Edison M - Power Supply Fractal Design - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Desktop computer power supply
Brand	Fractal Design
Model	Edison M
Form factor	ATX
Cabling type	Modular
Main connector	ATX 24-pin
Processor connector	ATX12V
Graphics card connectors	PCI-E 6-pin and 8-pin
Peripheral connectors	Hard drives, optical drives, etc.
Safety	Protection against dangerous voltages (sealed casing)
Cooling	Fan with protective grill
Noise level	Low noise, designed for silence
Standby mode	Standby power provided to the motherboard
Installation	Standard mounting in an ATX case
Maintenance	Dusting with a compressed air aerosol
Troubleshooting	Troubleshooting guide included
Warranty	60 months limited
Dimensions (approx.)	150 x 86 x 160 mm
Weight (approx.)	2 kg

Frequently Asked Questions - Edison M Fractal Design

What safety precautions should be taken with the Edison M power supply?

Never open the casing, as it contains dangerous voltages. Do not insert objects into the fan or openings, and do not modify the cables.

How do I install the Edison M power supply in my computer?

Follow the steps in the manual: mount the unit, connect the ATX 24-pin cable to the motherboard, the ATX12V cable to the processor, then the cables for peripherals. Use only compatible modular cables (black 6-pin, gray 8-pin) and turn on after verification.

Can I use the 4-pin connector from the ATX 24-pin cable as an ATX12V cable?

No, they are incompatible. Never force the connection to avoid damage.

What should I do if my computer does not start after installation?

Check the standby LED on the motherboard. If it is on, check the ATX connections, the power button, and disconnect non-essential peripherals. If it is off, check the electrical outlet and the ON switch.

How can I reduce the noise from the power supply fan?

Clean the fan grill with a compressed air aerosol. If the noise persists, it may be electrical noise (coil whine) - change the power saving settings or graphics driver options.

What is the warranty duration for the Fractal Design Edison M?

The limited warranty is 60 months from the date of delivery, against defects in materials or workmanship. Claims must be returned to the dealer.

Can I repair the power supply myself?

No, there are no user-serviceable components inside. Opening the casing exposes you to dangerous voltages and voids the warranty.

How should I maintain the Edison M power supply?

Use compressed air to remove dust from the fan grill. Make sure it operates in a dry environment.

Which modular cables are compatible with each other?

The modular connectors black 6-pin and gray 8-pin are incompatible with each other, but it does not matter which receiver on the unit they are connected to.

Why does the power supply work but the computer shuts down immediately?

Refer to the troubleshooting steps: check the ATX connections, disconnect non-essential peripherals, and test a minimal configuration.

USER MANUAL Edison M Fractal Design

Edison M

User Guide

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DC Connectors

ATX 24-pin [20+4]

Provides power to the motherboard – can be split into 20-pin and 4-pin connectors, for compatibility with older ATX motherboards.

WARNING: Do not use the 4-pin connector of this cable as a ATX 12V 4-pin connector – they are incompatible.

ATX12V / EPS12V 8-pin [4+4]

Provides power to modern CPUs – can be split into two 4-pin connectors, for compatibility with older motherboards and systems with limited power consumption.

NOTE: Some motherboards, typically dual processor systems, may require a secondary 12V connector – refer to the motherboard manual for details and connector locations.

PCI-E 8-pin [6+2]

Provides power to high-performance graphics cards – can be split into 6-pin and 2-pin connectors for use with graphics cards that require 6-pin connectors, or used together for graphics cards that require 8-pin connectors.

WARNING: ATX12V and the PCI-E connectors are incompatible and cannot be interchanged – do not force the connectors.

SATA

Provides power to modern hard drives, optical drives and other devices that require an SATA power cable.

Peripheral

Provides power to older hard drives, optical drives and other non-SATA devices.

Fractal Design Edison M Specification

General Specification

Power supply unit (PSU) specification compliance	ATX 2.4
Dimensions (mm)	150x86x160
Life expectancy (MTBF) at maximum output load	100,000 hours
Power factor correction (PFC)	Active
Fan type	120mm, Fluid Dynamic Bearing
Operating temperature	0-40°C (50°C @80%)
Operating humidity	10-90%
Protected against	Over powerOver voltageUnder voltageShort circuitOver currentOver temperature
Efficiency	80 PLUS® Gold certified
Standby power consumption	ErP 2013 (<0.45W @230 Vac, 45 mA load on +5Vsb)
Safety approvals	TÜV, cTÜVus, GOST
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard compliance	CE, FCC, RCM
Hazardous materials	WEEE/RoHS compliant

Power Specification

		450W	550W	650W	750W
AC Input	Voltage	100-240V AC
	Frequency	50-60 Hz
	Current (115V/230V)	6A/3A	8A/4A	9A/4.5A	9A/4.5A
DC Output	3.3V	20A
	5V	20A
	3.3V and 5V combined	100W
	12V	37A	45A	54A	62.5A
	-12V	0.3A
	5V Standby (+5Vsb)	2.5A
	Total Power	450W	550W	650W	750W

Cable Configuration
Fixed cable lengths (in mm)

Model	450W	550W	650W	750W
ATX 20+4 pin	550	550	550	550
ATX12V 4+4 pin	700	700	700	700
PCI-E 6+2 pin	-	-	580 + 100	580 + 100

Modular cable lengths (in mm)

Model	450W	550W	650W	750W
EPS12V 8-pin	-	-	-	650
PCI-E 6+2 pin	550+100	550+100	550+100	550+100
	550+100	550+100	550+100	550+100
Peripheral	400+120+120	400+120+120	400+120+120	400+120+120
	300+120	300+120	300+120	300+120
SATA	400+120+120+120	400+120+120+120	400+120+120+120	400+120+120+120
	650+120	650+120	350+120	400+120+120+120
	-	-	650+120	650+120

Power Supply Connector Specification

ATX Main Connector (20 + 4 Pin)

Pin	Signal	Cable Color	Pin	Signal	Cable Color
1	+3.3 VDC	Orange	13	+3.3 VDC	Orange
2	+3.3 VDC	Orange	14	-12 VDC	Blue
3	COM	Black	15	COM	Black
4	+5 VDC	Red	16	PS_ON	Green
5	COM	Black	17	COM	Black
6	+5 VDC	Red	18	COM	Black
7	COM	Black	19	COM	Black
8	PWR OK	Gray	20	Reserved	N.C.
9	+5 VSB	Purple	21	+5 VDC	Red
10	+12 VDC	Yellow	22	+5 VDC	Red
11	+12 VDC	Yellow	23	+5 VDC	Red
12	+3.3 VDC	Orange	24	COM	Black

ATX12V (CPU) (4 + 4 Pin)

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	COM	5	+12 VDC
2	COM	6	+12 VDC
3	COM	7	+12 VDC
4	COM	8	+12 VDC

PCI-E (6 + 2 Pin)

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	+12 VDC	5	COM
2	+12 VDC	6	COM
3	+12 VDC	7	COM
4	COM	8	COM

Molex

Pin	Signal
1	+12 VDC
2	COM
3	COM
4	+5 VDC

SATA

Pin	Signal
1	+3.3 VDC
2	COM
3	+5 VDC
4	COM
5	+12 VDC

Edison M Modular Connectors

PSU Modular 8-Pin Connector

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	+12 VDC	5	COM
2	+12 VDC	6	COM
3	+12 VDC	7	COM
4	+12 VDC	8	COM

PSU Modular 6-Pin Connector

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	+12 VDC	4	+3.3 VDC
2	COM	5	COM
3	-	6	+5 VDC

Molex SATA

DC Output

Output Voltage	Minimum Load	Load Regulation	Ripple & Noise
+3.3	0 A	<3%	<40 mV p.p
+5V	0 A	<3%	<40 mV p.p
+12V	0.1 A	<2%	<50 mV p.p
-12V	0 A	<6%	<60 mV p.p
+5VSB	0 A	<3%	<35 mV p.p

Psu Modular Sockets

PSU Dimensions

Package contents

Edison M Power Supply (PSU)

Modular Cable Kit

User Guide

AC Power Cord (localized)

Cable Ties

Mounting Screw pack

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Safety Information

The following information is provided for personal safety and the correct operation of the PSU:

• Never open the PSU case – the power unit can discharge hazardous voltages. Additionally, there are no user-serviceable components inside.
  • Only operate the PSU in safe and dry environments.
  • Never insert objects into the fan grille, or the open ventilation areas, of the PSU.
• Do not modify PSU cables and/or connectors.
• Do not use the 4-pin connector of the ATX 24-pin cable as a ATX12V 4-pin cable – they are incompatible.
• The ATX12V and the PCI-E connectors are incompatible and cannot be interchanged – do not force the connectors.

Installation

If replacing an existing power supply, continue with Section A; if not, skip to Section B.

Part A: Removing the existing PSU

1. Disconnect the power cord from the computer and power outlet
2. Open the computer case and disconnect the power cables from all devices
3. Remove the existing PSU from the case
4. Continue with Section B

Part B: Installing the new Fractal Design PSU

Do not connect the AC power cord to the new PSU before completing steps 1 through 5.

1. Mount the PSU in the computer case – refer to the case manual for further instructions.
2. Connect the ATX 24-pin cable to the motherboard.
3. Connect the ATX12V cable(s) to the CPU.
4. Connect the appropriate power cables to all other devices, such as graphics cards, hard drives, optical drives.
5. Connect all used modular power cables to the PSU, black 6-pin connectors to black 6-pin connectors and grey 8-pin to grey 8-pin connectors.

Note: The 6-pin and 8-pin modular connectors are incompatible with one another; however, it is irrelevant to which PSU receptor they are connected.

1. Close the computer case.

2. Connect the AC power cord and switch the button on the back of the PSU to the ON position.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed your new Edison M Series PSU.

The PSU is now in standby mode waiting for the motherboard to turn it on.

Troubleshooting

Computer does not start

Open the computer case and check if the standby LED on the motherboard is lit.

Note: The LED can be in various shapes and in different positions on the motherboard – refer to the motherboard manual for more details.

Motherboard LED is ON

In this case, the PSU is supplying the motherboard with standby power. Several common issues can cause it not to turn on, please check the following before returning the PSU to the reseller:

1. Ensure that the ATX12V cable or cables are connected correctly – consult the motherboard manual for more details.
2. Ensure that the case's power button cable is correctly connected to the motherboard – consult the motherboard manual for more details.
   As an alternative, connect the two “Power Button” pins on the motherboard to the reset button cable from the case, then push the reset button. This will confirm whether or not the case’s power button is working correctly.
3. Disconnect all non-essential devices. Leave the PSU, system memory (RAM), CPU and CPU-cooler connected to the motherboard,.
   If the computer starts in this configuration, reconnect the other components one by one to identify the faulty device.
4. If possible, connect the PSU to a different set of essential devices to confirm it is faulty.

Motherboard LED is OFF

In this case, the motherboard could be faulty, or not supplied with standby power from the PSU. Please check the following before assuming that the PSU is faulty and returning it to the reseller:

1. Ensure that the main power cord is connected to both the PSU and to a live power source. Check the power outlet with another electric device, such as a lamp, to ensure that it provides power.
2. Ensure that the switch on the back of the PSU is in the ON position (marked "I").
3. Disconnect and reconnect the ATX power cables attached to the motherboard.
4. If possible, connect the PSU to a different motherboard, to confirm whether the PSU or the motherboard is faulty.

Computer powers on but then immediately turns off

Refer to the same troubleshooting steps as for the “Motherboard LED is ON” section above.

Power supply is noisy

All Fractal Design power supplies have been developed with low noise levels as a high priority. However, PSUs are typically never completely silent. PSU noise should be barely perceptible with the computer case closed.

Mechanical noise / Fan noise

All fans generally get louder with time and wear. This is not a cause for a typical warranty claim. If the fan is excessively noisy on a brand new power supply, please contact the reseller.

NOTE: Over time dust can accumulate on the fan grille, and produce excessive noise - clear the accumulation using a can of compressed air.

Electrical noise / humming / coil whine

Typically, electrical noise is caused by minor incompatibility issues between components, such as between the power supply and the VRM modules on a graphics card. This noise may only occur at certain load combinations, and can therefore often be avoided by making slight changes to the power load.

Please try altering the following settings before returning your power supply to your reseller:

• Power saving features of the CPU and motherboard, such as C1E (Enhanced Halt State) and EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology) – refer to the motherboard manual for more details on which features the motherboard supports and how to change their settings
• Graphics card driver options, including the "vsync" option – refer to the graphics card manual for instructions on how to changes these settings.

If the noise level is not reduced after adjusting power load settings, Fractal Design considers loud electrical noise an acceptable cause for a warranty claim.

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Fractal Design Edison M Series PSUs are guaranteed for sixty (60) months from the date of delivery to end-user, against defects in materials and/or workmanship. Within this limited warranty period, products will either be repaired or replaced at Fractal Design discretion. Warranty claims must be returned to the agent who sold the product, shipping prepaid.

The warranty does not cover:

• Products which have been used for rental purposes, misused, handled carelessly or applied such away that is not in accordance with its stated intended use.
• Products damaged from an Act of Nature including, but not limited to, lightning, fire, flood and earthquake.
  • Products whose serial number and/or the warranty sticker have been tampered with or removed.

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