Manual - M2 Flatpack Kit 2024.6

What's In The Box

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M2 Grater Flatpack Kits
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M2 Round Flatpack Kits

Included in the kits:

  1. Front Panel
  2. Rear Panel
  3. Top Panel
  4. Bottom Panel
  5. Side Panels: Mesh Side Panel x2
  6. Motherboard Tray
  7. Fan + Radiator Bracket
  8. Power Supply Bracket - SFX
  9. Power Supply Inlet Cable (Right Angle)
  10. Screw Bag

NOT included in the kits:

  1. Power Supply Bracket - ATX
  2. High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket
  3. VGPU Kit (PCIe Cable included)
  4. GPU Anti-Sag + Travel Kit
  5. Tall Case Feet
  6. MB & GPU Rear IO Cover
  7. Front IO Cover
  8. Grater Side USB IO Kit

Screws For Assembly

M2 Screws For Assembly

Do NOT Overtighten The Screws! — Stop turning once resistance is felt; do not exceed one-quarter turn

🧭 Tip: Fasteners differ in length and head shape - lining them up side by side can help with identification


Use The Mat

M2 Use The Mat

Build on the included mat to protect panels from scratches!


Optimize Airflow

M2 Optimize Airflow Mini-ITX 1
M2 Optimize Airflow Mini-ITX 2
For Mini-ITX Motherboard ONLY

M2 Optimize Airflow Mini-ITX Micro-ATX

For Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX Motherboards

For less dust, set intake airflow through the Side Panels with dust-filtering holes, and exhaust through the Top & Bottom Panels

🧭 Tip: Top/Bottom Panel Intake Setups Are Supported.

Dust filters are also available as an accessory for this type of airflow setup


Install PSU Bracket

M2 Install PSU Bracket

Choose either the SFX Bracket or ATX Bracket for installation

M2 Install PSU Bracket 2

Use your power supply screws to secure the bracket — use 3 screws ONLY to avoid interference


Secure PSU to MB Plate

M2 Secure PSU to MB Plate

Check orientation — the MB Plate's flat side should face the PSU

M2 Secure PSU to MB Plate Mini-ITX 1
M2 Secure PSU to MB Plate Mini-ITX 2
For Mini-ITX Motherboard ONLY
M2 Secure PSU to MB Plate Mini-ITX Micro-ATX 1
M2 Secure PSU to MB Plate Mini-ITX Micro-ATX Grater
For Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX Motherboards

Install Motherboard

M2 Install Motherboard Mini-ITX 1
M2 Install Motherboard Mini-ITX 2
Mini-ITX Motherboard
M2 Install Motherboard Micro-ATX
M2 Install Motherboard Micro-ATX 2
Micro-ATX Motherboard

Install CPU Cooler

M2 Install CPU Cooler Noctua NH-D12L


Install GPU

M2 Install Graphics Card

🧭 Tip: Plug in the PSU cables to the Motherboard, GPU, and other components before the next step - this will save a lot of hassle later


Install PSU Inlet Cable

M2 Install PSU Inlet Cable

Pass the PSU inlet cable C13 male head through the Rear Panel


Install Rear Panel

M2 Install Rear Panel

The GPU IO Bracket Tabs must be fully inserted into the Rear Panel slot

M2 Install Rear Panel 2

M2 Install Rear Panel 3

Do NOT remove the GPU Lock Bar, removal makes installation harder

M2 Install Rear Panel 4

Check the GPU is seated properly before tightening the screws


Install Front Panel

M2 Install Front Panel

M2 Install Front Panel 2

Make sure this screw is aligned with the hole on the ATX/SFX PSU Brackets

M2 Install Front Panel 3

Using a longer screw at this location will damage your power supply!

M2 Install Front Panel Round

🧭 Tip: Orient PSU fan away from the solid Front Panel for better airflow

M2 Install Front Panel Grater

🧭 Tip: Orient PSU fan toward the vented Front Panel for better airflow


Install Bottom Panel

M2 Install Bottom Panel


Install Fan Bracket

M2 Install Fan Bracket Side

Side Fan Bracket Mount — Remove the Front & Rear Panel Foams

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Side Fan Bracket Mount — Adjust up & down for the best fit

M2 Install Fan Bracket Top

Top Fan Bracket Mount — Keep the Front & Rear Panel Foams in place

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Top Fan Bracket Mount — Adjust left & right for the best fit

🧭 Tip: Don’t tighten the screws yet!

Install the Fan Bracket with screws loosely in place
Install the Top Panel and make sure it opens/closes smoothly
After checking the Top Panel fit, fully tighten the bracket screws



Install Fan Bracket Top - Adjust for Top Panel


Install Side Panels

M2 Install Side Panels

Insert the bottom edge of the Side Panel into the Bottom Panel slot
If not fully seated, the top panel will not close properly

M2 Install Side Panels Alignment


Final Step: Install Top Panel

M2 Install Top Panel

Insert the Top Panel’s front edge (tongue) into the Front Panel recess

🧭 Tip: Make sure both side panels are fully seated first. If misaligned, the top panel won't close properly



M2 Install Top Panel 2

Secure the top panel by inserting the included Thumbscrews into the Rear Panel holes and tightening by hand

🧭 Tip: These screws prevent accidental sliding or lifting of the top panel during use or transport


Accessory — ATX PSU Bracket


Accessory — High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket

Buy High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket

M2 & M3 Install High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket Side

Side Fan Bracket Mount — Remove the Front & Rear Panel Foams

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Side Fan Bracket Mount — Adjust up & down for the best fit

M2 & M3 Install High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket Top

Top Fan Bracket Mount — Keep the Front & Rear Panel Foams in place

M2 & M3 Install High Flow Dual 140 Fan Bracket Top gif

Top Fan Bracket Mount — Adjust left & right for the best fit

🧭 Tip: Don’t tighten the screws yet!

Install the Fan Bracket with screws loosely in place
Install the Top Panel and make sure it opens/closes smoothly
After checking the Top Panel fit, fully tighten the bracket screws



Install Fan Bracket Top - Adjust for Top Panel


Accessory — VGPU Kit

Accessory — GPU Anti-Sag + Travel Kit


Accessory — Tall Case Feet


Accessory — MB & GPU Rear IO Cover

Buy MB & GPU Rear IO Cover

M2 & M3 Install MB & GPU Rear IO Cover
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This two-piece MB & GPU IO cover works with M2 and M3
The open-source file is on our 3D Files page


Accessory — Front IO Cover


Accessory — Grater Side USB IO Kit

More Details Coming Soon