Peachtree Audio Nova High Gloss Black Integrated Stereo Amplifier with Built-in DAC Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got the Peachtree Nova today and hooked it up to a pair of new Mirage OMD-15 speakers and Wadia iPod transport with digital coaxial cable. Then sat down to listen to Beethoven's late string quartets performed by the Quartetto Italiano. Words cannot explain how good this combination is. The purity and warmth of the sound is amazing and made me remember just why high fidelity makes all the difference to really appreciate classical music. Greatly exceeded my expectations.

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It is not often that new milestones in audio are set: The Nova is one of those rare products that fit well into this elite category of firsts.Nova is the answer if you're looking to improve computer-based streaming audio to a "high-end" performance level; or if you just need a new millennium integrated amplifier. The Nova is a world class 80wpc integrated amplifier with enough digital and analog inputs and outputs to satisfy all the new digital devices, plus, it can handle a few of the old dogs like turntables (w/external phono preamp), tuners, etc.. It performs much like a high-end integrated amplifier because that's what it is.Whether it's digital or analog, the Nova will make it sound great! Along with its little brother, the Decco, they're truly the most versatile integrated amplifiers on the market and engineered for the way you listen today.Now all the time, effort, and money you've spent ripping CDs and downloading music is rewarded with truly incredible sound. Even compressed MP3 files sound almost indistinguishable from the original CD when played through the Nova or Decco. So if you like to rip or download...go for it. We'll make it sound great.

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VideoSecu CCTV Security Camera USB DVR System MPEG4 Internet Remote Control, including 4 Color Infrared IR Day Night Vision Security Cameras, Power Supply and Camera Extension Cables WAN Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently bought this system . I am quite happy with it! Here are my thoughts: Everything that came in the box was as expected.
con : each camera require running cable until a local power source shared (4 cam)
I was looking for was ensuring that each camera didn't require a local power source, as I didn't relish the idea of running receptacles to each camera location.
I will like single cable with an video connector that runs to each camera and carries both power AND video signal .
Plus : very cheap, nice picture.
I was impressed with the picture I got from the night vision from the cameras.
Easy install software and run.
recommended this system
Some of the features I like about this unit is of course the night vision cameras, the ability to view the cameras over the internet, the ability to record continuously or as motion sensors.


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4 CHANNEL USB DVR SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM is great for home/office/shop guard or baby care purpose. This package comes with one of 4 channel USB video capture, 1 Digital Video Surveillance software, 4 IR cameras, and 1 power supply for 4 cameras, 4 of 50 feet security camera cable. It'll save your time and make your life easier! You can do your own digital security system, by easy installation use your own PC. It is the cost-effective solution to replace commercial VCR tape recorder, which also supports stable digitize video record and easy manages the recorded data via index of date and time. That is it, makes your life more safety and easier. Note: PC (use your own) are not included. This product is compatiblewith Windows Vista 32 bit, Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows 98. The PC must be Intel based PC. AMDwill not work. Please do not order if your PC is AMD.

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Purepower Rx 600W Review

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(More customer reviews)What more could someone want in a power supply? It has all the power one would most likely ever need in a power supply. It has the modularized cable management, so you only have the cables you need in your case, making for a nice clean look. The under the hood big plus is the fact that it's got the PFC (Power Factor Correction), it's a major plus if you understand how dirty the power from the average wall socket can be, with the power spikes and dips. I've had my Purepower now for a couple months and its been great.
Next time when I upgrade my computer my power supply will be ready for it.

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Thermaltake is a respected leader in computer thermal solutions technology. Thermaltake has increasingly enjoyed the adoption of its thermal strategies by OEM and ODM companies worldwide. Its engineers are masters of airflow analysis material conductivity and efficiency design. Thermaltake's unwavering devotion to quality and customer satisfaction has earned its products the approval of computer enthusiasts everywhere. PRODUCT FEATURES: Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 version; Compatible with latest PCI-Express and Dual Core CPU configuration; Three+12V output circuitry provides stable voltage for system: 12V1 for processor; 12V2/12V3 for PCI-Express peripheral and motherboard; Modularized cable management improves internal airflow; Universal AC input 115~230V automatically scans and detects the correct voltage for different country; Quiet and reliable 140mm ball bearing fan; Industrial grade protections: Over current Short-Circuit and Over voltage; Safety / EMI Approvals: CE FCC UL CUL TUV and BSMI certification. Primary InformationPower Device Type:Power supplyPower Device / Form Factor:InternalVoltage Provided:+3.3 +5 +12 VVoltage Required:AC 115/230 VPower Provided:600 WattOutput Connector(s):19 x 4 pin internal power 4 pin mini-power connector power 4 pin ATX12V connector 15 pin Serial ATA power 6 pin PCI Express power power 24 pin ATXWidth:6.3 InchDepth:5.9 InchHeight:3.4 InchCompliant Standards:CE UL TUV BSMI cUL FCCHi-tech black ;Circuit breaker ;ATX12V 2.2/ EPS12V ;140 mm fan overcurrent protection overvoltage protection cable managementUNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code:39121004Product IDUPC:841163020449Manufacturer Part:W0144RU

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APC Smart-UPS 2200VA for Servers, Voice, and Data Networks - SUA2200 Review

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(More customer reviews)To the above Reviewer... All you had to do is just take the 20 AMP plug off and put a 15 AMP plug on. Sure, you can not use the full load capacity but your run time will be great. I modded my own Smart UPA 2200VA over 7 years ago. I am on my second set of batteries with this thing. It still runs stable... Very few pieces of man-made equipment can you say this about. So do not let the plug deter you... or others. Plus it has full sine-wave output... not stepped sine-wave. For example with a stepped sine-wave output, on BATTERY POWER alone, if you plug a florescent bulb into it the bulb would turn on and off, if you were using a regular light bulb you might see it go dim/bright/dim/bright. The stepped sine wave output is a approximation of AC (alternating current) but the sine wave is virtually identical to the power that comes out of the wall. Sine Wave output requires more expensive electronics.


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APC Smart-UPS protects your data by supplying reliable network-grade power in either traditional Tower or Rack-optimized form factors for space constrained business critical applications. Award winning APC Smart-UPS is the perfect UPS for protecting business critical fileservers (Intel or UNIX based) minicomputers network switches and hubs Point of Sale retail/bank back office and ATM's. Rack Mount versions are the choice for rack optimized servers server appliances blade servers other blade devices and rack-mounted network switches and hubs. Primary InformationPower Device Type:UPSUPS Technology:line-interactiveVoltage Provided:AC 120 VVoltage Required:AC 120 VPower Device / Form Factor:ExternalFeatures:Audible alarmDimensions&MiscellaneousWidth:7.7 InchDepth:21.5 InchHeight:17 InchWeight:112.4 lbs.Compliant Standards:CSAFCC Part 15 Class AUL 1778Enclosure Color:BlackPowerPower Provided:1980 Watts / 2200 VASurge Suppression:StandardBatteryBattery Type:UPS batteryBattery Technology:Lead-Acid batteryBattery Form Factor:Plug-in moduleBattery / Run Time:6.7 min at full loadConnectionInterfaces & Connections:Interfaces: 1 x management - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) 1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type BInput Connector(s):NEMA 5-20POutput Connector(s):8 x NEMA 5-15R 2 x NEMA 5-20RService&SupportService & Support Type:2 years warrantyUNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code:39121011

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XFX 850 W Modular Power Supply P1850BCAG9 (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)A high performance product for a good price. At 850w this PSU can handle most high end systems, unless you are using the latestest Nvidia cards for SLI.
I'm running two GTS 250 cards with SLI and this power supply exceeds what I need. My favorite feature is that there are less cables required for the unit.
The basic cables, like the ones that plug on the motherboard are traditionally installed on the unit. However, power cables that are used for the hard drives
and other internal components are plugged into the unit separately. So, you only need to plug in power cables that you need instead of having all these
extra cables inside the computer that you don't need. It should satisfy my power needs for a long time.

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APC Smart-UPS SMT3000 2700W/3000VA 120V LCD UPS System Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using APC products for 15 years, and remain a devoted user because their UPS's WORK. Our applications are primarily in the field of professional audio. Our consoles, amps and electronic equipment NEVER need servicing due to power fluxuation related damage. Use one of these big 3000VA units for a 30A circuit, and it just works -- you forget about it until the lights blink! An entire control room runs off of one unit, and we've not had any difficulties in my 12 years working in it. Plus, we're in Florida, lightning strike capital of the US!
Because the product description provided above does not tell much, I've included the summary from APC's web site:
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SMT3000 Features
Intuitive LCD interface
* Provides clear and accurate information in multiple languages with the ability to configure the UPS locally with easy to use navigation keys.
Predictive replace battery date
* Dynamically provides the month and year when battery replacement is recommended to aide in long term maintenance planning.
Green mode
* Patent-pending operating mode that bypasses unused electrical components in good power conditions to achieve very high operating efficiency without sacrificing any protection.
Energy meter
* Provides actual kilowatt hours of usage for energy conscious users.
InfraStruXure Central compatible
* Enables centralized management via APC InfraStruXure® Central.
Pure sine wave output on battery
* Simulates utility power to provide the highest degree of compatibility for active PFC (power factor corrected) servers and sensitive electronics.
Single switched outlet group
* Single outlet group that may be controlled separately from the UPS for discrete reboot of hung devices, sequenced on/off and non-critical load shedding.
Battery failure notification
* Provides early-warning fault analysis on batteries enabling timely preventive maintenance
SmartSlot
* Customize UPS capabilities with management cards.
Cold-start capable
* Provides temporary battery power when the utility power is out.
Serial Connectivity
* Use any Home Automation network to monitor and control the S20 through its RS-232 serial port. For information on how to communicate with the S20, see APC's Application Note #102. Crestron and AMX installers should visit their respective websites for information on how to integrate the S20 into those networks.
Resettable circuit breakers
* Enables a quick recovery from overload events.
Hot-swappable batteries
* Ensures clean, uninterrupted power to protected equipment while batteries are being replaced
Disconnected battery notification
* Warns when a battery is not available to provide backup power.
Automatic self-test
* Periodic battery self-test ensures early detection of a battery that needs to be replaced.
Automatic restart of loads after UPS shutdown
* Automatically starts up the connected equipment upon the return of utility power.
Adjustable voltage-transfer points
* Maximizes useful battery life by widening the input voltage window or tightening the output voltage regulation.
Adjustable voltage sensitivity
* Provides the ability to adapt the UPS for optimal performance in specific power environments or generator applications.
Audible alarms
* Provides notification of changing utility power and UPS conditions.
User-replaceable batteries
* Increases availability by allowing a trained user to perform upgrades and replacements of the batteries reducing Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
USB connectivity
* Provides management of the UPS via a USB port (not available on all models).
Serial Connectivity
* Provides management of the UPS via a serial port.
Temperature-compensated battery charging
* Prolongs battery life by regulating the charge voltage according to battery temperature.
Boost and Trim Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
* Gives higher application availability by correcting low and high voltage conditions without using the battery.
Intelligent battery management
* Maximizes battery performance, life, and reliability through intelligent, precision charging.
Safety-agency approved
* Ensures the product has been tested and approved to work safely with the connected service provider equipment and within the specified environment.
Power conditioning
* Protects connected loads from surges, spikes, lightning, and other power disturbances.
Network manageable
* Provides remote management of the UPS over the network.
Adjustable voltage sensitivity
* Provides the ability to adapt the Power Conditioner for optimal performance in specific power environments or generator applications.
Predicitive failure notification
* Provides early-warning fault analysis ensuring proactive component replacement.

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Antec Signature Series 850W PSU ( SG-850 ) Review

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(More customer reviews)I think Antec hired the same company that does packaging for Apple to package this power supply. If what's inside the box was garbage, the packaging wouldn't matter - but this is one solid huge well built power supply.
The box - there's a black cardboard/paper sleeve. You slide that off to reveal a black box top and bottom with a yellow box in between. Take off the top and you are greeted with a black cardboard insert with a real live signed by a human being performance print out. Under that is the power supply in a double looped cardboard and foam box. Lift that box out and there's another cardboard card that covers the modular connectors. All neat, tidy, packaged with just the right amount of materials to keep this whole unit well protected.
The supply itself. This thing is so pretty, I almost want to have it on display. The black paint is beautiful. Actually I'd guess this supply would work great with the Antec Spider "enclosure". You can also feel the quality in the weight, this is a heavy PSU.
Cabling - the fundamental important cables are hard wired to the PSU. Wrapping is done with black nylon mesh where the loose ends are capped with a big plastic ring that should never come off (no wire ties, no sad crimping). Antec was smart about cable separation, so you should be able to route the wires cleanly inside your case. The built in wires are standard motherboard wires (24 pin, 4 and 8 pin); 2 PCI-e 8 pin; 3 Molex; and 3 SATA. Probably just the right number of connectors for most installs. There are 4 more modular sockets 2 for more PCI-e 8 pin connectors; and then more Molex / SATA connectors. The supply comes with additional modular cables: 2 x 3 Molex connectors; 2 x 3 SATA connectors; and 2 PCI-e connectors.
So this PSU could provide power for a ton of fans, a big old load of IDE / SATA hard drives (9 of each), and 4 video cards (or 2 that require dual PCI-e connectors). If you've read this far, you are interested in this PSU. Please do yourself a favor, and don't just take my word for the quality of this PSU; type exactly this in google and read the first link: jonnyguru antec signature 850. You will be very very happy you did that, and you will be very happy you purchased this PSU.
It fit perfectly in my Antec P182 case. And it is very quiet when running. There are fancier, flashier PSU's. Antec took the silent strong approach to this PSU.

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Designed to appeal to system builders looking for a truly premium power supply, the Signature 850 boasts many cutting-edge features. Not only does the Signature 850 deliver the absolute pinnacle of stability, reliability, and quiet cooling, it also passes 80 PLUSBronze certification.

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Quiet 4U Rackmount Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a very nice case. I am building a server for doing audio recording at home, and wanted something quiet and rack mountable. I have never built a PC from scratch before, so I was concerned with I opened the box. Case came with a bag a screws and miscellaneous parts (including a clear plastic window with adhesive strips, etc.), but no manual, no warranty info, no packing list - nada. Fortunately, my motherboard documentation was comprehensive. I still had to figure out how to hook up the SATA2 drives, and to use standoffs to raise the MB off of the floor of the case. However, all's well that boots successfully. Note, the power switch on the front does not stay in the on position, but that's by design. The support people will respond by email.

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Quiet computing comes to rackmounts Antecs Studio Series rackmount enclosures offer rock-solid rackmount chassis ruggedness with Antecs famous Quiet Computing. Available in 3U and 4U sizes, these cases feature special 650-Watt, whisper-quiet power supplies, plus 92mm and 120mm fans for cool, quiet operation. Cooling is further enhanced by a unique segregated air-flow design. Backed by Antecs legendary 3-year warranty on all parts and labor, our Studio Series lets you power up, tune in, and enjoy!

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Tripp Lite SMART1500SLT Smart 1500VA Line-Interactive UPS with SNMP Slot (8 Outlets) Review

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(More customer reviews)As noted in prior reviews, it is a little loud (fan noise) however, I found that after a while I don't even notice it. As to function, it has responded flawlessly to several brownouts / short interruptions in power. I have a Dell Studio XPS purchased at the beginning of 2010 and found out the hard way that the regular UPS I had (TrippLite Smart1500LCD SmartPro UPS) would not function due to the requirements of the power supply in my new PC. I read several articles about replacing the power suppply to overcome these problems, but decided that the wisest choice was to replace the UPS with one that provided true sine wave output that my PC expected. I have not been disappointed with my selection. I moved the old Smart1500LCD to one of my other PC's with less demanding power supply expectations, so I don't feel I wasted my prior investment.

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1.1500VA line interactive tower UPS system2. Sine wave output in AC and battery mode 3. Simultaneous communications via SNMPWEBCARD slot, USB and DB9 serial ports 4. Included PowerAlert UPS monitoring software manages an unlimited number of network UPS systems 5. Corrects brownouts and overvoltages from 91 to 145V 6. USD250,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance (USA, Puerto RicoCanada only) 7. Estimated Retail Pricing USD499.00

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OCZ Z-Series GOLD OCZ-Z1000M 1000W Review

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(More customer reviews)Excellent power supply with the right number of 8 pin connectors for SLi & Crossfire graphic cards. Some of the new "High Powered" video/graphic cards require two 8 pin connectors each, this baby has them. This is one of the few 1000 watt, single rail psu in the market that is "Gold" rated and it's compact for it's size. Read the reviews of this unit on the internet and become a believer. Highly recommended:
PC custom build
Evga 132-BL-E758-A1 mbo
i7-950 cpu 3.07Mhz Stock clock
12 gigs of ddr3 triple channel Ocz 13333
Zalman CPU cooler
2 MSI HD5870 Lightning GPU's O/C Graphic cards Crossfire
Cooler Master Storm Scout Case w/ 5 case fans
1000 watt Z1000M Gold Ocz psu
300gb VelociRaptor 10,000rpm HD
1tb Samsung F1 7200 HD b/up


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OCZ Z Series Gold / 1000W / SLI-Ready / Active PFC / Modular True to our enthusiast roots, OCZ Technology designed and developed the Z Series for power users searching for nothing but the best. Paving the way toward the most efficient means of achieving high-end performance, these PSUs feature ultra-high efficiency of 90% and have achieved the 80+ Gold Certification. OCZ strived to make the Gold Z Series a true \'best-in-class" power supply, including a powerful single +12-volt rail design and an industrial-grade core engineered for maximum stability and reliability. Built for excellence, the Z Series raises the bar in power management and provides an unparalleled solution for enthusiasts who won\'t settle for anything less. Powerful Delivering 1000W of continuous output and utilizing a high-performance architecture, the Z1000M provides rock-solid power for the systems of gamers, enthusiasts, and power users. With a peak wattage of 1100W a single +12V rail (83A) design, the Z1000 doesn\'t put limits on your system the way competing PSUs do. Ultra-Efficient High-performance doesn\'t need to translate into over-the-top energy use. With an ultra-high 90% efficiency rating, the 80 Plus Gold certified Z1000 power supply offers ultimate stability without driving up your energy costs. Industrial-Grade The Z1000 is tested and certified at industrial levels (50°C) to provide the ultimate powerhouse for those that require long-lasting, industrial-grade components for their mission-critical system or cutting-edge gaming machine. Modular Cable Management Promoting a cleaner and cooler case environment, the Z1000 M edition features a modular cable system to eliminate unnecessary connectors. This optimizes airflow and allows further customization of your power system. Premium Cooling & Acoustics Powerful yet cool, the Z1000M maintains ideal temperatures and superior air flow thanks to a large 135mm double ball bearing fan that adapts to the system\'s load and thermals.

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CyberPower PR3000LCDRT2U Smart App Sinewave Green UPS - 3000VA/2250W AVR LCD SNMP/HTTP XL (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is one HEAVY UPS. Make no mistake, this is not really intended for home use. It is incredibly user friendly, except the weight. The software is great! The only real downside is when the unit looses power, the fans that kick on are more than a little noisy... but they only come turn on when it looses power, so that's a pretty small downside... Oh, and only 4 of the outlets are back-up outlets. The other 4 are surge protected only. All in all, the unit is great. And [...] got it to me FAST! I've ordered from them before, and will definitely do so again

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The Smart App Sinewave LCD UPS Series provides an advanced level of power protection to support mission-critical servers, telecom equipment, VOIP and internetworking hardware.The PR1500LCDRTXL2U has both a Pure Sinewave waveform and Full Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) technology, which delivers a consistent and clean AC signal that protects connected equipment and prevents costly business interruptions. The multifunction LCD readout provides ready access to power/battery condition vitals, such as: Runtime, Load, Temperature, and much more. The unit also features a battery expansion interface for an additional battery pack in order to increase back-up time.It includes eight (8) battery and surge protected NEMA 5-15R output receptacles, including four (4) that are designed to serve as fail-safe options for protecting critical loads. It also comes with four maintenance-free, user-replaceable 12V/9Ah batteries.Bundled PowerPanel Business Edition Management Software monitors UPS status and can provide unattended shutdown of two serially connected servers. The patented GreenPower UPS\' advanced circuitry reduces UPS energy costs by up to 75% compared to competitive models.An optional SNMP / HTTP Remote Management adapter (RMCARD201) supports remote management and control of the PR1500LCDRTXL2U through a standard web browser.The unit\'s unique convertible design allows for use in either a Tower (T) or Rackmount (RM) form factor.Backed by US-based Technical Support, an industry-leading 3-Year Warranty and a Connected Equipment Guarantee of $400,000.

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Antec True Power Quattro 1200 (TPQ 1200) Review

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(More customer reviews)The Quattro so far has been up and running for about a month now and seems to provide flawless power to my system which includes a 5970 (dual gpu) card, water cooling fans and pump, dual core LGA775 system, 2HDD, and 4gb of ram. The last power supply was a 750 that was outdatted with lack of 8pin pcix adapters so with the new power hungry card I selected this power supply which comes with more connectors than I need now, but should provide a good future upgrade path to either hexacore systems (AMD/Intel).


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Combining 1200 watts of stable and quiet power with cutting-edge efficiency and style, the NVIDIA SLI -Ready certified TPQ-1200 blasts ahead of the competition. Six +12V rails deliver unbeatably stable power that earns the incredibly rare 80 PLUS Silver distinction, the highest independently; certified standard in energy efficiency. In addition, the TPQ-1200 boasts a Pulse Width Modulation; (PWM) fan that uses server-grade technology to deliver unbelievably quiet cooling. Universal Input and Active PFC allow the TPQ-1200 to operate efficiently on any power grid in the world, while gold-plated connectors provide superior conductivity. Advanced Hybrid Cable Management lets builders reduce clutter, and industrial grade protection circuitry keeps systems safe and stable. Factor in the slick racing stripe paint job, and the TPQ-1200 leaves every other power supply in the dust.

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PC Power and Cooling PPCT860 Turbo-Cool 860W power supply, SLI and 80+ Certified Review

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(More customer reviews)Simply put I will not buy a power supply from any other company in the future. Tested and certified in the factory with a report you can look at, these guys have an attention to detail that is appreciated. Mysterious problems on reboot with my previous 1200 Watt power supply went away once I dropped this one in its place. The only downside is their prices. Based on other reviews on other sites I finally decided to splurge and I will never use anything else anymore.

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Key Features Form Factor ATX AC Input 90V - 264V Fan Features 30 - 52 CFM ball-bearing Output Power 860W MTBF 200,000 hours Warranty 7 yearsDetail Specifications AC Input Operating Range -- 90-264 VAC Frequency -- 47-63Hz Current -- 12A@115V Efficiency -- 84% EMI -- FCC-B, CE DC Output Output -- +5V@26A, +12V@64A(70A peak), -12V@0.8A, +3.3V@22A, +5VSB@3A, continuous = 860W, Peak = 930W Requlation -- 1.5%(+3.3V, +5V, +12V), 5%(-12V) Ripple -- 1%(p-p) Hold Time -- 20ms PG Delay -- 300ms Miscellaneous Compatibility -- NVIDIA SLI Certified M/B Connectors -- 24-pin, 8-pin, 4-pin, four PCI-E Drive Connectors -- 15(6 SATA, 8 Molex, 1 mini) MTBF -- 200, 000hours(full load, 40C) Safety OV Protection -- +3.3V, +5V, +12V OC Protection -- +3.3V, +5V, ±12V Agency Approval -- UL/ULC/CE/TUV/RoHS Environmental Temperature -- 0° - 50°C Humidity -- 10% - 90% RH Fan Type -- 30-52 CFM ball-bearing Noise -- 32-44db(A) Warranty -- 7 years

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Thermaltake Toughpower 1350W 80PLUS Silver Certified Continuous Power SLI-ready CrossFireX Certified AMD GAME Ready Modular Power Supply TP-1350M Review

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(More customer reviews)The Thermaltake Toughpower 1350W Power Supply is designed with high quality and high performance in mind.
For those that like to push their computers to the limits.
My Windows computer, that I also use for powerful 3D games, had dual Geforce 295 video cards (2 GPU's each), for 4 GPU's total, and Quad-SLI.
Along with the Intel Core i7 quad core CPU, this system can be quite demanding on the power supply.
I needed a power supply powerful enough for today, and the future.
Once I got this power supply, I upgraded to the latest Motherboard, Asus Rampage III Extreme, the Intel Core i7 Extreme 980X six-core CPU, and dual Geforce 580 video cards.
The power supply handles this easily.
It also has modular cable, with enough connector for 4 powerful video cards, several hard drives, optical drives, etc.
Overall, it's a great power supply, with high efficiency, and 5 year warranty.


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The Toughpower Series of high-performance power supply is now more efficient than ever. Toughpower 1350W power supply is built with the latest in high-efficiency circuitry that enables even the most power hungry gaming systems or mission-critical servers to operate efficiently and effectively. 80PLUS Silver certified to bring you energy bill saving that you can actually see with 85%, 88%, and 85% power efficiency at 20%, 50%, and 100% loading respectively. Dual +12V rail design with massive 60A on each rails (120A total), power user can now truly enjoy continuous and consistent power delivery to each and every components, even at ambient temperature of up to 50°C. High-quality Japanese-made electrolytic & solid capacitors utilized in Toughpower 1350W greatly improves the durability and offers the highest stability and reliability. Built on the latest Intel ATX12V V2.3 & SSI EPS12V 2.91 standards along with industrial-grade power protections including Over Current, Over Voltage, Under Voltage, Over Power, Over Temperature and Short-Circuit protections.

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Tripp Lite SMART1500RM2U Smart 1500VA 2U Rackmount Line-Interactive UPS (8 Outlets) Review

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(More customer reviews)I am using this UPS for professional audio equipment so I am not implementing the automated shutdown features it offers for computer systems. The unit is well constructed and was easy to install in an EIA equipment rack. Using the rear rail supports was a bit of a chore as the device was meant for a server rack which normally has a much greater depth than the rack in which this UPS is mounted. A couple of cuts to the adjustable drawer glide style rear support rails with a metal cutting saw and I had attachment points at both the front AND rear of the unit. This UPS has worked without fail for over a year. We tried a few simulated power failure tests when we first bought it (the UPS feature has not been needed in the field yet) and it switched over without loss of power and ran the equipment for a more than ample period of time to allow shut down without incident.

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SMART 1500RM2U intelligent, line-interactive sine wave rack/tower uninterruptible power supply prevents data loss, downtime and equipment damage due to power outages, voltage fluctuations and transient surges. Requires only two rack spaces (2U) in a standard rack enclosure. Large internal batteries offer 25 minutes half load runtime and 10 minutes at full load. Maintains regulated 120V nominal output without using battery power during brownouts and overvoltages from 83 to 147V.

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Cyberpower PR1500SWRM2U UPS - 1500VA/1000W PureSine AVR Boost/Buck 6-Outlet RJ45 2U Rack/Tower USB/2xSerial Review

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(More customer reviews)When I purchased a Dell Studio XPS9100 (with some very high horsepower components) for graphics rendering and video production 8 months ago, I didn't know the difference between regular UPS units and Pure Sine Wave UPS units... until repeated power issues at my home/office kept crashing my XPS9100 but didn't seem to bother my Studio XPS8100, which was protected by a traditional CyberPower 1500 UPS. The Tech Support people at CyberPower impressed me by immediately diagnosing the problem and suggesting a solution (Pure Sine Wave UPS). The local wiring issues have still not been completely resolved, so the UPS is triggered several times almost every day... but my XPS9100 AND XPS8100 never know that there's a problem. The controls are idiot-simple and the construction is extremely heavy duty and practical (comes with handles for rack mounting). The battery is easily accessible and you can barely hear the unit when it's running. If you need top quality and dependability in a Pure Sine Wave UPS for a great price, look no farther... because, if you do, you'll end up buying the CyberPower anyway... and I was a loyal APC customer for years.

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The Professional Rackmount Smart App Sinewave Series is designed for corporate networks and telecommunication equipment that require high-performance True Sinewave technology. Its unique design allows it to either be tower or rack (2U) mountable. The PR1500 can support mission-critical equipment and applications, and also has Full AVR Buck/Boost technology that stabilizes AC energy to prevent power interruptions. The Pure Sinewave series also incorporates microprocessor-based fully digital control, and includes PowerPanel Plus Smart Power Management software which gives the user ultimate control and flexibility of power management options. The PR1500 comes with 4 (four) 12V/7Ah batteries, which are maintenance-free and user-replaceable. All your network/DSL/modem connections are protected with a 1796-Joule rating, and the device is fully SNMP/HTTP manageable with the addition of an external card. It also is equipped with 2 serial communications ports that allow for the control of 2 PCs or servers.

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Musical Fidelity - V-PSU - Upgrade Power Supply Review

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(More customer reviews)The good:
1) Same build quality, finish & size as other components in Musical Fidelity (MF) V-Series.
2) Adds an On / Off function to the V-DAC. Can keep it turned off when not being used.
3) Can power up to 3 MF V-series components at the same time.
4) Detachable / upgradeable Power Chord (PC).
5) 'Made in Taiwan' just like the V-DAC. Taiwan is known for making many hi-fi products. Usher Audio is one amongst them.
6) External PSU is an advantage in terms of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) free performance.
The bad:
1) Does not have universal voltage input (110V - 220V). The MF V-PSU will only work in either 110V or 220V, depending on the market it's being sold. This takes away the 'travel with it anywhere' portability that the MF V-series was known for.
2) Very basic / cheap Power Chord (PC) & 1.3 mm jacks for such an expensive PSU.
3) The plastic used for the figure 8 power socket in the V-PSU feels delicate & flimsy.
4) It's strange that this product is not listed on MF's website.
Background:
It all started with me wanting to improve the sound on my Zone 2 speakers consisting of a pair of Mordaunt Short 902i bookshelf speakers & also to do more justice to my library of imported (made in E.U.) CD collection. After much thought, search & research, I decided to buy a Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) instead of a dedicated CD player. This decision was also influenced by the fact that I had started ripping my CDs in WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) & storing them in a LaCie LaCinema Classic Multimedia Player LaCie LaCinema Classic 1 TB USB 2.0 Multimedia Portable External Hard Drive 301864KUA.
My budget was about USD400. I rounded off on Musical Fidelity (MF) V-DAC priced at USD300 & Cambridge Audio (CA) DacMagic priced at USD430 Cambridge Audio DacMagic Digital-to-Analog Converter with USB, Black. After comparing both in my system, I realized that MF V-DAC had the magic & CA DacMagic had the value. Midrange is very important to me & MF V-DAC had it in spades. It improved the already good midrange of the Mordaunt Short 902i speakers. The CA DacMagic was not bad either, it had clarity & separation in spades. It had all the bells & whistles that is not seen or heard at this price point. Functions such as filter settings, input signal strength indicator, easily selectable multiple digital inputs, on/off button etc, to name a few, really impressed me. There were a couple of things about the CA DacMagic that did not appeal to me. It made my system a lil' brighter, it was also less forgiving towards 'less than perfect' recordings & the larger wall wart (AC/AC) was uglier than the small wall wart (AC/DC) that comes with the MF V-DAC. Both PSUs did not have a universal voltage input. They worked either on 110V or 220V depending on the market it was being sold. I chose to keep the MF V-DAC & hoped to use the difference of USD130 to buy a better quality / flexible PSU & maybe get some decent Interconnects (IC) too.
Performance:
I've been listening to the MF V-DAC with the V-PSU in my system for a few weeks now. Straight out of the box, I placed the V-DAC & V-PSU one behind the other (see pix) to make it look like one single & long black box. When I first played music, I c'd instantly feel that the sound has become deeper, louder & wider when compared to the original wall wart. Unfortunately, the music also sounded a lil' flat, bloated & lifeless. I thought a few days of run-in should open it up but that never happened. I then suspected that the EMI / RFI from the V-PSU may be robbing V-DAC's performance. As soon as I moved the V-PSU, by about a foot away from the V-DAC, I was really surprised at the improvement I heard & it was repeatable.
The V-PSU brings a lil' more refinement & body to V-DAC's already superb performance. This is very evident when listening to female voices, the midrange seems a lil' more full bodied, 3 dimentional & smoother. The slight edginess in the upper mid frequencies has mellowed down a lil' bit. The bass is deeper & more robust. All this is unfortunately at the cost of speed. The MF V-DAC now sounds a lil' more slow, warm & laidback. This warm & laidback presentation is especially very good when listening / playing back music with lot of vocals & that's what I listen to most of the times. People who like a more forward presentation sh'd surely give these a try before buying them. I tried familiar CDs by artists such as Sheryl Crow (Hits & Rarities), Dire Straits (Best of Dire Straits & Mark Knopfler) etc to name a few. The supplied wall wart & the V-PSU are both rated @ 12V DC, 500mA. The wall wart is 'Made in China' but the V-PSU is 'Made in Taiwan' just like the V-DAC.
Design:
The MF V-PSU looks just like the V-DAC except for the lettering on the box. It now adds an On / Off function to the V-DAC. It's a nice touch, but the On / Off switch is right next to the power socket, on the side panel, so it's actually not easy / simple for everyday use. There are 2 black boxes to handle now, this makes them clunky together. Cable management has become a lil' more messy with both boxes having cables going in / out from both sides of the box. It's now best to hide them somewhere behind in the rack.
The MF V-PSU is stated to be a CRPS - Choke Regulated Power Supply (choke input) & not a SMPS - Switch Mode Power Supply (capacitor input). Choke input can be quieter, can help smoothen the mids & the highs of the DAC at the cost of speed (laidback presentation). Capacitor input on the other hand can be dynamic, can bring out the well timed bass of the DAC at the cost of a lil' upper frequency noise (forward presentation). Chokes are not necessarily sophisticated or expensive. In general, chokes can be cheaper than high quality capacitors. There are good & bad examples of both types of power supply. The MF V-PSU looks like a very good example of CRPS.
I doubt that the already efficient & background quiet MF V-DAC c'd also benefit with a good quality SMPS than the original wall wart. I can only confirm this when I get my hands on either 'Little Pinkie' from Rock Grotto (priced @ USD170) or vDAKPak from Russ Andrews (priced @ USD125). Both the above mentioned SMPS are also considered an upgrade to the V-DAC's wall wart.
Other options:
The combined worth of MF V-DAC & V-PSU now stands @ USD550. For about the same amount of money, + / - USD100, I c'd also have considered any one of the following for my budget system, depending on my needs:
1) Oppo BDP-80 as a transport (USD290) with Emotiva XDA-1 as a DAC / Preamp (USD300). Total = USD590.
2) Emotiva XDA-1 as a DAC / Preamp (USD300) with Emotiva UPA-2 (USD350) as an amp. Total = USD650.
3) Musical Fidelity's very own M1 DAC (USD650) that has far more appeal, bells & whistles than the V-DAC & V-PSU put together. Total = USD650.Conclusion:
The MF V-PSU is surely an upgrade for anyone wanting to improve the performance of the MF V-DAC and other MF V-Series components. It takes the already superb performance of the V-DAC to the next level. I can't imagine ever listening to the V-DAC again without the V-PSU. Musical Fidelity is known for it's warm & laidback house sound. The MF V-DAC & V-PSU together have that signature warm & laidback presentation that may not suit all kinds of music / taste, so it's best to try them before U put U'r money on them. For the price, I wish it also included universal voltage input. Surely for a British hi-fi brand like Musical Fidelity whose flagship amps cost upwards of GBP12000, the V-Series must be 'Value' in relative terms & is a great attempt to reach out to the budget conscious customers.
I bought the MF V-PSU from Divine Audio, UK, where it's currently on sale & is priced @ just USD145 not including shipping & tax. For the price I paid, I consider it good value for money. If U choose to buy the V-PSU from UK, U may also need a 110V - 220V converter such as the Goldsource Step Up & Down Voltage Converter Transformer ST100 (100 watts) Goldsource® Step Up and Down Voltage Converter Transformer ST100 - AC 110/220 V - 100 Watt.
Just my $0.02.
Brgds.

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The Musical Fidelity V-PSU is a very impressive, robust addition to the V-Series of compact audiophile components. It is a high performance, choke regulated external power supply that will power up to three V-Series components. The V-PSU makes notable improvements to the sonic performance of the V-DAC digital-to-analog converter, V-CAN headphone amp, and V-LP phono preamp.Inside the sleek compact housing of the V-PSU lies a sophisticated DC power supply. The ultra compact high µ core transformer has very low hysteresis.The V-PSU has three completely separate power supplies, each with its own dedicated transformer winding, for powering up to three V-Series components. As a result, crosstalk between PSUs is virtually zero.Musical Fidelity has taken care of every detail so that the B+ from the V-PSU is very high quality. The low ESR high capacity power supply caps are complemented by milspec 'blue' PTCs. The whole system is tuned for optimally matched output impedance and power supply current capacity.In short the V-PSU gives a real sonic boost to any of the Musical Fidelity V-Series products. You don't know what you're missing until you try one, and you won't believe the sonic heights that V-Series components can reach with the V-PSU.

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