User manual CORSAIR AX1200I 80PLUS PLATINUM

[. . . ] Product Features Digitally Controlled Power Unlike traditional power supply designs, the Corsair AX1200i uses a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) for optimized efficiency and tighter voltage regulation, which improves overall system stability and component reliability. • Quiet , Efficient Operation Upgrading to digital provides increased efficiency. The AX1200i is certified 80 PLUS® Platinum, which results in lower heat generation and a quieter fan profile. The AX1200i is so efficient that the 140mm fan doesn’t even spin at low loads for completely noiseless power delivery. [. . . ] 3V, 5V and 12V rails short to any other rail, or to ground. It also ensures that no damage should occur to the unit, or your PC’s components, in the event of a short. Corsair Cable Configuration AX1200i Qty 1 2 6 3 1 3 2 1 • Length 610mm ± 10mm 650mm ± 10mm 600mm ± 10mm 700mm ± 10mm 850mm ± 10mm 750mm ± 10mm 101mm ± 5mm 800mm ± 10mm Connector/Cable 1 1 1 4 4 4 1 1 ATX Cable 24-PIN (20+4) EPS/ATX12V Cable 8-PIN (4+4) PCI-E Cable 8PIN (6+2) SATA Cable (4 SATA) SATA Cable (4 SATA) Peripheral Cable (4 PIN) Floppy Drive Cable (4 PIN) PMBUS Cable (4PIN) Power Supply Specifications • • Dimensions: 150mm(W) x 86mm(H) x 200mm(L) MTBF: 100, 000 Hours Package Contents • • • • • • • • • • Corsair Professional Series power supply unit Modular cable set User Manual AC power cord Cable ties Mounting screws Corsair case badge Carrying bag Corsair Link™ Digital interface cable Corsair Link™ USB Dongle Power Supply Efficiency 94 94 90 90 86 86 82 82 78 78 % EFFICIENCY % EFFICIENCY INPUT 230Vac INPUT 230Vac INPUT 115Vac INPUT 115Vac 7 6 Corsair Link™ Digital interface cable 100% 100% 50% 50% SYSTEM LOAD SYSTEM LOAD 20% 20% 10% 10% Power Supply Fan Noise Curve Corsair Link™ USB Dongle 40 40 30 30 SELF TEST 20 20 FAN NOISE (Decibels) FAN NOISE (Decibels) 0 0 10% 10% 20% 20% 40% 40% 60% 60% 80% 80% 100% 100% SYSTEM LOAD (Watts) SYSTEM LOAD (Watts) COMM PORT SELF TEST P R O F E S S I O N A L S E R I E S™ P R O F E S S I O N A L S E R I E S™ Using the Self Test Feature SELF TEST b. Connect the SATA cables to your SATA SSD or hard drive’s power sockets. Connect the PCI-Express cables to the power sockets of your PCI-Express video cards if required. Connect the peripheral cables to any peripherals requiring a small 4-pin connector. Make sure all the cables are tightly connected. Connect the AC power cord to the power supply and turn it on by pushing the switch to the ON position (marked with “I”). SELF TEST Using Corsair Link™ with your New AX1200i COMM PORT Before you are able to monitor your new PSU with Corsair Link™ you must connect the power supply to an internal USB header using the Digital Interface Cable and USB Dongle. Plug one end of the Digital Interface Cable into the COMM PORT of the AX1200i, seen here: In order to use the self-test feature, please follow the steps below. Connect the PSU to an AC power source, and flip the power indicator on the back of the PSU to the On position (I). Press the self-test button on the modular connector side of the PSU. If the button lights up green and the fan spins for a moment, you’re good to go!If the button lights up red or does not light up at all, please contact Corsair COMM PORT customer service for further technical support. Installing your New AX1200i Step A: Removing your existing power supply If you are building a new system, skip to Step B. Disconnect the AC power cord from your wall outlet or UPS and from the existing power supply. Disconnect all the power cables from your video card, motherboard and all other peripherals. Follow the directions in your chassis manual and uninstall your existing power supply. Step B: Installing the Corsair Gaming Series power supply 1. Make sure the power supply’s AC power cable is not connected. Follow the directions in your chassis manual and install the power supply with the screws provided. The main 24-pin power cable has a detachable 4-pin mechanism in order to support either a 24-pin or a 20-pin socket on the motherboard. [. . . ] Other cables might not be compatible and could cause serious damage to your system and power supply. The 24-pin main power connector has a detachable 4-pin connector. This 4-pin connector is not a P4 or ATX 12V connector. Do not force this cable in the P4 or ATX +12V socket on the motherboard. [. . . ]