Introduction

So you are building an HTPC are you? Well one of the noisiest components is the power supply, those fans can really make a racket... With all the choices of PSU's out there today, just which one do you choose that is quiet, stable and yet powerful? Why not look at a company that makes HTPC products, a company like Nmedia. So, today for review I have the Nmedia Mute Power Series 500 Watt Power Supply for review, and yep it's all that and more, read on to learn more...

Quick Specs

Type: ATX12V Version 2.0
Maximum Power: 500W
Dual 12V: Yes
Fan: 140mm Dual Ball Long Life
Noise Level: <25dBA
Efficiency: >80%
Hold-up Time: 16ms Min
Power Good Signal: 100 ~ 500mS
Input Voltage: 115/230 V
Input Frequency Range: 50Hz ~ 60Hz
MTBF: > 80,000 hours at 25c

Power Rails:
+3.3V@35A
+5V@40A
+12V1@16A
+12V2@18A
+5VSB@2A

Connectors:
1 x Main connector (20+4 pin)
1 x 12V (P4)
2 x SATA
1 x PCI Express
7 x molex peripheral
1 x Floppy

Get all that? Well if not, just continue reading...

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