Corp. 480W 240-Pin Dual Fan 20+4 ATX Power Supply PS480D2

I came into the possession of an HP desktop. My work goes better with 2 monitors, so I needed a new video card. Problem is, the stock power supply wouldn't support 2 monitors, so I needed a more powerful power supply.I did some research on this one (mostly reviews, also asked a pro-friend of mine) and decided to get this.OK, first, I'm a novice when it comes to installing the hardware, especially a power supply. But everything worked out fine. My only complaint would be that the plug that goes into the hard drive was about half the length of the stock. But there was another slot for it, so I was able to make it work.The power supply is very quiet, pumps out enough power, and works great...no problems and it was just what I needed.(Update: 2018): The power supply's beginning to go. Earlier today, when I inserted a disk into the drive, the whole thing shut down. And when I tried to turn it on, it would try a few times, then shut back off. So I'm guessing this needs to be replaced. No complaints otherwise. This was bought in May, 2014. Almost 5 years is a pretty good run, especially for less than $40. However, I think I may look into a more powerful one for my next purchase.

Nothing outstanding to note, but product is brand new and powers on. It was an exact fit for my older Cooler Master case which needed a slightly thinner power supply vs my other systems. Seems to work well for a mid 90s setup, and 24 pin connector can be slid apart into separate 20 pin and 4 pin connectors which lets me connect to the 20 pin ATX power connector on my ASUS TUV4X.

Works as expected on that old PC... that way I can finally finalize the work on that machine before giving it away.The case would not fit this PSU exactly. I had to bend a corner. The plug is really close to the edge and the Compaq computer I have has an extra space for a screw on the edge (actually both edges). I just bent the aluminum and I could install the PSU just fine.Somehow, the screws of the original PSU would not fit (a bit larger screws as I would expect). I had to use HD screws to screw it in place. I have tons of all those screws anyway, but I was surprised that it did not use the usual for a PSU.The large plug had an extra 4-pin plug attached to it. I had to detach that extra 4-pin plug. Other than that worked like a charm.So... that old computer runs very well now and does not auto-shutdown once in a while like it did with the old PSU.

The Logisys PS480D2 version I received has (also stated on the box):3 x 4Pin Connectors (not 4)3 x SATA (not 2)1 x FDD Connector1 x 20+4 ATX MB Connector1 x 4Pin +12V Power Connector for P4Like Amazon, the Logisys website specs also list 4Pin & SATA connectors at 4 & 2 for this model so not sure why at least some of them have 3 & 3. The box I received states 3 & 3 (so not just a build error). The same box also boasts 'Dual SATAs' which would imply 2 SATAs, so go figure. Anyway, be aware that Logisys may be providing slightly different PSU versions under the same Model #. The StarTech LP4 (4Pin) splitter I needed to get me from 3 to 4 was only $2, but am deducting a rating star for this issue.There's about 15-18 inches between the PSU and the first connector on each wire set.List of separate wire/connector sets:1) 1 x 20+4 ATX MB Connector (+4 is removable)(to motherboard)2) 1 x 4Pin +12V Power Connector for P4(to motherboard)3) 2 x 4Pin Connectors + 1 x FDD Connector(to my 2 x DVDs + 1 x Floppy disk-drive)4) 1 x SATA + 1 x 4Pin Connectors(I needed a SATA adapter or 4Pin splitter for my 2 x 4Pin IDE hard-drives)5) 1 x SATA(to my 1 x SATA hard-drive)6) 1 x SATA(unused)Max outputs are as stated in the question section:+3.3V@28A, +5V@36A, +12V@16A, [email protected], +5VSB@2A(mine doesn't have a listing for -5V)Total Max Output: 480WTotal Average/continuous Output: 330WMax +3.3V & +5V: 200WMax +3.3V & +5V & +12V: 330WWires appear to be a slightly thinner gauge than my original Dell PSU, but not too different. Not sure the cooling flow is increased much with the 1 intake and 1 exhaust fans (instead of just having intake vents & 1 exhaust fan), but not any louder than the original Dell PSU and guess if 1 fan fails the other may keep the air moving through. Had only a slight 'new electrical' smell as it warmed up the first couple of uses.Installation was easy enough once I modified the PSU opening in the back of my Dell Dimension 8300 to fit the different PSU power-inlet location. Many computer cases have a more universal rectangular opening, but unfortunately not the Dimension 8300. Had to cut the metal backing to extend the existing Dell power-inlet opening by about 1-1/2 inch to fit the new PSU power-inlet. Once this case modification was done, the actual PSU installation went smooth.Anyway, connectors received may not be quite as advertised and I do wish the max +12V rail was a bit higher than 16A (in exchange for a bit of the 3.3 & 5V ... like 20A with 22A & 30A), but seems to be functioning well enough in my old Dell system for the $15-20 Amazon price-tag. Rating it 3-stars overall.Always appreciate feedback ... If you found this review helpful, please feel free to give it a 'Yes'. Thanks.

Keep in mind: this is the cheapest power supply you can get. If you are looking to upgrade an under-powered PSU, quit being a tightwad and pay real money for a solid unit. I use these to power automation projects. I definitely do not push the amperage ratings, so I cannot speak to how much power it will supply. They are perfect for arduino systems and the like, since they output all the right voltages. I also used one to make a simple benchtop lab power supply with 12, 5, and 3.3 Volts. If you use power supplies for something outside PCs, this is the one for you! For the price, I bought five of them and keep a few on the shelf at all times.

This wasn't a fancy power supply, but it was cheap and lasted six and half years. It went through a motherboard upgrade and two processor upgrades and just recently failed. I say it's a good buy for $25.I tried to fit a couple of different power supplies into this case with a blu ray installed in it in a home media computer hooked up to my projector. This was the only one I could find that provided the clearance to fit them both in (but just barely). I order again as a replacement--and also a newer power supply that is smaller, not as much power, looks better, but is three times the price. We'll see which one fits.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004GGUAUE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1