Vantec Ion 400 watt ATX (VAN-400B)
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Vantec is a well-known name in the computer industry offering a full line of PC parts and accessories. Their product line includes CPU coolers, numerous peripheral devices, accessories and of course power supplies. The Vantec Ion 400 watt ATX power supply is the latest addition to their power supply offerings.
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The
back panel includes a manual on/off rocker switch, temperature mode selector
switch and accessory AC outlet. Note the
two included serial ATA adapters in the picture on the left.
The
onboard fans can be controlled in three different, user selectable modes. In “Auto” the fans adjust sped according to
the internal PSU temperature. The other
two modes allow manually setting the fans to either slow speed or medium speed.
Vantec
Ion 400 watt ATX – key features:
- ATX12V (Rev.
2.03)
- Two
temperature controlled, ball bearing fans (80mm)
- Low noise
level
- Black braid
webbing on ATX power cable
- On/Off switch
and accessory outlet on rear panel
- Serial ATA
ready (4-pin to 15-pin adapters, no 3.3V)
- Long life
140,000 hrs MTBF (@ 25ºC)
- 3 year
warranty
Components
are neatly arranged inside the Ion enclosure with plenty of room for air
circulation over the various heatsink surfaces.
Here are a few pictures of the Ion with the cover removed.
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