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Document Number: 336521 - 003
ATX Multi Rail Desktop Power
Supply
Design Guide
June 2020
Revision 003

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Intel ATX Specifications

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BrandIntel
ModelATX
CategoryPower Supply
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Power Supply Design

Alternative Low Power Mode for Power Supplies

Discusses new power states like Modern Standby, requiring new power supply features.

Document References for Power Supply Design

Lists documents referenced in the design guide for further information and guidelines.

Power Supply Terminology and Conventions

Defines acronyms, conventions, and terminology used throughout the design guide.

Processor Configuration Guidelines

Recommended Processor Configurations

Provides 12V2 current recommendations for various processor TDPs for PSU design.

High-End Desktop Market Processor Considerations

Covers higher power requirements for high-end desktops and modular connector guidelines.

Overclocking Recommendations for Processors

Advises on increasing 12V power rail capacity for overclocked processors.

Electrical Requirements for Power Supplies

AC Input Requirements

Lists AC input voltage and frequency requirements for continuous PSU operation.

DC Output Voltage Regulation

Specifies required DC output voltage ranges under various conditions.

DC Output Current Transient Steps

Summarizes expected output transient step sizes for each DC output.

Remote Sensing Recommendations

Recommends remote sensing for accurate control of motherboard loads and compensating cable drops.

Low Power System Requirements

Advises on minimizing +5VSB standby supply power consumption for low power system demands.

Output Ripple and Noise Requirements

Defines output ripple and noise requirements and measurement setup.

Capacitive Load and Stability Requirements

Specifies required capacitances and unconditional stability under all load conditions.

DC Power Sequencing

Mandates +12V and +5V outputs to be greater than +3.3V during power-up.

Voltage Hold-Up and Minimum Loading

Specifies hold-up time after AC loss and minimum current for 12V2 DC output.

Timing, Housekeeping, and Control

Details power supply timing parameters like power-on, rise time, and PWR_OK signals.

PWR_OK and Power-Up Cross Loading Conditions

Explains PWR_OK signal and PSU behavior under cross-load during power-up.

PS_ON# Signal Requirements

Details the PS_ON# signal for remote control of power supply outputs.

+5VSB Standby Output Requirements

Covers the +5VSB standby output, its operational requirements, and overcurrent protection.

Power-On Time and Rise Time

Specifies time limits for power-on and output voltage rise.

Overshoot, Shutdown Reset, and +5VSB Power-Down

Covers voltage overshoot, shutdown reset, and +5VSB behavior after AC power removal.

+5VSB Fall Time and Output Protection

Recommends +5VSB fall time and details over-voltage protection requirements.

Output Protection and Bypass Requirements

Details short circuit, over current, over temperature protection, and output bypass.

Power Supply Efficiency Levels

Discusses testing PSU efficiency against Energy Star and CEC regulations.

Mechanical Design Guidelines

Labeling and Marking Requirements

Lists suggested markings for power supply units and regulatory requirements.

AC and DC Connector Specifications

Covers AC input receptacle and DC connectors for power supply harnesses.

Main Power and Peripheral Connectors

Specifies main power connector and details peripheral connector types.

Specialized Connectors: Floppy, PCIe, and +12V

Describes connectors for floppy drives (historical), PCIe graphics, and +12V power.

Serial ATA Connectors

Covers required connectors for systems with Serial ATA devices.

Airflow and Fan Placement

Discusses power supply cooling solutions and airflow requirements.

Fan Size, Speed, and Venting

Recommends fan speed control, size, and advises on vent design for cooling.

Acoustic Performance Guidelines

Recommended Acoustic Targets

Recommends design features for meeting acoustic targets and avoiding discrete tones.

Environmental Specifications

Temperature and Thermal Shock

Defines recommended operating/non-operating temperatures and thermal shock for shipping.

Humidity and Altitude Limits

Details recommended operating/non-operating humidity levels and altitude limits.

Mechanical Shock and Random Vibration

Specifies recommended mechanical shock and random vibration test parameters.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements

Emissions Compliance

Outlines requirements for FCC, EN55023, and CISPR 22 Class B emissions compliance.

Immunity and Harmonic Content

Specifies EN 55024/CISPR 24 immunity and optional harmonic content measurement.

Magnetic Leakage and Voltage Flicker

Requires magnetic leakage not to interfere with monitors and meet voltage flicker limits.

Safety Standards and Compliance

North American Safety Certification

Details NRTL certification requirements for USA and Canada, including UL 60950-1.

International Safety and Material Requirements

Requires CB certificate, material restrictions, and protection against catastrophic failures.

Power Supply Reliability

Recommended Reliability Practices

Recommends de-rating components and considering capacitor/fan lifetime for reliability.

PS_ON# Toggle Reliability for S0ix Mode

Addresses PSU reliability for frequent PS_ON# toggling in S0ix mode.

CFX12V Specific Guidelines 1.63

CFX12V Physical Dimensions

Specifies that the power supply must be enclosed and meet the physical outline shown.

LFX12V Specific Guidelines 1.43

LFX12V Physical Dimensions

Details physical dimensions and mechanical aspects for LFX12V form factor.

ATX12V Specific Guidelines 2.53

SFX12V Specific Guidelines 3.43

Lower Profile Package Dimensions

Requires the power supply to be enclosed and meet the physical outline.

SFX12V Fan Requirements

Specifies fan airflow direction and size for the SFX12V form factor.

Top Fan Mount Package Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for the top fan mount SFX12V package.

Top Fan Mount Fan Requirements

Specifies fan airflow and size for the top mount SFX12V package.

Reduced Depth Top Mount Fan Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for reduced depth top mount SFX12V package.

Reduced Depth Top Mount Fan Requirements

Specifies fan airflow and size for reduced depth top mount SFX12V package.

Standard SFX Profile Package Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for the standard SFX profile package.

Standard SFX Fan Requirements

Specifies fan airflow and size for the standard SFX profile package.

PS3 Form Factor Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for the PS3 form factor.

PS3 Form Factor Fan Requirements

Specifies fan requirements for the PS3 form factor.

TFX12V Specific Guidelines 2.53

TFX12V Physical Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for the TFX12V form factor.

TFX12V Mounting Options

Discusses chassis mounting options and orientations for TFX12V power supplies.

TFX12V Chassis Requirements

Lists chassis features required for easy integration of TFX12V power supplies.

Flex ATX Specific Guidelines 1.23

Flex ATX Physical Dimensions

Details physical dimensions for the Flex ATX form factor.

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