Cougar CMX 550w Preview

Cougar CMXIntroduction

Since Hardware Secrets made us all look a little silly a few years ago, without access to the full test setups that the big sites and PSU manufacturers have, XSR has backed off its PSU reviews to instead make them unboxing-previews.

Please bare in mind that this preview of the Cougar CMX 550w will not include any performance numbers.

Specifications

Cougar CMX 550w
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Features

  • EXTREMELY HIGH EFFICIENCY
    • Up to 89% of efficiency, compliant with 80-PLUS®  Bronze @115V efficiency requirement .
  • DC-DC TECHNOLOGY (1000CMX/1200CMX)
    • DC-DC technology provides highest efficiency, most stable performance, and perfect regulation (Regulation <3%).
  • COMPATIBLE WITH LATEST PC-TECHNOLOGY
    • Supports the newest specifications of ATX12V
    • Created for usage with current and next-generation multi-core CPU platforms.
  • SUPPORT MULTI-GPU TECHNOLOGY
    • Support PCI Express 2.0 next-generation graphic card with 8(6+2)pin PCI-E connector
  • HIGHEST DURABLE & RELIABLE SOLID CAPS FOR 12V,3.3V,5V (1000CMX/1200CMX)
    • The best solution for a High-End PSU by using solid caps for 12Vs, 3.3V, 5V, solid caps  provide highest efficiency, best reliability, and extend power lifespan.
  • 105°C JAPANESE CAPACITORS
    • COUGAR® use highest durable 105°C Japanese capacitors provide uncompromised performance and reliability, delivering 4 times the lifespan of conventional 85°C rated capacitors.
  • HDB (Hydro-Dynamic Bearing) 14cm FAN
    • Advanced HDB (HYDRO-Dynamic Bearing) fan provide best lifespan and super silent performance. Temperature-controlled design adapts its rotating speed to the PSU temperature. Even on its highest rotating level the fan is still quiet enough to be barely noticeable.
  • DYNAMIC MULTI-12V
    • COUGAR® use highest durable 105°C Japanese capacitors providing uncompromised performance and reliability, delivering 4 times the lifespan of conventional 85°C rated capacitors.
  • FLEXIBLE CABLE MANAGEMENT
    • The modular cables that reduce air friction help maximize airflow through the PC case. The modular design also simplifies installation as it allows unprecedented flexibility in using only those cables which are needed.
  • COMPLIANT WITH LATEST EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 2005/32/EG (EuP)
    • Advanced HDB (HYDRO-Dynamic Bearing) fan provide best lifespan and super silent performance. Temperature-controlled design adapts its rotating speed to the PSU temperature. Even on its highest rotating level the fan is still quiet enough to be barely noticeable.
  • SUPPORTS THE ENERGY STAR 5.0
    • Compatible with Energy star 5.0 computer system.
  • FULL PROTECTIONS WITH OCP, SCP, OVP, UVP, OPP

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