Cases/Cooling/PSUs
Among the packed field of PC hardware manufacturers, Lian Li is a company that arguably shouldn't even need an introduction. The quirky company has developed a devout following thanks to its focus on premium-quality aluminum computer cases that, more often that not, and come with in some rather unique designs. Over the years, the company has developed a solid reputation for its meticulous craftsmanship, durability, and elegant aesthetics. And consequently, when the company made the decision to expand beyond aluminum cases and in to other PC peripherals, that development attracted quite a bit of attention to see what kind of a touch Lian Li could bring to the rest of the PC ecosystem. Lian Li's focus on premium products means that the company doesn't really...
Seasonic X-Series SS-460FL: 460 Watts of Fanless Power
Seasonic has a well-deserved reputation for building quality power supplies, with semi-passive cooling models delivering near-silent operation. Now they're launching their first fanless series, the "X-series Fanless", for users...
41 by Martin Kaffei on 10/20/2010Antec EarthWatts EA 380D Green 380W
Antec sent us their entry-level model EarthWatts Green PSU rated at 380W. Billed as an eco-friendly alternative to the usual budget PSUs, Antec boasts about the reduced energy costs...
64 by Martin Kaffei on 10/2/2010Cooler Master Silent Pro M1000 1000W
The Silent Pro series is one of the best-known series power supplies from Cooler Master, previously covering range from 500 to 700 watts. The range has now extended to...
22 by Martin Kaffei on 9/5/2010Corsair to release the H70
Water cooling is typically seen for an enthusiast, requiring pumps, reservoirs, tubing, know-how, and a cautious mind not to spill water all over your precious components. The benefits...
46 by Ian Cutress on 8/4/2010Antec TruePower Quattro 1200W
Although many users are currently looking for smaller power supplies below 500W, there still is a demand for stronger ones, particularly if you are a gamer with Triple-SLI or...
34 by Jarred Walton on 7/7/2010Seasonic X-Series 750W: Potent for the Price
Seasonic recently released their latest foray into the retail PSU market, the X-Series with 80 Plus Gold certification. As one of the highest efficiency power supplies on the market...
38 by Martin Kaffei on 4/13/2010This Just In: Antec TruePower Quattro 1200W PSU
I'm trying my hands at a new feature here on AnandTech called This Just In.The idea is simple: when something that's not under NDA shows up at my doorstep...
30 by Anand Lal Shimpi on 3/25/2010The Clarkdale Experiment
Loyd builds a small form factor, high performance, low power gaming system. Is it worth the effort and the cost?
81 by Loyd Case on 1/27/2010Enermax Gold: Modu87+ and Pro87+
Enermax has launched two new PSU series, both with 80 Plus Gold certification. High efficiency and silence combine to create some of the best PSUs we've ever tested.
59 by Christoph Katzer on 1/19/2010Home Servers, Network Storage and the Case House
In his first article on AnandTech, Loyd Case takes us through building his first Windows Home Server out of components he had laying around the Case House.
88 by Loyd Case on 12/2/2009500W to 550W: 12 Power Supplies Compared
We all know most users don't actually need the latest 1000W+ power supplies, and so we put together a roundup of twelve "sensible" PSUs. If you need a new...
62 by Christoph Katzer on 2/20/2009Antec Nine Hundred Two: Second Generation Gamer Case
Antec sent us the successor to the well regarded Nine Hundred chassis. As one of the largest case manufacturers in the world, many are interested in seeing how...
56 by Christoph Katzer on 2/13/2009Silverstone Raven: A New Concept in Case Cooling
If you're looking for something unusual in terms of case aesthetics and design, Silverstone's Raven might be the type of bird you'd like to find tapping on your chamber door.
49 by Christoph Katzer on 2/6/2009PC Power & Cooling - Visiting a Legend
PC Power & Cooling is one of the oldest names in the power supply business, and one of the major innovators. What goes into making quality power supplies? Our...
35 by Christoph Katzer on 1/23/2009