What is not tested with power supplies...

[japlytic]

I found some tests that were not performed with power supplies on http://www.intel.com/cd/channel/rese...ists/35815.htm

Most critical of the tests not performed were safety, catastrophic failure protection, overvoltage protection and proper labelling/marking.

[Newbie2]

Re: What is not tested with power supplies...

If they even put an L&C or Deer power supply to a catastrophic failure protection test, I guarantee it wouldn't pass.

[kc8adu]

Re: What is not tested with power supplies...

If they even put an L&C or Deer power supply to a catastrophic failure protection test, I guarantee it wouldn't pass.

or a pow-max!

[jonnyGURU]

Re: What is not tested with power supplies...

Actually, a Powmax would likely pass.. unfortunately.

What they should test for is a 500W power supply actually doing 500W.

I've had 500W Powmax's fail at not even 300W. But typically when they fail the just go "pop" and everything just shuts down with no residual issues.

The thing that needs to be tested that nobody tests is LONGEVITY.

MTBF is bunk. It's a calculation based on mathematical equations, not real life testing. A PSU may work great now... or tomorrow... but what about two years from now after heat has deteriated most of the parts inside?

[PeteS in CA]

Re: What is not tested with power supplies...

Intel is relying on system vendors - the HPs, Dells, etc. - to check a lot of that stuff in their system DVT. Which does nothing for DIYers, small integrators, and repair guys. Or worse than nothing, since their list can steer you wrong.