CX Series™ Modular power supply units are an excellent choice for basic system builds and desktop PC computer upgrades, offering high reliability, low noise, easy installation. The flexible modular cabling system lets you use only the cables you need, and 80 PLUS Bronze certified efficiency means less excess heat, lower noise, and lower power bills. The large-diameter, thermally controlled fan makes the CX Series Modular quieter at idle, and the large diameter reduces noise even when you’re pushing your system hard. And, the matte black finish, black-sleeved cables and black connectors help give your system a restrained, high-tech look.
Modular Cabling
The modular cabling system lets you use only the cables you need. You get to save space and reduce clutter for a cleaner-looking build and improved airflow.
Reliable and Compatible
CX Series Modular is built and tested to strict standards for trouble-free installation and smooth operation..
Low Noise
80PLUS Bronze certified efficiency and clever fan design allow for little or no detectable fan noise during regular operation.
Good Looks
The matte black finish, black-sleeved cables and black connectors help give your system a restrained, high-tech look.
Features
Corsair Engineering and Quality Control
Every Corsair power supply is designed by our California engineering team and built to our exact specifications. The same care that goes into the design and testing of our renowned high-power enthusiast power supplies also goes into the CX Series Modular, because you need confidence and reliability regardless of your build budget.
Modular Cabling System
Since the peripheral power cables aren’t hard-wired to the power supply, you can connect only the cables you need for your exact configuration of PCI-E cards and storage devices. The rest of the cables stay in the box, and not in your PC’s case where they can add to the clutter and interfere with airflow.
Large-Diameter, Thermally Controlled Fan
Once you’ve installed a PSU, you shouldn’t have to think about it. Employing a thermally controlled fan makes the CX Series Modular quiet at idle, and the large diameter reduces noise even when you’re pushing your system hard.
Black Goes with Everything
You’re building a PC, not a battleship, and appearance counts. The matte black finish and all-black sleeved cables and connectors help give your system a high-tech, restrained look.
Contents and Specifications
Features
Up to 85% energy efficiency means less heat generation and lower energy bills
0.99 Active Power Factor Correction provides clean and reliable power
Universal AC input from 90-264V
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
Extra long fully-sleeved cables support full tower chassis
ErP Lot 6 Compliant
A three year warranty and lifetime access to Corsair’s legendary technical support and customer service
Package contents
CX500M power supply
Modular cable pack
Compatibility
Auto-switching circuitry provides universal AC input from 100V – 240V
Supports ATX12V 2.3/2.2/2.01 and EPS12V 2.91 standards
CX Series™ Modular power supply units are an excellent choice for basic system builds and desktop PC computer upgrades, offering high reliability, low noise, easy installation. The flexible modular cabling system lets you use only the cables you need, and 80 PLUS Bronze certified efficiency means less excess heat, lower noise, and lower power bills. The large-diameter, thermally controlled fan makes the CX Series Modular quieter at idle, and the large diameter reduces noise even when you’re pushing your system hard. And, the matte black finish, black-sleeved cables and black connectors help give your system a restrained, high-tech look.
Modular Cabling
The modular cabling system lets you use only the cables you need. You get to save space and reduce clutter for a cleaner-looking build and improved airflow.
Reliable and Compatible
CX Series Modular is built and tested to strict standards for trouble-free installation and smooth operation..
Low Noise
80PLUS Bronze certified efficiency and clever fan design allow for little or no detectable fan noise during regular operation.
Good Looks
The matte black finish, black-sleeved cables and black connectors help give your system a restrained, high-tech look.
Features
Corsair Engineering and Quality Control
Every Corsair power supply is designed by our California engineering team and built to our exact specifications. The same care that goes into the design and testing of our renowned high-power enthusiast power supplies also goes into the CX Series Modular, because you need confidence and reliability regardless of your build budget.
Modular Cabling System
Since the peripheral power cables aren’t hard-wired to the power supply, you can connect only the cables you need for your exact configuration of PCI-E cards and storage devices. The rest of the cables stay in the box, and not in your PC’s case where they can add to the clutter and interfere with airflow.
Large-Diameter, Thermally Controlled Fan
Once you’ve installed a PSU, you shouldn’t have to think about it. Employing a thermally controlled fan makes the CX Series Modular quiet at idle, and the large diameter reduces noise even when you’re pushing your system hard.
Black Goes with Everything
You’re building a PC, not a battleship, and appearance counts. The matte black finish and all-black sleeved cables and connectors help give your system a high-tech, restrained look.
Contents and Specifications
Features
Up to 85% energy efficiency means less heat generation and lower energy bills
0.99 Active Power Factor Correction provides clean and reliable power
Universal AC input from 90-264V
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
Extra long fully-sleeved cables support full tower chassis
ErP Lot 6 Compliant
A three year warranty and lifetime access to Corsair’s legendary technical support and customer service
Package contents
CX500M power supply
Modular cable pack
Compatibility
Auto-switching circuitry provides universal AC input from 100V – 240V
Supports ATX12V 2.3/2.2/2.01 and EPS12V 2.91 standards
A good inexpensive PSU that's also modular! Has plenty of peripheral cables if required. Runs cool and quiet like other Corsair units. In the picture, it shows that the 8pin power is sleeved but it's actually not. It looks like the flat modular cables.
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AD4 05/25/14
Great unit for the money especially when on sale. Very quiet and puts out enough juice to run an overclocked 4770k and gtx 660.
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Jeremie_L2 03/20/14
A good PSU. I bought it from a other web site for the price. I got it for 40$ and for this price it's really good. The quality is there. I calculated my power needed and 500W is enough. So dont pay for 750W if you dont needed.
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Summary A good inexpensive PSU that's also modular! Has plenty of peripheral cables if required. Runs cool and quiet like other Corsair units. In the picture, it shows that the 8pin power is sleeved but it's actually not. It looks like the flat modular cables.
Summary Good product, but the rebate site is not working, i have tried for a couple of days now and it keeps saying that the rebate does not apply in Canada.
Summary A good PSU. I bought it from a other web site for the price. I got it for 40$ and for this price it's really good. The quality is there. I calculated my power needed and 500W is enough. So dont pay for 750W if you dont needed.
Cons Could be more modular Power cables feel cheap
Summary Purchased as a quick replacement for a blown PSU. Cable quality could be a little better quality, but you get what you pay for. Overall I am satisfied with the PSU, haven't had any problems in the time I have owned it.
Pros Great price point for an entry level modular power supply
Cons None
Summary Purchased this to upgrade my friend's old 350W power supply since he's moved to the new Athlon A8 series of chips. Installation was easy and cable management was quick and tidy. Power supply puts out a good amount of power and runs ever so quietly...
Pros Quiet Decent Price ($55) 3 Year Warranty Good number of connections 140mm cooling fan
And the biggest of all: Modular!
Cons None so far
Summary I've bought a number of these Corsair CX units to replace failed power supplies in older systems. So far I haven't had even the slightest problem with them. I'm glad to see we have a modular option now! Sometimes the older cases are so tight that it's a real pain in the rear to get everything looking nice and neat with all the unused cables. With the CX500M, you have ATX and EPS non modular and the rest is all modular.
ATX Connector x 1 EPS Connector x 1 PCI-E Connector x 2 4 Pin Peripheral Connector x 4 SATA Connector x 5 Floppy Connector x 1
Will update review if anything changes but I'm very happy with this Power supply for now.
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