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Swiftbladez

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Using a micro-atx case. So modular easier to manage.
I forgot to pre-order 2x X-660 for him. So I'll try AX-650 for the flat cable.

I thought FSP going to have full modular versions?

the "modular" series of FSP out le. FSP Aurum CM 650w in SLS. But not FULLY modular cause the 24pin motherboard 8 pin cpu and one pci-e 6+2 pin is permanent one. It doesn't really matter though since you will use all of that.
 

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Corsair HX1050 Power Supply Review
The Professional HX series used to be Corsair's flagship of PSU products, until the AX series was launched. The main differences between HX and AX series are the different OEMs, the first are built by CWT while the second by Flextronics (AX1200) and Seasonic (AX850, AX750), the efficiency rating (HX:Silver, AX:Gold) and the used cabling design, the HX models utilize a semi-modular cable design while all three AX PSUs are fully modular.

Only recently, at Computex 2011, Corsair introduced the new HX1050. We suspect that the main reason behind the release of this model was that Corsair had a gap in this wattage range. To be more exact, the AX series does not include a 1000W PSU, the HX1000W counted many years in production and the competition was getting very rough. So a new PSU at this wattage range was urgently needed to enrich Corsair's arsenal.
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Corsair/HX1050/
 

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Cooler Master GX 650W Bronze Power Supply Review
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We didn't review Coolermaster's older GX Series, but from what we heard/read their performance was not very impressive. As it seems this forced Coolermaster to take a big decision and change the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) from Seventeam to Enhance. Regardless the OEM change, in order to avoid confusion among the buyers, CM kept the same naming scheme adding only the “Bronze” word after the model name. So, for example, "GX-650W" became "GX-650 Bronze" and so on. Also, besides the upgraded efficiency all major characteristics like cable configuration and power specifications remained the same.

The updated GX series counts four models with capacities spanning from 450W to 750W, in 100W steps. In this review we will test the Cooler Master GX 650W Bronze, a unit that targets mainly upper-midrange systems. This PSU features a single +12V rail, uses a non modular cabling design and is equipped with a 120 mm fan which is provided by Adda, one of the best fan manufacturers. According to our sources the price of the GX-650W Bronze will remain at the same level with the older model, regardless all improvements. This is something very good of course for the end users.
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/CoolerMaster/GX650W_Bronze/
 

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if im going to unlock my athlon II X3 455, can my aurum 400w support it? im also using HD 6670 OC from 800mhz engine clock to 850mhz and my mobo is asrock 890gx pro3 with 4gb dual ram kingston hyperx grey series.

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Corsair HX1050 Power Supply Review
Back when Corsair's HX1000 power supply came out, it was the highest powered unit they had. Indeed, it was one of the most powerful and impressive units in its day. Even now, it remains a popular unit for those needing gobs of power at a good price. But time hasn't stopped for anyone, and the market has changed. Not about to be left behind, Corsair is now looking to replace that aging unit with something new - the HX1050. It's time to find out what's changed. I have one, and I intend to torture it.
http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=245
 

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if im going to unlock my athlon II X3 455, can my aurum 400w support it? im also using HD 6670 OC from 800mhz engine clock to 850mhz and my mobo is asrock 890gx pro3 with 4gb dual ram kingston hyperx grey series.

thanks!
i've seen bryan do a SLI + i5-2500k OC to 5ghz, and still run off the fsp aurum 400W. of cos not recommended, but based on that, i think 6670 which doesnt draw much power so shld be no problem la

http://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/showthread.php?t=3247388
 

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if im going to unlock my athlon II X3 455, can my aurum 400w support it? im also using HD 6670 OC from 800mhz engine clock to 850mhz and my mobo is asrock 890gx pro3 with 4gb dual ram kingston hyperx grey series.

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not a problem. since the 6670 doesnt take much power either.
 

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planning to upgrade psu but casing can only fit 140mm depth. any longer will hit the connecting cables on top ports. believe FSP Aurum is standard ATX size and will fit but some commented it's noisy. any other suggestions from PSU gurus?
 

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suggestion :

can we have the buyer guides back?

the one w the pricelist is very useful for newbies like me so dun have to ask so many times...
 

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Is an 650w psu enough for gtx 560ti SLI?

Intel Core i5 2400
BIOSTAR TP67B
Kingston DDR3-1333MHz 8GB (2X4GB)
Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB 32MB
Samsung SATA 22X DVD Rewriter
FSP Aurum Modular CM 650W
Palit GTX 560 Ti 1GB

Planning to add another gtx 560 ti to my current rig. Is my 650w psu enough, assume I don't overclock anything?
 

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You can't add another gtx560ti.. the motherboard doesn't support nvidia SLI.

for power,

i5 2400 = 95w
mobo rams = 30w
hdd dvd = 20w
fans = 10w
2x gtx560ti = 340w
total: 495w
+ 20% headroom = 594w or greater high quality psu recommended.

your current psu should be enough
 

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Sea Sonic Announces Time Line of Future PSU Product Launches
In Quarter 4, 2011, Sea Sonic will introduce many new and exciting products. First will be the start of our Platinum series and then the completion of our award winning X – Gold series followed by a whole new Gold – G series and upgraded M12II.

In September 2011 (estimated), our PLATINUM P-860 & P1000 will be available on the local markets. These models represent the highest level of technology, efficiency, performance and quality yet produced by Sea Sonic.

GOLD – X Series - Complete the family
The highly successful X series will be completed this September with the X-1050 & the X-1250, both 100% modular, Gold efficiency and super high performance and quality. The X series will span from 400 & 460 watts fanless and 560, 660, 760, 850, 1050 & 1250 with S3FC to make the most complete 80PLUS Gold series available on the market!

GOLD – G Series - A new frontier
In November of 2011 (est.), the all-new G series will be launched to bridge the gap with semi modular for the PC enthusiasts and Gold efficiency for super performance, energy savings and quality. Available will be 350, 450, 550 & 650, targeted right at the heart of the most popular power outputs!

BRONZE - M12II series - High Power and yet cost effective
The new M12II-650, 750 & 850 is made for the enthusiasts who need more power, but keep the modularity and is price focused. These units will be available in Oct 2011......

http://www.techpowerup.com/149595/Sea-Sonic-Announces-Time-Line-of-Future-PSU-Product-Launches.html
 
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