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Introduction and Features

OCZ designed the multi-GPU ready ProXStream 1,000W power supply specifically for demanding PC enthusiasts, high-end system builders, and die-hard gamers!  OCZ’s ProXStream power supply incorporates a powerful, server-class core that delivers stable output voltages with high efficiency and minimal electrical noise in a very compact chassis.  The power supply features quad +12V outputs, four dedicated PCI-E connectors, active PFC, and sleeved cables.  Cooling is provided by a single high-speed fan.  

 

 

OCZ ProXStream 1,000W PSU Key Features:

 

• 1,000 watt maximum continuous power output
• Quad +12V outputs (up to 70A/840W)
• Compact enclosure (150 x 86 x 140mm WxHxD)
• Four channel PCI-e connectors
• Single, variable speed, internal 80mm cooling fan
• Server-class, industrial grade components
• High efficiency (80% to 83% typical load)
• Black mirror-finish enclosure with sleeved cables
• Active PFC with Universal AC line input
• 3-Year warranty 

In addition to the ProXStream power supply the colorfully printed box includes a power cord, mounting screws, and a printed User’s Manual. 

 

 

Establishing an accurate load is critical to testing and evaluating a PC power supply.  PCPerspective’s power supply test bench can place a precise 2,000 watt DC load on the PSU under test.  Each power supply is tested under controlled, real-world conditions up to its maximum rated load (at 40ºC), using both 115 VAC and 240 VAC line voltage.  Our current suite of tests includes:

 

• DC Load Regulation
• DC Line Regulation
• DC Cross-load (unbalanced load)
• AC Ripple and Noise
• Power Factor
• Efficiency
• Differential Temperature
• Noise
• Size and Weight

 

The OCZ ProXStream 1kW power supply was evaluated on both features and performance.  A full range of equipment was used to test the power supply under controlled load conditions. 

 

• (2) CSI3710A Programmable DC load (+3.3V and +5V ouputs)
• (4) CSI3711A Programmable DC load (+12V1, +12V2, +12V3, and +12V4)
• FLUKE 87-III True RMS digital multimeter (Accuracy ±0.05%)
• Extech 380803 Power Analyzer (Accuracy ±0.5% of full scale)
• Hitachi V-650F 60 MHz dual trace oscilloscope (Accuracy ±3%)
• Powerstat Variable Autotransformer, 1.4 KVA, 0-140 VAC
• FLUKE  52-II digital thermometer (Accuracy ±0.3ºC/0.5ºF)
• Extech Model 407736 digital sound level meter (Accuracy ±1.5 dB)
• AccuLab V1-10kg digital balance (Accuracy ±1g)
• Custom Lian Li PC60 enclosure to simulate real-world operating conditions

 

(CSI Programmable DC Loads)	(Extech AC Power Analyzer)

                

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