Zippy Emacs GSM-6600P G1 600w PSU
Looking Inside
Published: 6th October 2006 | Source: Zippy Emacs | Price: |
As with all power supplies that pass through Overclock3D, I'll be taking a look inside the GSM-6600P. By doing this I should be able to get a good idea of the overall build quality of the unit and how it is likely to perform in our tests.
To say that this power supply is 'jam packed' would be a serious understatement. Every inch of the casing is occupied by components, with two oversized aluminium heatsinks designed to move the heat away from the hotter parts of the unit.
The layout of the components and cabling is rather untidy in comparison with other units that I've seen in the past and makes me wonder just how effective the 80mm fan will be at keeping everything cool.
I'm always on the lookout for adjustable pots in PSU's that pass through OC3D, as these can come in very handy on increasing the voltages if they droop under heavy load. Unfortunately I was unable to find any on the GSM-6600P, which is a great shame - let's hope they are not needed.
The layout of the components and cabling is rather untidy in comparison with other units that I've seen in the past and makes me wonder just how effective the 80mm fan will be at keeping everything cool.
I'm always on the lookout for adjustable pots in PSU's that pass through OC3D, as these can come in very handy on increasing the voltages if they droop under heavy load. Unfortunately I was unable to find any on the GSM-6600P, which is a great shame - let's hope they are not needed.
As previously mentioned, the GSM-6600P makes use of an 80mm fan manufactured by Sanyo Denki. The San Cooler 80 is able to push a total of 42cfm when running at 12v, with a noise output level of 34dBA.
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Now that is a 1337 PSU, wow... Sweet results! Nice review Jim. Dugg.
damn those are nice results, any ideas as to what we're looking at in terms of retail prices?
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Originally Posted by name='llwyd'
damn those are nice results, any ideas as to what we're looking at in terms of retail prices?
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*Goes off to poke ST with a stick*
I like what they've done with the appearance, using the black aluminum case and all, very nice touch. I'm used to the plain boring steel enclosures that they usually use, this is a pleasant upgrade. And wow those rails are solid.
Once they start emerging in the states holler @ me and I'll see if I can't get one shipped over to ya.
Once they start emerging in the states holler @ me and I'll see if I can't get one shipped over to ya.
Damn! that psu is rock solid,what a way to go on the first retail power supply units they are making
do i see stiff competition for pcp&c??
jason.
do i see stiff competition for pcp&c??
jason.
Zippy are huge OEM's so I think PCP&C can start looking over their shoulders 
I've actually heard around at points that Zippy makes PCP&C PSUs but I've also heard that they make their own so I really can't be sure. Anyways, Zippys seem to be in general only available at server stores (as that's what Zippy mainly does, build beastly server PSUs) and they can put a fairly large dent in your pocket. I think I've seen a link or 2 around of the server version (same thing, just doesn't have the "gaming power" title to it) so I can look it up if you want
They make their own & some of PCP&C...
Zippy > PCP&C!!
Zippy > PCP&C!!
dugg!!
/me wonders if they will come to this side of the pond.
looked like a decent psu from several aspects.
looked like a decent psu from several aspects.
I certainly hope they manage to make it out into the market with some reasonable pricing. IMO they have some of the best units i've ever tested.
Not to metion one of the coolest names
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OMFG I do believe for that performance this thing is a steal. You wanna know why? MyAOpen.com has them for the price of... $169!!!!!!!. With about $15 shipping, end up only being 185, cheaper than PCP&C 510! 
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end up only being 185,
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Originally Posted by name='Raven'
that means it will end up to atleast 350 over here making it way to expensive.
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You use the Euro right? I think you're confused about where I live. The price I stated was in USD, not GBP. Thus, it would actually be [B]cheaper[/B'] for you (sans shipping of course), about 150E.
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thats right Kimandsally.
the tax on hardware is 25% for example so its not cheap.
buying from countries outside EU isnt cheap either, high chance of getting charged 25% of the total value + an additional fee.
the tax on hardware is 25% for example so its not cheap.
buying from countries outside EU isnt cheap either, high chance of getting charged 25% of the total value + an additional fee.
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EDIT: Oh, and it would appear that this is a world exclusive too
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