User manual CORSAIR BUILDER CX500

[. . . ] Remedies Corsair's entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at Corsair's exclusive discretion: 1) to repair or replace the hardware, or 2) to refund the price paid, provided that the hardware is returned to the original place of purchase, or another place as directed by Corsair, with the original sales receipt (or a valid copy thereof). You may be required to pay shipping and handling charges, as well as any applicable tariffs, duties, taxes, or other fees, except where prohibited by applicable local law. Corsair may, at its exclusive discretion, use new, or used/refurbished parts in good working condition, to repair or replace the hardware. Any repaired or replacement hardware will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period, or thirty (30) days, whichever is greater, or for any additional period of time that is specified by law in your local jurisdiction. [. . . ] Any warranty claims that cannot be processed through your original point of purchase should be addressed directly to Corsair. Our customer service contact information can be found on the web at corsair. Ideal for Home and Office Use The Corsair Builder Series of PSUs are designed for worry-free compatibility for your home desktop PC system build or upgrade. With features usually reserved for premium power supplies, it's a great choice for systems where continuous and reliable power delivery and low noise are essential. Inside you will find a power supply that conforms to universal ATX standards, a power cable, and a clear, detailed Quick Start Guide. Corsair Builder Series power supplies get your system up and running quickly and easily, for years of trouble-free operation. Your Corsair Builder Series power supply is packed with the latest technology and features: · An ultra-quiet 120mm double ball-bearing fan delivers excellent airflow at an exceptionally low noise level by varying fan speed in response to temperature. Up to 80% energy efficiency means less heat generation and lower energy bills. No more hassle of flipping that tiny red switch to select the voltage input! A dedicated single +12V rail offers maximum compatibility with the latest components. Over-voltage and over-power protection, under-voltage protection, and short circuit protection provide maximum safety to your critical system components. A two year warranty and lifetime access to Corsair's legendary technical support and customer service. Corsair Builder Series power supply unit · The ATX power connector has a detachable four-pin mechanism in order to support either a 24-pin or a 20-pin socket on the motherboard. The EPS12V power connector has a detachable four-pin mechanism in order to support either an eight-pin socket or a four-pin "P4/12V" socket on the motherboard. Before proceeding with installation, please read this manual in its entirety. Step A: Removing your existing power supply If you are building a new system, skip to Step B. Disconnect the AC power cord from your wall outlet or UPS and from the existing power supply. Disconnect all the power cables from your video card, motherboard and all other peripherals. Follow the directions in your chassis manual and uninstall your existing power supply. Follow the directions in your chassis manual and install the power supply with the screws provided. The main 24-pin power cable has a detachable 4-pin mechanism in order to support either a 24-pin or a 20-pin socket on the motherboard. If your motherboard has a 24-pin socket, you may connect the 24-pin main power cable from the power supply directly to your motherboard. [. . . ] Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat. Do not insert any objects into the open ventilation or fan grill area of the power supply. Do not modify the cables and/or connectors included with this power supply. If this power supply uses modular cables, use only manufacturer supplied cables. [. . . ]