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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Jessica from SilverStone Technology
for sending the SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply for review.
Introduction:
Due to the nature of personal PC's and industry standards, there are many components located inside
a computer that do not evolve drastically. The most important and often overlooked is typically the
PSU or Power Supply. The power supply is one of the key items inside a computer and at the same
time can be the most limiting. Many computer modifications are thwarted due to lack of available
current from an under powered PSU. SilverStone Technology based out of Ontario, California is
relative newcomer to the consumer computer market specializing in unique ID and mechanical
design for all kinds of aluminum alloy products. The company has recently released a series of
products based on PC cases, Medical Appliances, Power Supplies and other accessories. Today in the
MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the new SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply. A product that features
a 120mm fan as a high efficiency power solution.
Specifications:
The SST-ST360 Power Supply is one of four different units available on the SilverStone Technology
website. All SilverStone Technology power supplies comply with all UL/CUL, CB and TUV safety
approvals as well as FCC and CE EMI regulations. Here are some specifications taken directly from the
SilverStone Technology website:
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SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply - Key Features:
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| SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply: Manufactured by SilverStone Technology |
| Dimensions: 150mm (W) x 140mm (L) x 86mm (H) |
| High efficiency power solution |
| Optimum quality standard |
| 120 mm Fan motor assume PC stability |
| Support serial ATA connector |
| Auto thermal sense to minimize acoustic needs |
| Background noise 26 dBA when the system is running normally |
| Fan sensor |
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SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply - Key Specifications
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| Operating / Storage Temp: | 5 ~ 40/-40 ~ 70 |
| Relative Humidity: | 5 ~ 90% |
| Operating / Storage Altitude: | 3,000/15,000 FT |
| MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure): | 100,000 HRS |
| Safety Approvals: | UL/CUL, CB, TUV, Denoko, Nemko, VDE |
| EMC Regulations: | FCC, CE |
| Input Voltage: | 100 - 127/220 - 240 VAC |
| Frequency: | 47 ~ 63 H |
| Input Current: | 8A @ 115 VAC 4.5A @ 230 VAC |
| Hold Up Time: | 14ms @ full load |
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The SST-ST360 Power Supply ships in a silver/gunmetal grey cardboard container with the SilverStone Technology
logos located on all the sides along with the model and serial numbers of all the other units. This typical design
means that the same packaging can be universally used with all their existing power supply models.
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Most manufacturers are not concerned with a product's paint finish; however the SilverStone SST-ST360 Power Supply
is a polished dark gunmetal grey colour, different from the other power supply units, which are usually made
from tin steel. On the bottom of the PSU, a 120mm fan is positioned over the location where the CPU would
normally reside. The benefit of the 120mm fan position allows it to draw away hot air from the CPU,
expelling it out the rear of the case. SilverStone Technology has also kept the general colour scheme flowing
by using a black wire fan grill, four black screws to secure both the fan and unit together.
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The rear of the PSU, which would normally be seen from the rear of the computer case, is completely stamped with
small ventilation holes, presumably to lessen airflow restriction. On the lower left (upper right when mounted)
of the rear is the AC inlet plug, which connects the PC to the wall outlet, a simple ON/OFF switch and a 115v/230v
slide switch, selectable depending on location and electrical service provided. One item that I noticed was missing
was a secondary AC plug. Secondary AC plugs have started to become default options on most high-end PSU units since
many consumers use it to power secondary devices such as monitors or water cooling equipment.
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