be quiet Dark Power Pro 13 Silent High End Power Supplies User Manual

be quiet Dark Power Pro 13 Silent High-End Power Supplies

Specifications

• Brand: be quiet!
• Model: Dark Power Pro 13
• Compatibility: Intel ATX12V 3.1, PCIe 5.1, BTX Version 1.0a,  E-ATX Server Dual Motherboards via 8-Pin Connector, EPS12V Version2.92, Intel C6/C7 Status, Energy Star 8.0 guidelines, ErP guidelines

Product Usage Instructions

1. Introduction

We are delighted that you have chosen to use a be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 in your PC. Please read and follow all the information contained in these instructions carefully prior to installation. Should you have any further questions, please contact our customer service.

2. Safety Instructions

• The power supply is only guaranteed to function properly if the instructions are followed.
• Only use original be quiet! power cables. Check compatibility on bequiet.com if using cables not supplied with this power supply as using incompatible cables may lead to defects.
• Connect the power supply directly to a power source; do not use a power strip.
• Avoid handling the power supply with wet or damp hands when in operation.
• Do not insert objects into the power supply’s apertures/fans.
• Never work on the power supply while it is connected to a power source; always disconnect the power plug.
• Ensure PC is not near heat sources and is well-ventilated with additional fans.
• If cleaning the power supply, disconnect it completely from the power source and use a dry cloth.
• Allow the power supply to warm up to room temperature for one hour before use to prevent condensation accumulation.

3. Compatibility

The Dark Power Pro 13 series is compatible with various popular power supply and motherboard specifications including Intel ATX12V 3.1, PCIe 5.1, BTX Version 1.0a, and more.

4. Installing Your New Power Supply

Caution: Read the safety instructions before installation. You will need a screwdriver to fit the power supply in your PC; only use the screws provided.

FAQ

• Q: Can I use power cables from other brands with the Dark Power Pro 13?
  • A: It is recommended to only use original be quiet! power cables to avoid potential defects.
• Q: How should I clean the power supply?
  • A: Disconnect it from the power source, use a dry cloth for external cleaning, and never use a damp cloth or cleaning agent.

INTRODUCTION

We are delighted that you have chosen to use a be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 in your PC. Please read and follow all the information contained in these instructions carefully prior to installation. Should you have any further questions, please contact our customer service. See contact information in item Manufacturer’s details.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The power supply is only guaranteed to function properly if the instructions are followed. Caution: Only use original be quiet! power cables. Check the compatibility on bequiet.com if you use be quiet! power cables not supplied with this power supply. Using not be quiet! power cables or cables of older power supply unit series may lead to defects! Connect the power supply directly with a power source. Don’t use a outlet power strip. Never open the power supply case. There is a risk of fatal injury when working on power sources. The electronic components inside the case generate a high voltage that is dangerous to humans. Even after disconnecting the power supply from a power source, some parts still have high voltages. If you notice traces of smoke, damaged cables and exposure to liquids, immediately disconnect the power from the power source and do not use it again. Please have any and all necessary repairs conducted by an authorized expert!

Opening the device voids your warranty.

• Never handle the power supply with wet or damp hands when in operation.
• Never insert objects into the power supply’s apertures/fans.
• Note that the power supply is designed for use indoors in conditions without high levels of moisture in the ambient air. Using the power supply outdoors will lead to serious damage.
• Never work on the power supply while it is connected to a power source. In this case, always set the power switch to “0” and / or disconnect the power plug.
•  In the event of a short circuit in the device, unplug the AC cable and do not use the device.

Make sure that your PC is not located directly next to a heating system or any other source of heat.

Make sure that your computer case is sufficiently ventilated by means of additional fans; with today’s complex and powerful systems a power supply is incapable of dissipating the heat produced in the PC case without additional support. If you want to clean your power supply, disconnect it completely from the power source and never use a damp cloth or cleaning agent. Clean the power supply from the outside using a dry cloth. Before using the power supply, allow it to warm up to room temperature for one hour to prevent condensation accumulating in the power supply.

COMPATIBILITY

The be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 series power supplies are compatible with all recent popular power supply and motherboard specifications such as:

• Intel ATX12V 3.1, Power Supply Design Guide Revision 2.1
• PCIe 5.1
• BTX Version 1.0a
• E-ATX Server Dual Motherboards via 8-Pin Connector
• EPS12V Version 2.92
• Intel C6/C7 Status for the new processor generation
• Energy Star 8.0 guidelines
• ErP guidelines

INSTALLING YOUR NEW POWER SUPPLY

Caution: Please read „Safety instructions“ before you begin the installation.

Note: You will need a screwdriver to fit the power supply in your PC. Only use the screws provided.

If applicable, first remove your old power supply.

• Therefore, carefully disconnect your PC from any power sources.
• Disconnect all plugs from the motherboard and all other components and then pull out the power supply carefully.

Fitting your new be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 power supply:

•  Place the new power supply in the space provided in the PC case and connect to the rear panel using the four screws provided. Do not use excessive force.
• Plug the 20/24 pin connector into the socket provided on the motherboard. If you have a 24 pin connection, place the remaining 4 pins in the correct position before you plug the connector into the socket. If you have a motherboard with a 20 pin connector, fold the additional 4 pins to one side.
• Now plug the 12V-P4 or P8 connector into the socket provided on the motherboard.

Overclocking Key

The Overclocking Key groups the individual 12V-rails to a single 12V-rail. You can enable the overclocking function permanently by setting the jumper provided directly at the power supply. Or you can enable the overclocking function by pressing the switch on the slot cover provided as needed. The overclocking key is connected to the power supply using the connector labeled accordingly. When you switch on the overclocking function at the slot, a LED lights on the slot cover switch. Important: Only press the “Overclocking Key” when the power supply is switched off! Only connect the overclocking key or the jumper provided, to the Overclocking Key connector on the power supply! Do not connect any other device – such as a fan – to this connector! To ensure trouble-free system operations, you should disable the overclocking key if you do not need this function.

SAFETY FUNCTIONS

All be quiet! power supplies have numerous safety functions. They are designed to protect the power supply and the components connected to it against damage. If one of these safeguards is triggered, the system will reboot or power off in most cases. If this happens, you should immediately check the PC for errors. For more info on troubleshooting see the “Troubleshooting” chapter. The be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 series has the following safety functions:

OCP (Over current protection)

If the load on the individual circuits exceeds the specified limit, the power supply is automatically switched off.

UVP (Undervoltage protection)

This safeguard is triggered if the voltage on the circuits drops below a certain limit. The power supply is automatically switched off in this case.

OVP (Overvoltage protection)

The overvoltage safeguard is triggered if the voltage in the circuits is too high; the power supply is deactivated.

SCP (Short circuit safeguard)

The fuse protecting the power supply’s secondary circuits prevents physical defects of the power supply and the components connected to it.

OTP (Temperature safeguard)

In the case of excessive heat build-up in the power supply, the power supply immediately and automatically switches off. You cannot switch it back on until it has cooled down. Please ensure that the PC has sufficient cooling.

OPP (overload protection)

This safeguard is triggered if the total output of the power supply exceeds the specified maximum load. This can happen if the output of power supply is insufficient for the system (incorrectly dimensioned).

FREQUENT PROBLEMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem: The selected voltages (via BIOS/UEFI) are to low/high If you check the power supply voltages via the BIOS/UEFI on the motherboard or the operating system, note that they may be displayed incorrectly. This typically results from imprecise measurements by motherboard and does not necessarily imply a genuine problem. Problem: After installing a new graphics card, the PC will not power on, or it crashes frequently. You have installed a new higher performance graphics card in your system and now your PC fails to boot, or it crashes immediately with minimal workload. The power supply is inadequately dimensioned for your graphics card. Before making a purchase, please refer to our PSU calculator tool on www.bequiet.com.The tool will help you to find the right be quiet! power supply from our range of products.

Important note:

If the problems persist, please contact our customer service department. Check our website www.bequiet.com for business hours and detailed information.

ACCESSORIES

The power supply package includes the following accessories: Power cables, Slot cover with Overclocking Key, Jumper for permanent enabling of the overclocking function, AC cable, Operating manual, Cable ties, Velcros, Cable combs, Screws for installing the power supply

NOTES ON DISPOSAL

Due to European directives* you are no longer allowed to dispose of used electrical and electronic devices as unsorted domestic waste. The devices must be collected separately. The trash can on wheels pictogram indicates the need to dispose of the device separately. Please help to protect the environment and make sure, once you have decided to stop using the device, that you dispose of it responsibly via the correct collection system. In Germany, you are legally** required to dispose of used devices separately, instead of as domestic waste. Your local waste disposal authority has set up one or more collection points at which used devices from private households in your area can be handed in free of charge. In some cases waste disposal authorities will pick up used devices, even from private households. Please refer to your local household waste collection brochure, or visit your town hall or community administration office, for more information on handing in or collecting used devices in your area.

• Complies with Directive of the European Parliament and of European Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
• Corresponds to the law on sale, return and sustainable disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act – ElektroG)

WARRANTY

10-year manufacturer’s warranty for consumers (original purchase from authorized be quiet! dealers only). Your original purchase receipt will be required before warranty performance is rendered. Please keep it in a safe place. Opening the device, manipulations and / or technical modifications of any kind and damage due to external mechanical force will void your warranty. To read the warranty terms and conditions in full, see Service/Warranty Conditions on our homepage at bequiet.com.
Our General Terms and Conditions of Business apply; for details, please refer to bequiet.com on the internet.

MANUFACTURER’S DETAILS

Listan GmbH | Wilhelm-Bergner-Straße 11c | 21509 Glinde | GermanyFor support in Germany, you can call our free service hotline.

Check our website www.bequiet.com for business hours and detailed information.

• Tel. 0049 40 736 7686 – 44
• Fax 0049 40-7367686-69
• Email: service@bequiet.com
• Internet: www.bequiet.com

UK Authorised Representative (for authorities only) | ProductIP (UK) Ltd. 8, Northumberland Av. | London WC2N 5BY

COPYRIGHT

• You are not allowed to reproduce, disclose, publish or store the contents of this documentation, or excerpts of it, without the prior written consent of Listan.
• be quiet! is a registered trademark of Listan GmbH. Other products and company names mentioned in this documentation may be brands or trademarks of their respective owners.
• In accordance with company policy, all Listan products are subject to ongoing development. Listan reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any product described in this documentation without prior announcement.
• Under no circumstances shall Listan be held liable for loss of data and income, or for any specific, incidental, direct, or indirect damage, however it arises.
• The content of this documentation represents the current state-of-art. Listan does not assume, whether expressed or implicit, any liability for the correctness or completeness of the content of this documentation, including, but not limited to the implicit guarantee of market suitability and aptitude for a special purpose, unless applicable laws or jurisdiction stringently stipulate such a liability. Listan retains the right to make changes to this documentation or to withdraw the documentation at any time without prior announcement.

Limited Warranty

Per the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as given below, be quiet! warrants its new products to be free of defects resulting from faulty materials and faulty manufacturing for the length of the warranty period.

APPLICABILITY

This non-transferable warranty is applicable to newly purchased, previously unopened be quiet! products and is enforceable by only the original consumer purchaser. Proof of purchase is required for warranty service, so should be retained. be quiet! does not provide warranty registration services.

WARRANTY PERIOD

For eligible products, parts and labor are warranted for the appli-cable warranty period from the date of purchase. The applicable warranty period varies by product model, and is identified in your user documentation, on the product package, or as listed below. Should any of these warranty periods differ, the longest specified warranty period will apply. Replaced products will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty days, whichever is longer.

EXCLUSIONS

The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Normal wear and tear.

2. Any product which has been modified without permission from be quiet!, or on which the serial number or warranty sticker has been defaced, modified, or removed.

3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from: Accident, abuse, misuse or improper use, neglect, connection to an improper voltage source, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions included with the product. Fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by be quiet!. Shipping or transport damage (claims must be made with the carrier). Any other cause which does not relate to a defect in materials or manufacturing workmanship.

4. Cartons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, accessories or other consumables used with this product.

5. be quiet!, Inc. does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements. It is your responsibility
   to determine the suitability of this product for your purpose.

6. Removal or installation charges.

7. Shipping charges.

8. Any incidental charges.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

be quiet!‘s sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product at its option. be quiet! shall not, in any event, be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, or data (whether direct or indirect), damages resulting from interruption of service and loss of business, or for liability in tort relating to this product or resulting from its use or possession, even if be quiet! has been advised previously of the possibility of such damages.

LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to those of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The duration of implied warranties is limited to the warranty length specified in Paragraph II.50

LOCAL LAW AND YOUR WARRANTY

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights granted under local law. These rights may vary.

NO OTHER WARRANTY

No be quiet! employee, dealer, or other agent is authorized to make any modification, extension, or\ addition to this warranty.

TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR WARRANTY SERVICE

Please see your product owner’s manual or visit the Online Support section at www.bequiet.com for details and contact information. You will need to provide proof of purchase for warranty service

TECHNICAL DATA

Label

VOLTAGE REGULATION

OPERATING CONDITIONS

MINIMAL LOAD

RAIL SPLITTINGS

PCI-E WIRING DIAGRAM (OPTIMAL)

Use 600mm 12V-2×6 / 12VHPWR cable preferably

GPUs using 1 or 2 PCIe connectors = A I GPUs using >2 PCIe connectors = B

MAX. PCIE 5.1 COMBINED POWER

CONNECTIVITY AND CABLE LENGTHS

References

• be quiet! - Silent PSUs, cases and PC cooling products. PSU calculator and cooler check for your PC
• be quiet! - Silent PSUs, cases and PC cooling products. PSU calculator and cooler check for your PC

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