Which Corsair 620 watt T/H/VX series to use?

[Verlager]

I am putting together a Linux server in my basement. It will have 4x 500GB sata drives and run 24/7. I am not a gamer. I have an Asus mobo (visable from my PC specs).

 

I want a 620 watt PSU. Which series should I look at: The TX, HX, or VX line? Price is no barrier, I just want to get something reliable and powerful.

 

Note that my case is a CoolerMaster CM690 and the right side panel would press against the sata HD power/data connectors, especially if the cables were stiff. Please factor this into your recommendation.

 

TIA

 

-Verlager

 

P.S. Of course, my Ultra X-finity 600 wt. PSU shrieks and has a noisy fan. No more junk PSU's for this sailor.

[EliteKiller]

I want a PSU of 620 watts. Which series should I look at: The TX, HX, or VX line? Price is no barrier, I just want to get something reliable and powerful.

A VX450 would be more than enough for your rig. FWIW all Corsair psu's are reliable and powerful.

 

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[Verlager]

A VX450 would be more than enough for your rig. FWIW all Corsair psu's are reliable and powerful.

Of course, all Corsair PSU's are fine products, performing stupendously under a variety of power loads. That's why I'm purchasing one -Just as soon as I receive some advice about selecting the right series/model.

 

You're correct, I don't need a high wattage PSU as HD's are only 10 watts or so. But the HD's have to run continuously, 24/7. I need room to grow as I have a dynamic setup. Early in 2008, I want to upgrade to a mobo with provisions for 6 sata HD's, when 1 TB sata drives might go on sale. The power requirements will increase. I'll gladly pay the extra $30-40 to get a beefier PSU.

 

So, again, Which Corsair 620 watt T/H/VX series to use? Since the Corsair PSU product line has three PSU series, TX, HX, and VX, which is the most appropriate for my use in a "server" box?

 

So ... any thoughts? Ram guy, how say you?

[RAM GUY]

EliteKiller is right, any of our PSUs will be able to power your system nonstop without any problems. If you want to be on the safe side and allow for a future video card upgrade then I would recommend going with either the VX550 (non modular cables) or the HX520 (w/ modular cables). If you think you may want to upgrade to a dual video card setup in the future then the HX620 (modular) or TX650 (non-modular) would be good choices, or even the TX750 depending on the video cards you would be getting.

[EliteKiller]

You're correct, I don't need a high wattage PSU as HD's are only 10 watts or so. But the HD's have to run continuously, 24/7.

What you are asking for is minor in the grand scheme of things.

 

I need room to grow as I have a dynamic setup. Early in 2008, I want to upgrade to a mobo with provisions for 6 sata HD's, when 1 TB sata drives might go on sale. The power requirements will increase. I'll gladly pay the extra $30-40 to get a beefier PSU.

Actually WD's 1TB drive uses less power than most of the older drives. It consumes 1.75A (21W) max on spinup & read/write is only 7.4W

 

The Seagate 7200.11 & Samsung 1TB consume roughly 2.4-2.8A (28.8-33.6W) on spinup and 8-11W during write/read.

 

So, again, Which Corsair 620 watt T/H/VX series to use? Since the Corsair PSU product line has three PSU series, TX, HX, and VX, which is the most appropriate for my use in a "server" box?

Since you are stuck on getting a 620W there is only one solution which is the HX620 (Seasonic built with modular cables). If you want to step up to 650W then you will need to choose the TX650 (Seasonic built & non-modular cables).

 

All Corsair psu's (450W-750W) should be able to output full rated power 24/7 @ 50C. So again, the VX450 is more than enough power for your rig since it is simply a "server" and not a gaming rig. However, if you truly think you'll need the additional power then by all means purchase a higher wattage psu.

 

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