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Iterate

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3. It might seem backward to pick the PS first,
Mon Oct 14, 2013, 01:39 PM
Oct 2013

but I was so impressed with the "BeQuiet!" brand and product line that I picked one up while I could, knowing I'd use it soon. I want ten years use out it, at least.

Here's a review of a similar model:
http://www.silentpcreview.com/bequiet_Dark_Power_Pro_10_550W

I chose a smaller model. Again with the wattage thing, picking too large of a PS means that they won't often run at their optimal output. Not sure if they're available for direct order in the US yet. I think anything rated highly on that site is a safe bet, as you can't easily get silence and good energy performance without good design and build.

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