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Product:
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Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU |
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Price:
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$105 (CAN) / $80 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Aspire International Corp
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Author:
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Hi-TEK
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Date:
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October 19th, 2003
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Elise from Aspire International Corp
for providing the Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU for review.
Introduction:
Case modification has gained in popularity transitioning away from an enthusiast’s hobby into the mainstream
spotlight. In the past where traditional stock cases were the mainstream items to be modified, we now see
this practice being spread to peripheral devices and hardware components. The pre-modified market has now
provided the opportunity for the novice computer user to have a fully customized PC that looks factory
assembled. Aspire International has been one of the new emerging companies to embrace the pre-modified market
with a suite of products targeted for case modders world wide. This year the company has released its new
flagship case the new X-Superalien and introduced several complimentary add-on components. Today in the MTB
Labs, we will be evaluating the new Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU, a product that combines dual fan cooling
options and aesthetic appeal into an all-in-one solution.
Specifications:
The Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU is one of many consumer based PSU units offered by Aspire
International Corp and comes as a stock item in the X-Superalien Mid-Tower Case. Consumers
have the option of selecting from five colour variations which include Black, Silver, Blue,
Green and Yellow. Here are some of the product specifications taken directly from the Aspire
International Corp website:
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Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU - Key Specifications:
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| Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU: Distributed by Aspire International Corp |
| Dimensions: 150mm (D) x 168.5mm (W) x 86mm (H) |
| Weight: 4.5 lbs |
| Fans: 2 x 80mm UV Blue Fan w/Blue Led Lights |
| See-Through clear acrylic cover (Fire Resistant Material) |
| Multi-Color coated components and PC Board |
| Green UV Sensitive Wire sleeve & Connectors |
| Cable-Tube-Tied wires for neatness |
| Power Supply: 500W P4 Power Supply |
| Special Features: Fan speed adjuster and I/O switch |
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The Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU arrived in a double-walled corrugated cardboard box with the product
name, features, specifications and manufacturer’s logos printed on all sides. The PSU was sealed in
protected plastic with two pieces of polystyrene located on top and bottom to prevent any damage during
the shipping process.
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Out of the box, the Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU has an aesthetically pleasing design. The exterior of the PSU
has been encased in a black anodized aluminum chassis while the top portion has been covered in a see through
acrylic shell. The unit measures approximately 150mm x 168.5mm x 86mm and is slightly heavier than most steel
based power supplies on the market. By default this unit comes with two 80mm Blue UV sensitive ball bearing fans,
which are positioned on either side of the unit for optimal cooling. The Aspire Aluminum ATX-AS500W PSU did not
ship with any instruction manual but includes a few built-in features such as Short Circuit Protection,
Over Voltage and Over Current Protection. These features are designed to safe guard any components that are
attached to this unit and is comparable to surge protection found on most standard power bar strips. Additional
accessories also include one power cord and four chrome thumb screws.
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