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Know Nuttin

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http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=14065&vpn=FSP400-60PN-R1&manufacture=FSP GROUP USA

http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=14067&vpn=FSP400-60THN-R&manufacture=FSP GROUP USA

Is there a large difference between these 2? I'm thinking of upgrading my Antec to one of these. Which one would be better? Colour doesn't matter. I'm after quiet and stable performance.

Does anyone know the actual amperage ratings on these PSU'S? I've checked Fortron's site and can't seem to find the actual model numbers listed.
 
The blue storm version is better. I'm pretty sure it has a higher 12v amp too. Also the blue storm has dual 12v lines. And the blue storm is also 24 pin instead of 20pin.

It's also BLUE:)

PEACE
 
Correct, the "Blue Storm" is ATX 2.0 so is fully PCI-Express compatable (as well as compatable with the old standard with the 20 pin power mobo power headers via a 20->24pin adapter).
 
Any other opinions?

I'm leaning towards the BlueStorm, given the info so far. I like that it has adjustable pots as well.

Also under consideration is the Enermax 420w Noisetaker and the Startech 480w Silent PSU.
 
Know Nuttin said:
Any other opinions?

I'm leaning towards the BlueStorm, given the info so far. I like that it has adjustable pots as well.

Also under consideration is the Enermax 420w Noisetaker and the Startech 480w Silent PSU.
Is this for the system in your sig?
Fortron also makes a 500w version for $89 at newegg (if they ever get them back in stock) which I think is one the best psu's available for the $$.
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=17-104-934&depa=0

oh, just noticed you live in Canada and probably want to order from a canadian store.... Either way, my previous statement is still relevant.:)
 
Yep, it's for my rig.

the Antec is doing very well but I'm finding it getting noisy under load, from it heating up. I'd like to go with a quieter solution. The Antec is the smartpower 350w with 21a on the +12v and i'm really impressed that it has held up so well.

The 400w is priced very reasonably at $75 CDN. That is why I'm looking seriously at it.
 
Know Nuttin said:
The 400w is priced very reasonably at $75 CDN. That is why I'm looking seriously at it.
It constantly amazes me that people find ways to convince themselves they can be motivated by nothing more than cheapness and not pay a price for that approach. Get the 24 pin unit...

If you want to know the specs on these units, try a real website (www.newegg.com).
 
the 400w Bluestorm is the one I was referring to. I was really leaning toward it, i just didn't know why it was worth $10 more. And it's $75 this week, which is why I was asking this question this week.

Thanks for all opinions, keep them coming.
 
Sorry, I misunderstood. I thought you were referring to the silver unit.

Definitely get the Blue Storm model. The other 400W unit is only 18A on the 12V line, and this is not adequate for Prescott overclocking. It would be nearly as overloaded as your SL350.
 
No problem. I wasn't being very clear, and that's a mistake on my part.

I am very shocked that my SL350 has held up so well, I do hope the Fortron can do the same and be quieter.

Fortron's have been almost impossible to get in Canada. That's why I'm so lost on the spec's or even where to find out info on them other than the Fortron website.
 
Know Nuttin said:
Fortron's have been almost impossible to get in Canada.

You just gotta know where and how to look for them (cough*Sparkleatmostplaces*cough). ;)

Got mine from www.razorcomputers.net in Ontario - this was before NCIX picked them up.
 
I believe you can find those models on the Fortron-Source website, but as newegg actually tells you what you would need to know in order to make an intelligent buying decision (a novel concept most retailers cannot conceive of), they are a great source for information. As an aside the multiple late-model pics of nearly all products on newegg's site is another excellent (and unique) resource. I often use them to make finite determinations that simply cannot be otherwise made without laying your hands (or at least your eyes) on an actual unit.

Perhaps someday other retailers will figure out that they will make more money if they bother to be good at their jobs. For now, newegg is the only one that has it fully figured out.

http://www.fsp-group.com.tw/english...=FSP400-60PN(R)&factorname=ATX12V-12cm Series

http://www.fsp-group.com.tw/english...modelname=FSP400-60THN&factorname=ATX 12V 2.0
 
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