Packaging:
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OCZ Technology EliteXStream 800W Power Supply is packaged in a solid cardboard box. On the front you see the total wattage, warranty emblem, Nvidia SLI emblem, and the key features of the product. If you look closely, you can see under the heading 'Powerful' it states the unit has a single 12V rail with a whopping 62A output. The back of the package goes into more detail on the features of the power supply, including the highly acclaimed 80 Plus certification.
The below left image shows the model number, OCZ800EXS, near the barcode and power specifications. On the small chart, it displays the amperage of each voltage rail. The +3.3V rail is rated for 28A, the +5V rail is rated for 30A, and the +12V rail is rated for 62A, which is the key feature of the unit. A single +12V rail should provide better stability with a high end system because components that use the +12V rail are not split up. Personally, I have never had an issue with any of my systems using a multi-rail power supply, even while running multiple video cards or while overclocking. The below right image has another promotional image of the unit, along with a list of more features / connections. There are eight SATA connections, eight standard (4-pin) drive connections, one floppy connection, and four PCI Express connections.
Inside the box the unit is neatly wrapped in plastic with the cables bundled together. In the back of the box there is another bag which contains the accessories.
External Examination:
The power specifications label on the side of the OCZ Technology EliteXStream 800W power supply confirms the data found in the chart on the side of the box.
The back end of the OCZ EliteXStream 800W power supply is visible in the below left image. It has a honeycomb ventilation design, power switch with status light, and a vertically mounted power plug. The below right image shows the single 120mm fan mounted in this power supply.
