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

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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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