Inter-Tech BPS-600, BPS-700, BPS-500 User manual [EN]

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Table of contents

1. Introduction…….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………. 4

2. Signs and symbols …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

3. Safety…….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

3.1 Intended use ……………………………………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6

3.2 General information …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

3.3 Danger and protection …………………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7

4. Technical data ………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

4.1 General data …………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8

4.2 Output ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9

4.3 Safety ……….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10

4.4 Efficiency ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11

5. Connectors …….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11

5.1 Quantity ……………………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

5.2 Pin configuration ……………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13

6. Assembling and initial operation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15

7. FAQ ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17

8. Maintenance …….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18

9. Disposal ………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19

10. Warranty terms …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19

11. Contact information ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 20

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1. Introduction

Thank you for buying an ArgusNT® power supply. You chose a high-quality and high-efficient power supply
which is made from selected components and subjected to a strict quality management system. This
ensures best performance and reliability.

The power supply has a high efficiency which respects the environmental and lowers the cost of power.
This is documented by the 80+ Bronze EU certification of the independent web site PlugLoadSolutions
made by CLEAResult, the biggest North American provider of energy efficiency programs and services.

The high 12V output, up to four PCI Express connectors (depending model) and the newest Intel ATX 12V

2.4 standard ensure a future-proof system.
We recommend to read this manual carefully and especially paying attention for the security advices to

enjoy this power supply for a long time.

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2. Signs and symbols

Symbols

Meaning

Handling and effects of safety instructions.

Allusion to dangerous situation which can cause injury or death if not
prohibited.

Allusion to dangerous situation which can cause fire.

Allusion to property damages and general information.

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3. Safety

3.1 Intended use

This device is made only for indoor use and for mounting in computer cases.
Don´t use and store the device inside humid rooms or near water.
Don´t use it close to source of heat. The additional heat could lead to overheating and fire.

3.2 General information

Please read this manual carefully before installing or using this product.
Keep this manual and pass it by passing the product.
Please follow the instructions and warnings of this manual before using the product.
The inobservance of this manual can cause violations and damages.
We disclaim liability for violations and damages caused by inobservance of this manual.

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3.3 Danger and protection

Don´t stick any items into the power supply (electric strike).
Don´t pull the plug by pulling at the cable.
Don´t use any patched or damaged cable or plug.
Don´t place the device close to source of heat .
In case of strange noise or smell pull the power cord out of the socket.
Don´t open the housing of the device (fire hazzard/ electric strike).
Ensure that all cables are fixed permanently.
Keep the product away from children.
Don´t remove the cable with wet hands (electric strike).
Don´t use the product with wet hands (electric strike).
Please remove the power cord from socket in case of longer non-use (Could led to

overheating, fire hazard or electric strike).
Keep the product free of dust (Overheating or fire).
Look for sufficient airflow and ventilation to avoid overheating or fire.
Leave service or cleaning only authorized and qualified personnel.

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4. Technical data

4.1 General data

Standard Intel ATX 12V 2.4
Input voltage 100 – 240 V~ AC, 50-60Hz
Input current BPS-500 110V – 7A / 230V – 3,5A

BPS-600 110V – 8A / 230V – 4A
BPS-700 110V – 9A / 230V – 4,5A

PFC Active
Power factor > 0,90 at 100% load
Stand-by 0,45W
MTBF 100,000h at 25°C
Environmental Operation 0 – 40°C

-85% not condensing
Storage -20 – 90°C

-95% not condensing

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4.2 Output

Max. Total 3,3V 5V Combined 12V -12V 5Vsb
3,3V + 5V

BPS-500 500W 15A 15A 100W 41A 0,3A 2,5A
BPS-600 600W 15A 15A 100W 50A 0,3A 2,5A
BPS-700 700W 15A 15A 100W 58A 0,3A 2,5A

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4.3 Safety

OPP Over-Power-Protection Power supply will shut down if the output is more than 130%
of the nominal output.

OCP Over-Current-Protection Power supply will shut down if the current of the output lines
will exceed the tolerance value.

OVP Over-Voltage-Protection To prevent further damages the power supply will shut down if
a fault causes a higher output voltage.

SCP Short-Circuit-Protection Power supply will shut down in case of a short circuit on
secondary output lines.

NLP No-Load-Protection Power supply will shut down in case of no load on secondary
output lines to prevent damages.

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4.4 Efficiency 230V~

Load 10% 20% 50% 100%
BPS-500 500W 80,50 % 85,30 % 88,40 % 85,30 %
BPS-600 600W 82,50 % 86,90 % 88,70 % 85,60 %
BPS-700 700W 83,30 % 87,40 % 88,90 % 85,90 %

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5. Connectors

All connectors are standardized and made against reverse connection.
In case of difficulties during connection, please make sure to use the right connector or rotate the

connector by 180°.
Don´t try to insert a connector forcibly.

5.1 Quantity

ATX EPS/ P4 IDE SATA FDD PCIe
20+4pin 4+4pin 4pin 15pin 4pin 6+2pin

BPS-500 1 1 3 6 1 2
BPS-600 1 2 3 6 1 4
BPS-700 1 2 3 6 1 4

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5.2 Pin configuration

5.2.1 P1 ATX-Mainboard connector 20+4 pin

Pins 11/ 12/ 23/ 24 are made as separate jacks.
It can be swung away in case of using older
Mainboards.

Don´t mix the separate jack with the P4
connector.

5.2.2 EPS/ P4 Mainboard connector 4+4 pin

Depending your mainboard you need an 8pin or
4pin connector. For that the connector is divisible.
In case of using just the 4pin connector the rest of
the connector is without function.

Don´t plug it into another socket on the board.

Signal Pin Signal Pin
+3,3V 1 +3,3V DC 13
+3,3V 2 -12V DC 14

COM 3 COM 15

+5V DC 4 PS_ON 16

COM 5 COM 17

+5V DC 6 COM 18

COM 7 COM 19

PWR_ok 8 -5V DC 20

+5V SB 9 +5V DC 21
+12V DC 10 +5V DC 22
+12V DC 11 +5V DC 23

+3,3V 12 COM 24

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Signal Pin Signal Pin

COM 1 +12V DC 5
COM 2 +12V DC 6
COM 3 +12V DC 7
COM 4 +12V DC 8

1

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5.2.3 IDE connector 4 pin

Signal Pin

+12V DC 1

COM 2
COM 3

+5V DC 4

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5.2.4 FDD connector 4 pin

Signal Pin Signal

+5V DC 1 +12V DC

COM 2 +12VDC

COM 3 +12VDC

+12VDC 4 +12V DC

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5.2.5 PCI-Express connector 6+2 pin

Some graphic adapter need only a 6pin plug for
connection. In this case, pull off the 2pin
connector from the PCIe connector.

Signal Pin Signal Pin
+12V DC 1 COM 5
+12V DC 2 COM 6
+12V DC 3 COM 7

COM 4 COM 8

1

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5.2.6 SATA connector 15 pin

Signal Pin #

+3.3VDC 1
+3.3VDC 2
+3.3VDC 3
Masse 4
Masse 5
Masse 6
+5VDC 7
+5VDC 8
+5VDC 9
Masse 10
Masse 11
Masse 12
+12VDC 13
+12VDC 14
+12VDC 15

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6. Assembling and initial operation

1. Take out the power supply and check the package content for completeness or damages.

Please contact you local dealer for replacement in case of missing or damaged parts.
Please keep the original package for shipping in case of warranty claim.
Please connect the power supply to the grid after connecting all other devices.

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2. Fix the power supply with the enclosed screws to the allocated space of the computer case.

3. Connect all components with the suitable cables.

Please follow also chapter 5.2 (Pin configuration) as well as the instructions of the device
manufacturers.

A faulty connection of the components can cause damages. Please ask your local dealer or our
service-hotline in case of discrepancies or questions.

4. Lay all cables in a way to avoid disturbing airflow or any rotating fan. Use the enclosed cable ties to

fix the cables.

5. Connect the power supply with the electric socket.

Use only the original power cord. In case of a damaged cable, please change it against an approved
power cord from your local dealer.

6. Switch on the power supply at the backside of the power supply. Your computer is ready now.

By power-on the power supply it is in Stand-By mode to start the computer by pressing the power
button at the case front. To separate the computer totally from the electric grid power –off the power
supply directly.

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7. FAQ

Error

Possible reason(s)

Help

The power supply runs shortly and stops.

Short circuit at Mainboard, HDD, FDD or CD-ROM

Check all connectors for right connection.

Eliminate short circuit or change components.

Power supply does not start

Secondary connectors not connected

Check all connectors for right connection.

Main switch on power supply is off

Switch on the main switch of the power supply.

Power cord is not connected

Check if power cord is connected to power supply and
electric grid.

Power cord defective

Change power cord against an approved new power
cord.

Power socket defective

Let authorized experts check the socket.

Please unplug power cord generally when working inside the computer case.

In case of checking the electric socket exists risk of electric strike.

Leave work on mains supply only authorized experts.

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8. Maintenance

The power supply needs no maintenance which requires opening of the housing or working
inside the power supply.

But cause of the intake of air, dust can collect inside the power supply.
This can lead to overheating or fire.

You can remove this dust with compressed air by yourself. To do this, unplug the power supply
from mains supply, dismount the power supply in reversed way as described before and blow
the dust with compressed air through the fan grid out of the housing.

Do not use a wet or moist rag to remove dust. Hazard of electric shock.
Do not open the power supply in any circumstances. You will risk your life by an electric shock,

destroy any components and lose your warranty claim.
We recommend to let authorized experts do the cleaning.

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9. Disposal

Please dispose this device by using the special discharge point for electronic waste
and ask your municipality or disposal company in case of further questions.
Please dispose the cardboard and plastics by using the appropriate containers of the
household garbage.

10. Warranty terms

In spite of best efforts and quality controls a device can have a fault. But because the ArgusNT® BPS- series is
made by highest quality standard we extend the legal warranty terms to totally 3 years up from purchase
date at proper use. In case of a warranty claim please contact your dealer from whom you bought the
product.

We will grant no warranty by:

- Missing or damaged warranty seal,

- Negligent behavior,

- Improper use,

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- Nonobservance of the manual,

- External violence,

- Acts of god,

- Damages caused by manipulation, upgrading, updating or reconstruction of hardware or software

- Damages caused by other harm,

In case of data loss Inter-Tech will only be liable at wanton negligence or deliberate intention or, in all other
cases, only for the recovery of data from a continuous, daily backup. Inter-Tech does not assume liability
for all other matters.

Please look also at our complete warranty terms on our website.

11. Contact information

Inter-Tech Elektronik Handels GmbH
Hainhäuser Weg 93
D-30855 Langenhagen
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

www.inter-tech.de