Tesla 450W - Power Supply (PC) Fractal Design - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	PC Power Supply
Brand	Fractal Design
Model	Tesla 450W
Total Power	450 W
Input Voltage	100-240 V AC
Input Current	5-10 A
Frequency	47-63 Hz
+3.3V Output	24 A (max 140 W combined with +5 V)
+5 V Output	24 A (max 140 W combined with +3.3 V)
+12 V Output	4 rails, 20 A per rail (max 420 W)
-12 V Output	0.5 A (6 W)
+5 VSB Output	2.5 A (12.5 W)
Fan	120 mm temperature-controlled
Power Factor	Active correction (PFC) 99%
Protections	Overcurrent, overvoltage, overload, undervoltage, short circuit
Cables	Sleeved, sufficient length for full towers
Warranty	60 months (5 years)
Dimensions (approx.)	150 x 140 x 86 mm
Weight (approx.)	1.5 kg

Frequently Asked Questions - Tesla 450W Fractal Design

What is the maximum power of the Fractal Design Tesla 450W power supply?

The total power is 450 watts, with a combined output of 420 W on the +12V rail.

Is this power supply compatible with my motherboard?

Yes, it has a 20/24-pin connector for the motherboard and a 4+4-pin connector for the CPU (P4/EPS12V). Compatible with modern and older ATX motherboards.

What is the warranty period?

The warranty is 60 months (5 years) from the delivery date, against any material or manufacturing defects.

Is the fan quiet?

Yes, the 120 mm fan is temperature-controlled, making it extremely quiet, especially at low load.

What types of protections are integrated?

The power supply includes protections against overcurrent, overvoltage, overload, undervoltage, and short circuits.

Can I use this power supply with a powerful graphics card?

Yes, for graphics cards requiring up to 420 W on the +12V rail. Check the PCIe connectors (not mentioned, but appropriate cables are usually included).

How to install the power supply correctly?

First, install the power supply in the case with the provided screws, then connect the cables in order: 20/24-pin to the motherboard, 4+4-pin CPU, IDE devices, SATA, and finally the power cord. Do not plug in the power cord until the last step.

What to do if the power supply does not start?

Check that the on/off switch is set to I, that the power cord is properly plugged in, and that all cables are correctly connected. Test with another outlet or another cord.

Is the power supply delivered with all necessary cables?

Yes, it comes with sleeved cables: a 20/24-pin connector, a 4+4-pin CPU connector, SATA cables, Molex peripheral cables, and a floppy disk cable.

Can I use this power supply in a compact case?

Yes, its standard dimensions (approximately 150 x 140 x 86 mm) make it compatible with most ATX and micro-ATX cases.

USER MANUAL Tesla 450W Fractal Design

Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of your new Fractal Design Tesla Power Supply!

Before using the power supply, please take the time to read these instructions carefully.

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

This product is guaranteed for sixty (60) months from the date of delivery to end-user against defects in materials or workmanship. During this period, the product will either be repaired or replaced, upon our discretion. The product must be returned to the agent from whom it was purchased with shipping prepaid. The warranty does not cover

A) a product which has been used for hire purposes, misused, handled carelessly or other than in accordance with any instructions provided with respects to it use.
B) a product with damages from acts of nature such as lightning, fire, flood or earthquake are not covered by the warranty.
C) a product where the warranty stickers have been removed or tampered with

About Fractal Design - our concept

The concept of Fractal Design is to provide products with an extraordinary design level, without compromising the important factors of quality, functionality and pricing. The computer of today has come to play a central role in most people's home, creating a demand for appealing design of the computer itself and its accessories.

Our main product areas are computer enclosures, power supplies, cooling and Media Center-products, such as Home Theatre-enclosures, keyboards and remote controls.

Designed and engineered in Sweden

All Fractal Design products have been thoroughly designed, tested and specified in our Swedish head quarter. The well known ideas of Scandinavian design can be found through all of our products; a minimalistic but yet striking design - less is more.

Introduction

Fractal Design's Tesla PSU series delivers top notch performance to an affordable price. All PSU's offers 100% real wattage, high efficiency, plentiful of connectors and a noise level which is practically inaudible. Simply, Tesla PSU series is all an enthusiastic can dream about!

Features

5 years warranty
High efficiency, 80 PLUS certified
- Extremely silent, temperature regulated 120mm fans
- Four +12V-rails, delivering 20A each
- Sleeved cables, long enough even for the user with a big tower.
99% Active Power Factor Correction
Over Current/Voltage/Power Protection, Under Voltage Protection and Short Circuit Protection
Full range universal input 115V-230V

Model Tesla 450W
AC Input Rating	100V-240V
Input Current	5-10A
Frequency	47-63Hz
DC Output	Max Load / Max Output
+3.3V	24A / 140W combined +3.3V and +5V
+5V	24A / 140W combined +3.3V and +5V
+12V	4 rails, 20A each / 420W
-12V	0.5A / 6W
+5VSB	2.5A / 12.5W
Total Power	450W

Installation

Please read through this entire manual before proceeding with the installation.

Warning! Do not connect AC power cord before the last step!

1. Install the power supply according to the manual of your computer case, with the enclosed mounting screws.
2. Connect the 20/24-pin cable to the motherboard. The 20/24-pin cable header has a detachable 4-pin connector if you have an older motherboard with only 20-pin connection.
3. Connect the 4pin +12V (also called P4-cable) cable to the motherboard. If your motherboard instead has an 8-pin socket, connect the 8-pin (also called EPS12V-cable) cable to it.

Warning! The detachable 4-pin cable from the 20/24-pin cable is not a P4/+12V connector. Serious damage can occur if you use the detachable 4-pin instead of the P4/+12V connector.

1. Connect the peripheral cables to IDE-connected drives if you have such (older HDD and optical drives).
2. Connect the SATA power connectors to SATA-connected drives (newer HDD and optical drives)
3. Connect the floppy connector if you have a floppy drive
4. Connect the AC power cord to the Fractal PSU and turn on the on/off switch.

WARNING!

Always operate the power supply in a safe and dry environment. Never insert any objects into the open ventilation or fan grill area! Hazardous voltages inside power supply! Never remove the cover. Warranty is voided once the cover is removed.