BE QUIET! DARK POWER PRO 12, User Manual

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1. INTRODUCTION
We are delighted that you have chosen to use a be quiet! Dark Power Pro 12 in your PC. Please read and follow
all the information contained in these instructions carefully prior to installation� Should you have any further
questions, please contact our customer service� See contact information in item Manufacturer's details�
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The power supply is only guaranteed to function properly if the instructions are followed�
Caution: Only use original be quiet! power cables� Check the compatibility on bequiet�com if you use be quiet!
power cables not supplied with this power supply� Using not be quiet! power cables or cables of older power
supply unit series may lead to defects!
Connect the power supply directly with a power source� Don’t use a outlet power strip�
Never open the power supply case� There is a risk of fatal injury when working on power sources� The electronic
components inside the case generate a high voltage that is dangerous to humans� Even after disconnecting the
power supply from a power source, some parts still have high voltages�
If you notice traces of smoke, damaged cables and exposure to liquids, immediately disconnect the power from
the power source and do not use it again�
Please have any and all necessary repairs conducted by an authorized expert!
Opening the device voids your warranty.
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Never handle the power supply with wet or damp hands when in operation�
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Never insert objects into the power supply’s apertures/fans�
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Note that the power supply is designed for use indoors in conditions without high levels of moisture in the
ambient air� Using the power supply outdoors will lead to serious damage�
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Never work on the power supply while it is connected to a power source� In this case, always set the power
switch to "0" and / or disconnect the power plug�
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In the event of a short circuit in the device, unplug the AC cable and do not use the device�
Make sure that your PC is not located directly next to a heating system or any other source of heat.
Make sure that your computer case is sufficiently ventilated by means of additional fans; with today’s complex
and powerful systems a power supply is incapable of dissipating the heat produced in the PC case without
additional support�
If you want to clean your power supply, disconnect it completely from the power source and never use a damp
cloth or cleaning agent� Clean the power supply from the outside using a dry cloth�
Before using the power supply, allow it to warm up to room temperature for one hour to prevent condensation
accumulating in the power supply�
3. COMPATIBILITY
The be quiet! Dark Power Pro 12 series power supplies are compatible with all recent popular power supply and
motherboard specifications such as:
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Intel Power Supply Design Guide Revision 1.41, ATX12V Version 2.51 (and downwardly compatible to V2.4,
V2.31, V2.3, V2.2, V2.01, V2.0)
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ATX System Design Guide Version 2.2 and Version 2.1
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BTX Version 1.0a
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E-ATX Server Dual Motherboards via 8-Pin Connector
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EPS12V Version 2.92
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Intel C6/C7 Status for the new processor generation
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Energy Star 7�0 guidelines
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ErP guidelines