Xconnect Power Supply

[movpvr]

I recently ran across this power supply when looking for a high power pc im putting together. Let me know what you think. Link I like the idea of it being Modular and getting rid of any unused connectors till I need them.

 

[sunase]

You know, I've been kicking myself for spending extra on low latency ram. The performance difference is almost negligible vs. value ram. Maybe you can push it a little more on the OC as well, but still. Anyway, seeing people go gaga over these new PSUs makes me feel better since they are paying extra for something even more worthless. ^^

Buying one of these is like buying Alienware. It means something, but probably not what you want it to mean. People have been making these double connector PSUs on their own to eek out that last little bit of cooling performance and looks from really tweaked setups for much longer than you could buy premade versions. Doing that and showing it off to other people could be cool. Saying you bought it, though, that will just get you one of those "oh, clueless rich kid doesn't know how to spend money" looks...

 

[Manzelle]

Originally posted by: sunase
You know, I've been kicking myself for spending extra on low latency ram. The performance difference is almost negligible vs. value ram. Maybe you can push it a little more on the OC as well, but still. Anyway, seeing people go gaga over these new PSUs makes me feel better since they are paying extra for something even more worthless. ^^

Buying one of these is like buying Alienware. It means something, but probably not what you want it to mean. People have been making these double connector PSUs on their own to eek out that last little bit of cooling performance and looks from really tweaked setups for much longer than you could buy premade versions. Doing that and showing it off to other people could be cool. Saying you bought it, though, that will just get you one of those "oh, clueless rich kid doesn't know how to spend money" looks...

What the hell are you talking about? I bought the Antec NeoPower for several reasons... 1) It's an Antec 480w PSU and Antec is the bomb, yo... 2) It is PCI-E ready whenever I am... 3) It has detachable cables which is handy not to mention great for cleanliness...

I can't speak for the PSU the OP mentioned but the Antec NeoPower is unbelievable as far as I am concerned...

 

[Wahsapa]

Originally posted by: sunase
You know, I've been kicking myself for spending extra on low latency ram. The performance difference is almost negligible vs. value ram. Maybe you can push it a little more on the OC as well, but still. Anyway, seeing people go gaga over these new PSUs makes me feel better since they are paying extra for something even more worthless. ^^

Buying one of these is like buying Alienware. It means something, but probably not what you want it to mean. People have been making these double connector PSUs on their own to eek out that last little bit of cooling performance and looks from really tweaked setups for much longer than you could buy premade versions. Doing that and showing it off to other people could be cool. Saying you bought it, though, that will just get you one of those "oh, clueless rich kid doesn't know how to spend money" looks...

AHHHH! -FUD alert-

the PSU is one of the most IMPORTANT things you can invest in. PERIOD. everybody needs to post in this thread about how WRONG it is to even THINK any PSU will be fine, because it WONT.

i mean... sorry, your just wrong.

as for the OP. i like PC Power and Cooling and Fortons :thumbsup:

edit: bolded for emphasis, and sorry you got dicked on low lantency ram..

 

[sunase]

Well brand and wattage is a whole 'nother thing. Paying much extra on those is stupid as well. I've seen dozens of Dells running the same general level and amt. of components (after upgrades) as enthusiast setups without a hitch - with half the power supply some of these idiots buy. That's all off topic, however.

The point is that this particular option for a power supply, leads that can be unplugged at the PSU, is both nothing new, the modding community has been doing it themselves for some time (which is hella cheaper btw), and a waste of money to pay for. It makes your case slightly tidier and helps air flow slightly. Compared to that the memory was an awesome deal.

Two of my computers currently use older style Antec 400watt PSUs, I got them for 35$ each this year since newer featured ones are out. Anyone who says blowing nearly 3 times that for the piece of crap the OP linked or other PSUs of that vein is off his rocker. That money is better spent on something that matters. Anyone who comes across a setup with that crap in it will know immediately the money went into stupid looks and fads instead of actual performance.

 

[vetteguy]

Originally posted by: sunase
Well brand and wattage is a whole 'nother thing. Paying much extra on those is stupid as well. I've seen dozens of Dells running the same general level and amt. of components (after upgrades) as enthusiast setups without a hitch - with half the power supply some of these idiots buy. That's all off topic, however.

The point is that this particular option for a power supply, leads that can be unplugged at the PSU, is both nothing new, the modding community has been doing it themselves for some time (which is hella cheaper btw), and a waste of money to pay for. It makes your case slightly tidier and helps air flow slightly. Compared to that the memory was an awesome deal.

Two of my computers currently use older style Antec 400watt PSUs, I got them for 35$ each this year since newer featured ones are out. Anyone who says blowing nearly 3 times that for the piece of crap the OP linked or other PSUs of that vein is off his rocker. That money is better spent on something that matters. Anyone who comes across a setup with that crap in it will know immediately the money went into stupid looks and fads instead of actual performance.

You're quibbling over a $100 PSU? Considering some people here spend THOUSANDS on other components, as it was pointed out, the PSU is something you shouldn't skimp on. Who crapped in your cereal???

 

[Manzelle]

Aside from booze and women I have nothing else to spend my money on...

 

[erikistired]

Originally posted by: vetteguy

Originally posted by: sunase
Well brand and wattage is a whole 'nother thing. Paying much extra on those is stupid as well. I've seen dozens of Dells running the same general level and amt. of components (after upgrades) as enthusiast setups without a hitch - with half the power supply some of these idiots buy. That's all off topic, however.

The point is that this particular option for a power supply, leads that can be unplugged at the PSU, is both nothing new, the modding community has been doing it themselves for some time (which is hella cheaper btw), and a waste of money to pay for. It makes your case slightly tidier and helps air flow slightly. Compared to that the memory was an awesome deal.

Two of my computers currently use older style Antec 400watt PSUs, I got them for 35$ each this year since newer featured ones are out. Anyone who says blowing nearly 3 times that for the piece of crap the OP linked or other PSUs of that vein is off his rocker. That money is better spent on something that matters. Anyone who comes across a setup with that crap in it will know immediately the money went into stupid looks and fads instead of actual performance.

You're quibbling over a $100 PSU? Considering some people here spend THOUSANDS on other components, as it was pointed out, the PSU is something you shouldn't skimp on. Who crapped in your cereal???

i don't think he's saying skimp, i think he's correctly saying you can get a solid quality power supply without all the flash for less. he's just being obnoxious about it.

i gotta agree a bit tho, because i'd rather put the extra cash somewhere else, even if the idea intrigues me.

edit: however, to each his own, and there is another thread around that mentions that psu which probably has more helpful info in it. i believe the poster was happy with his xconnect unit.

 

[erikistired]

http://forums.anandtech.com/me...y=y&keyword1=antec

 

[Zepper]

From previous experience with Infotel (distributes Ultra) I can cay that they are always looking for the high-margin angle. Take that for what it's worth. Personally, I would stick with a well respected brand and tie the extra cable back with zip-tie or twist-tie...
. I read some of those reviews that are linked to your page there and if there were an entry in an online dictionary for 'shallow puff-piece', those reviews would be linked to it! I wouldn't trust them to review my dingleberries.
.bh.

 

[Sunner]

Originally posted by: fisher

Originally posted by: vetteguy

Originally posted by: sunase
Well brand and wattage is a whole 'nother thing. Paying much extra on those is stupid as well. I've seen dozens of Dells running the same general level and amt. of components (after upgrades) as enthusiast setups without a hitch - with half the power supply some of these idiots buy. That's all off topic, however.

The point is that this particular option for a power supply, leads that can be unplugged at the PSU, is both nothing new, the modding community has been doing it themselves for some time (which is hella cheaper btw), and a waste of money to pay for. It makes your case slightly tidier and helps air flow slightly. Compared to that the memory was an awesome deal.

Two of my computers currently use older style Antec 400watt PSUs, I got them for 35$ each this year since newer featured ones are out. Anyone who says blowing nearly 3 times that for the piece of crap the OP linked or other PSUs of that vein is off his rocker. That money is better spent on something that matters. Anyone who comes across a setup with that crap in it will know immediately the money went into stupid looks and fads instead of actual performance.

You're quibbling over a $100 PSU? Considering some people here spend THOUSANDS on other components, as it was pointed out, the PSU is something you shouldn't skimp on. Who crapped in your cereal???

i don't think he's saying skimp, i think he's correctly saying you can get a solid quality power supply without all the flash for less. he's just being obnoxious about it.

i gotta agree a bit tho, because i'd rather put the extra cash somewhere else, even if the idea intrigues me.

edit: however, to each his own, and there is another thread around that mentions that psu which probably has more helpful info in it. i believe the poster was happy with his xconnect unit.

That I agree with.
A friend of mine got a 550 watt Antec for no particular reason, he doesn't have 10 10K RPM disks, etc etc.
Me, I've got more stuff than he has, and I bought a relatively cheap Fortron 400W PSU, and it's doing fine.

Doesn't look fancy or anything, it just does it's business as it should.

 

[BW86]

although powmax makes the x-connect its a great psu, my friend just got it and gave me his antec 480w bc he likes it so much. Theres 34amps on the +12v line also. His case is so much cleaner with the new psu. Remember that a sata cable doesnt come with the psu so u have to contact ultra and they will send u one for free. Im going to sell the 480w and get the ultra its a great psu.

 

[Markfw]

powmax makes the worst psu's I have ever seen. If this has changed, please point me to a review to confirm this.

 

[BW86]

it hasnt powmax does make the wprst psu but i guess they changed when making this one.

 

[movpvr]

My friend Just got his. We put it in a Test machine and loaded it down with at many power consiming devices as we could get together. It held up very solid the rails seem to be very solid. i am loving the modular design too. keeps the case much cleaner.

here was our test machine

we had a lot of devices so we used my old server case. 10 5.25 bays and 6 3.5
Via P4PB400 Motherboard
Pentium 4 3.06 533 HT
2GB kinston PC2700 Memory
NEC ND-2500 Firmware updated to ND-2510
MS 16X DVD
optowrite 48X24X48 CDRW
3 Western Digital WD2000JB 200 GB hard Drives
2 Western digital WD2500JD 250 GB striped
floppy Drive
MSI FX5900-VTD 256MB Video
Promise 4port SATA card PCI
Silicon Image IDE Raid Card
hauppage Win TV 250 Tuner Card
Sound Blaster Audigy2
Wireless 802.11G PCI Card
US Robotics 5695 Modem
USB 2.0 2.5 inch Hard drive 60gb USB Powered
iPod
USB Printer
USB Hub
USB Powered Speakers
Firewire External CD-rom
USB Thumb Drive
Palm Docking Station
Windoe XP Pro

Everything Powered Fine Voltage Reading were Good. Tryed Burning a DVD while With another Session of Nero Burning a CD, While Watching a DVD, and tranfering Files from the external HDD. This is the best Real World Test I could Put Together. and everything worked as normal

 

[klah]

When I see it reviewed at SPCR I might consider it.

 

[movpvr]

I dont think i am a good judge of how quiet it is(have a window ac in the room) But it does seem quieter than my other power supplies.