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Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of this Dynex DX-520WPS power supply.
Please read this manual carefully and follow the instructions before
installing the power supply.
The DX-520WPS is an advanced power supply with excellent acoustic
and thermal performance and intelligent thermal fan control
technology that makes it virtually silent. The power supply provides
perfect protection for your system and comes equipped with two +12V
rails that can handle a maximum load of 18A for additional system
reliability.
Safety information
Safety regulations
The power supply meets safety guidelines and regulations for UL, cUL,
and FCC.
Important safety instructions
• Do not place your system near a radiator or other heat source.
• Do not place your system close to a source of strong magnetic
fields.
• Do not place your system in a moist or dusty environment, or in
an area subject to strong vibration.
• Do not place your system in direct sunlight.
• Your computer must operate at a stable AC input voltage.
• Your computer should not be situated directly next to a heater or
another heat source.
• Do not open the cover on the power supply case. Dangerous
voltages are present inside the cover. Your warranty is void if the
cover is removed.
• Never operate the device with wet or moist hands.
• Never place items in the openings or fan of the power supply.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a powered
electrical outlet.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged into the power supply.
• Make sure that you connect your power supply properly. Check
your motherboard and graphic card manuals for compatibility
before connecting the power supply to any of your devices.
Caution
: Check the red power supply voltage switch setting before
installation. The setting should be the same as your local power
voltage (115 V for North America and 230 V for Europe and other
countries). Change the voltage setting if necessary. Failure to take this
precaution could result in damage to your equipment and could void
your warranty.
Note
: If the power supply does not work correctly, contact our service
center immediately at (800) 305-2204.
Power supply components and
features
Power supply features include:
• Complies with the newest Intel standard ATX 12V version 2.31
and is downward compatible with V2.2 and V2.0
• Supports Intel and AMD dual-core and multi-core processors
• High-performance components designed for better reliability
• Dual +12 V outputs for higher power capacity
• One 4+4 pin +12 V CPU connector for high-end CPUs
• One 6+2 pin PCI Express connector for high-end video cards
• 140 mm low-noise cooling fan
• All DC cables are mesh-sleeved. The length is 15.75 in. (40 cm)
• High reliability, including built-in protection circuit OVP, OLP, SCP,
and line input fuse protection
Power supply components include:
Package contents
• 520-Watt ATX Power Supply
• Power Cable
• User Guide
Installing the power supply
To make sure you connect your power supply correctly, check your
motherboard and graphics card manuals for compatibility before
making connections.
To install your power supply:
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Check your local AC voltage before installation (115 VAC for USA,
Canada, Japan, and others, and 230 VAC for Europe, Southeast
Asia, and others).
Caution
: Make sure that you connect the power supply to 115 VAC local
input AC voltage only. Using the incorrect voltage can damage the
power supply and connected equipment and may void your warranty.
The DX-520WPS is only compatible with 115 VAC.
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Turn off your computer.
3
Unplug the power cord from your computer.
4
Open your computer case by following the instructions in your
case manual.
5
Disconnect all power supply connectors from the motherboard
and peripheral devices such as hard drives, optical drives, and
fans.
Output cables
3.4 inches
(86.0 mm)
5.9 inches
(150.0 mm)
6.3 inches
(160 mm)
AC socket
Voltage label
5.5 inches
140 mm
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