If there's one topic that I preach about nearly as often as quality memory, it's got to be choosing the right power supply. You can have the best motherboard and memory money can buy but they won't amount up to much if there power feeding them is erratic and unstable. As if it wasn't difficult enough just reading through the technical aspects of each unit, manufacturers have complicated the situation by introducing new features such as adjustable voltage pots, chrome and ultraviolet shells, and modular cabling.

Offerings from Antec, Enermax, and PC Power and Cooling have always been consumer favorites due to their consistent build quality and rock-solid stability. These products typically command larger price tags but in a world obsessed with finding the best deals and prices, you definitely get what you pay for. GruntvillE has also reviewed PSU offerings from Raidmax (400W & 500W), Ahanix, SilenX, Zalman, Ultra, Thermaltake, and most recently Skyhawk; all of which seem to be cheaper, viable alternatives to your powering needs.

Today, I'll be taking a look at the NUUO 550Watt Power Supply from the folks at Sunbeamtech. That's right, the company who's built a reputation over the past few years for building high quality and reliable cold cathode lights as well as an array of other case mod oriented products, is venturing in to the world of power supplies. The NUUO is their first series of power supply products and offers modular cabling as well as a 3.5” fan control panel to monitor temperatures and adjust fan speeds. So how does this new product line fare when put to the test? Read on as I find out...