FRACTAL EPOCH (01) PDF DOCUMENT

The FRACTAL EPOCH case includes the following main components:

• Chassis

• Side Panels

• Access Panel

• Bottom Filter

• Front Panel

• I/O Cover Plate

• Top Panel

• 2 x 3.5″/2.5″ Trays

• 2.5″ Tray

Additionally, depending on the version, it may include:

• 3x Momentum 12 Fan (non-RGB version)

• 3x Momentum ARGB Gen 2 PWM 12 Fan (RGB version)

• Fractal Connect Cable (RGB version)

• Extension cable (non-RGB version)

The accessory box for the FRACTAL EPOCH contains:

• x8 Mounting Screw (6-32)

• x8 Hard Drive Damper

• x8 3.5″ Drive Screw

• x4 Power Supply Screw

• x4 Cable Tie

• x16 Mounting Screw (M3)

• x1 Motherboard Standoff

• x1 Ball catcher

To remove a side panel on your FRACTAL EPOCH, pull the top edge of the panel outwards away from the chassis. Once it is unclipped, lift the panel up and away from the case.

1. Slide the power supply unit (PSU) into the case from the rear, into the PSU shroud area.

2. Secure the PSU to the back of the chassis using the four included power supply screws with a PH2 screwdriver.

First, install the I/O shield that came with your motherboard into the rectangular opening at the rear of the FRACTAL EPOCH case. Before installing the motherboard itself, it is recommended to prepare it by installing the CPU, CPU cooler, and RAM modules.

1. Ensure the standoffs in the FRACTAL EPOCH case are aligned with the mounting holes on your motherboard. The case is pre-configured for ATX motherboards. For Micro ATX (mATX) motherboards, you may need to move standoffs.

2. Carefully lower the motherboard assembly into the case, aligning it with the standoffs and the I/O shield.

3. Secure the motherboard to the standoffs using the eight provided M3 mounting screws and a PH2 screwdriver.

IMPORTANT: Match the motherboard mounting holes to the stand-offs.

Connect the cables from the front panel of the FRACTAL EPOCH to the appropriate headers on your motherboard. The cables include:

• USB Type-C (20 Gbps)

• USB Type-A (5 Gbps)

• HD Audio

• Power SW and Power LED

1. Align your graphics card with the top PCIe slot on your motherboard.

2. Insert the graphics card firmly into the slot until it clicks into place.

3. Secure the graphics card’s mounting bracket to the chassis using two PH2 screws.

To remove a drive tray: Loosen the thumbscrew holding the tray in place and slide it out of its bay.

To install a 2.5″ drive on a dedicated tray: Place the 2.5″ drive on the tray and secure it with four to eight screws using a PH2 screwdriver.

To install a 3.5″ or 2.5″ drive on a multi-purpose tray:

• For a 3.5″ drive, place the drive in the tray, use the rubber dampers, and secure it from the bottom with four screws.

• For a 2.5″ drive, place the drive on top of the tray and secure it from the bottom with four screws.

For Non-RGB Fans:

1. The fans can be connected in a series (daisy-chained).

2. Connect the cable from one fan to the next.

3. Plug the final 4-pin PWM connector into an available fan header on your motherboard.

For RGB Fans:

1. Daisy-chain the fan power cables and the RGB cables separately.

2. Plug the final 4-pin PWM connector into a motherboard fan header.

3. Plug the final 3-pin ARGB connector (labeled +5V D GND) into a compatible 5V addressable RGB header on your motherboard.

• Front Panel: To remove the front panel, pull firmly from the bottom edge to detach it from the chassis.

• Top Panels: First, slide the solid top cover towards the rear of the case and lift it off. Then, you can unscrew and remove the underlying fan/radiator mounting bracket.

• Access Panel: Loosen the thumbscrew at the top rear of the access panel, then pull the panel away from the chassis to remove it.

The maximum PSU length in the FRACTAL EPOCH depends on the number and position of the 3.5″ drive trays and the size of the front radiator. Refer to the table below for specific configurations.

The FRACTAL EPOCH case supports either one 120mm or one 80mm fan at the rear exhaust position. To install one, align the fan with the corresponding mounting holes on the back of the chassis and secure it using four fan screws.

• Maximum CPU Cooler Height: 170 mm

• Maximum Graphics Card Length: 372 mm

Radiator Support:

• Front: Up to 360mm or 280mm

• Top: Up to 240mm (with max 35 mm motherboard component height)

• Rear: Up to 120mm

Thickness and Width Limitations:

• For radiators up to 125mm wide, the maximum thickness is 72mm.

• For radiators up to 151mm wide, the maximum thickness is 52mm.

Front 360 Radiator Limitation: When installing a 360mm radiator in the front, the end tank can have a maximum size of 30mm. The orientation of AIO tubes (up or down) will affect clearances.

For regular dust maintenance on your FRACTAL EPOCH, slide the bottom filter out from the front of the case to clean it. You can also remove the front panel to access the front fan intakes for cleaning. Use a damp cloth or compressed air to clean the filters and panels.

Momentum 12 Fan (Non-RGB)

Momentum 12 Fan (RGB)