be quiet! Dark Power Pro 12 - Power Supply Manual

COMPATIBILITY

The be quiet! Dark Power Pro 12 series power supplies are compatible with all recent popular power supply and motherboard specifications such as:

• Intel Power Supply Design Guide Revision 1.41, ATX12V Version 2.51 (and downwardly compatible to V2.4, V2.31, V2.3, V2.2, V2.01, V2.0)
• ATX System Design Guide Version 2.2 and Version 2.1
• 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 7.0 guidelines
• ErP guidelines

INSTALLING YOUR NEW POWER SUPPLY

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 12 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.

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

This be quiet! power supply features the following safety functions, designed to protect the power supply and connected components against damage If one of these safeguards is triggered, the system will usually reboot or power off. In this case, you should immediately check your PC for errors. If you would like to learn more about the safety functions, please check out the "Technical data" section of your be quiet! power supply at www.bequiet.com

FREQUENT PROBLEMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

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

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.

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

MANUFACTURER'S DETAILS

Listan GmbH | Biedenkamp 3a | 21509 Glinde | Germany
For support in Germany, you can call our free service hotline,
Check our website www.bequiet.com for business hours and detailed informations

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

TECHNICAL DATA

1. LABEL

2. VOLTAGE REGULATION

3. OPERATING CONDITIONS

4. MINIMAL LOAD

5. RAIL SPLITTINGS

6. PCI-E WIRING DIAGRAM (OPTIMAL)
   

GPUs using 1 or 2 PCIe connectors =
GPUs using >2 PCIe connectors =

7. DIMENSIONS
   
8. CONNECTIVITY AND CABLE LENGTHS
   1200W / 1500W
   

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The power supply is only guaranteed to function properly if the instructions are followed.

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.

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Documents / Resources

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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