front: 1x Pure Wings 2 140 / 1,000Rear: 1x Pure Wings 2 140 / 1,000
Optional fans (mm) Front: 2x 140/120Top: 3x 140/120PSU shroud: 1x 140/120
Optional radiators (mm)	Front: 120, 140, 240, 280, 360Top: 120, 240, 360Rear: 120, 140
Maximum dimensions (mm)	CPU cooler: up to 185PSU: 288GPU: 449/287 (without HDD cage)
Noise cancellation	Sound insulation mats (front / side / top)
Cooling solutions	Air channels (top and front)3-step fan controller (3x 3-pin)

*Silent Base 601 Window

3. COnentS

Images Part Name	Amount Usage
	HDD cage 1 Installation of hard disk
	HDD rubber decoupling 4 Decoupled mounting of HDD
	HDD screw 12 Affixing the HDD
	M3 screw 12 Fastening the SSD
	6#32 screw 12 Affixing the motherboard
	Cable ties 6 Cable management
	Stand-off screw	1 Securing an E-ATX motherboard

4. eXPLOded VleW and deSCrIPtION OF PartS

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A Side panel I HDD slot cover*
B Case body J HDD cage
C	Detachable top bracket for fans and radiators	K	Motherboard tray
D Top cover of PSU shroud L SSD bracket
E Pure Wings 2 fan M Side window of tempered glass*
F Floor air filter N Front I/O panel
G Case front O PSU bracket
H Front air filter

*Silent Base 601 Window only

4.1 Front I/O and media ports

ABCDEF G

A 3	step fan controller E Reset button
B U	SB 2.0 F HDD LED
C	HD Audio (microphone + audio)	G	USB 3.0
D P	Power button

4.2 I/O ports

The front I/O ports that are provided require connections to your motherboard. Refer to your motherboard handbook for information on pin assignments and sockets.

HD audio (headphone and microphone sockets)

Determine the HD audio pin connectors on your motherboard and insert the HD audio cables into the sockets allocated there.

USB 2.0

Locate the USB 2.0 pin connector on your motherboard and attach the USB 2.0 cables using the designated sockets there.

USB 3.0

Locate the USB 3.0 pin connector on your motherboard and attach the USB 3.0 cables using the designated sockets there.

On/off switch, LED power indicator, HDD activity indicator, reset button

The illustrated plug connects the power switch and the case's LED indicators with your motherboard. Take care to use the polarity with the LEDs.

KEY HD AUDIO KEY USB KEY correct POWER SW POWERLED + POWERLED - H.D.D LED RESET SW

4.3 Use of fan controller

Please plug the S-ATA connector of the fan speed controller to your power supply to take control of up to three 3-pin fans.

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5. FAN COMPATIBILITY 49

1. EINLEITUNG

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5. COMPATIBILITÉ VENTILATEURS 49

1. WErOWadZenle

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5. KOMPATYBILNOŚĆ Z WENTYLATORAMI

1. INPRODUCCIÓN

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5. COMPATIBILIDAD CON VENTILADORES 49

1. ВВЕДЕНИЕ

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A B C D E F G

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5. 風扇相容性....49

1. 简

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A B C D E F G

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5. 风扇兼容性

1. はじめに

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A B C D E F G

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5. Ean COMPatIBILItY

DE LÜFterKOMPatIBILITÄt | CMPatIBILITÉ VentILateurS | KOMatYBILnOŚĆ WentY-

LatOrÓW | ES COMPatIBILIdad deL VentILadOr | ☑ВМЕСТИМЫЕ ВЕНТИЛЯТОРЫ |

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Position Size	(mm)
Top 3x 140, 3x	120
Front 3x 140,	3x 120
Rear 1x 140,	1x 120
PSU shroud	1x 140, 1x 120

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Position Size	(mm)
Top	120, 240, 360
Front	120, 140, 240, 280, 360
Rear	120, 140

7. EkeMOVIng IndIVIduaL COMPONENTS

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EN: To remove the side panel, press the button on the back of the case. Then drag the side panel slightly towards yourself.

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EN: Pull the side panel upwards and out.

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EN: To remove the front panel, pull it up from the bottom to and draw it out at the top.

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EN: To insert the front panel, slide it in at the top and down to the bottom.

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EN: The five HDD slot covers may each be positioned in three ways. They can either completely cover the openings at two offset distances to suit different cable widths. DE: Die fünf HDD-Slot-Cover können in drei Stufen ver- stellt werden. Sie verdecken die Öffnungen vollständi oder in zwei Höhen für unterschiedliche Kabeldicken. FR: Les cinq couvercles de fente pour disque dur peuvent être positionnés de trois manières. Ils peuvent recouvrir complètement l'ouverture ou à deux distances de décal-agepour s'adapter à différentes largeurs de câbles. PL: Można rozmieścić pięć zaślepek/osłon gniazd HDD na trzy sposoby. Mogą one całkowicie zakryć otwór lub być odsunięte w dwóch odległościach w celu dopasowania do różnych szerokości prowadzonych przewodów. ES: Cada una de las cinco cubiertas para ranura de disco duro puede colocarse de tres maneras. Pueden cubrir por completo la abertura o bien con dos distancias desplaza-daspara adaptarse a diferentes anchuras de cable. RU: Пять заглушек слотов HDD могут быть установлены в трех положениях: полностью закрывая отверстия или в двух положениях, в разной степени открывая их для монтажа кабелей различной толщины. TW: 五個 HDD 插槽蓋板可分別以三種方式放置。蓋板可完全覆蓋開口・或是採兩個偏移距離以適應不同的纜線宽度。 CN: 五个硬盘插槽蓋每个都能以三种方式放置。它们可以完全盖住开口处・或偏移两段距离以适合不同的线缆宽度。 JP: 5つの HDD スロットカバーは、それぞれ3つの方法で配置できます。開口部または2つのオフセット距離で完全に覆うことができるため、異なるケーブル幅に適合することができます。

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EN: According to requirements, they can be removed or repositioned to install graphics cards or for cable management.

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EN: To optimize the cable routing up to two individual segments of the covers can be „punched out“ if necessary.

Warning: Any segments that are snapped off cannot be refitted.

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EN: Secure the motherboard with the 6#32 screws. Stand-offs for an ATX motherboard are preinstalled.

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EN: Unscrew and detach the respective PCI slot covers before attempting to insert PCI / PCIe add-on cards.

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EN: Graphics cards can also be installed vertically. The "Riser Card" that is needed to achieve this is not included in the scope of delivery.

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EN: Unscrew the knurled-head screws on the back of the case and then remove the power supply bracket.

As per the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as given below, be quiet! warrants its new products to be free of defects resulting from faulty materials and faulty manufacturing for the length of the warranty period.

I. APPLICABILITY

This non-transferable warranty is applicable to newly purchased, previously unopened be quiet! products and is enforceable by only the original consumer purchaser. Proof of purchase is required for warranty service, so should be retained. be quiet! does not provide warranty registration services.

II. WARRANTY PERIOD

For eligible products, parts and labor are warranted for the applicable warranty period from the date of purchase. The applicable warranty period varies by product model, and is identified in your user documentation, on the product package, or as listed below. Should any of these warranty periods differ, the longest specified warranty period will apply. Replaced products will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty days, whichever is longer.

III. EXCLUSIONS

The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Normal wear and tear.
2. Any product which has been modified without permission from be quiet!, or on which the serial number or warranty sticker has been defaced, modified, or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

Accident, abuse, misuse or improper use, neglect, connection to an improper voltage source, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions included with the product.

Fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature.

Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by be quiet!.

Shipping or transport damage (claims must be made with the carrier).

Any other cause which does not relate to a defect in materials or manufacturing workmanship.

1. Cartons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, accessories or other consumables used with this product.

2. be quiet!, Inc. does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements. It is your responsibility to determine the suitability of this product for your purpose.

3. Removal or installation charges.

4. Shipping charges.

5. Any incidental charges.

IV. EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

be quiet!'s sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product at its option. be quiet! shall not, in any event, be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, or data (whether direct or indirect), damages resulting from interruption of service and loss of business, or for liability in tort relating to this product or resulting from its use or possession, even if be quiet! has been advised previously of the possibility of such damages.

V. LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to those of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The duration of implied warranties is limited to the warranty length specified in Paragraph II.

VI. LOCAL LAW AND YOUR WARRANTY

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights granted under local law. These rights may vary.

VII. NO OTHER WARRANTY

No be quiet! employee, dealer, or other agent is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty.

VIII. TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR WARRANTY SERVICE

Please see your product owner's manual or visit the service section at www.bequiet.com for details and contact information. You will need to provide proof of purchase for warranty service.