Pros: * Plenty of connectors. Some online spec listings for this PSU are incorrect. It actually has 4 SATA Cables, each with 4 SATA Power connectors, for a total of 16 connectors. It also includes two 4+4 pin CPU power cables, and 4 6+2 PCI-E power connectors. There should be plenty of cables available, however if you plan on running TWO OR MORE HIGH-END video cards each with 3 power connectors, you will not have enough. This is the most cables I have ever seen on a 750W unit. * Cables are easy to bend, and long lengths. I had no issue moving and bending the cables into place, it seemed easier than other units although I didn't notice anything special about the material used in the cabling. Each of the individual cable pieces are attached together with soft plastic. * "ECO Mode" fanless operation at idle and low loads. I spent some time trying to fully load my system (around 400W-450W from the wall) and the fan still didn't spin. The amount of heat this unit can handle passively is incredible. It would take a very high power usage GPU to activate the fan. Even then, it should operate below 1000 RPM which would make it nearly inaudible. I wasn't able to get the fan to spin up aside from boot-up, so I couldn't test the noise. In that respect, the unit is totally silent! * 12V Single Rail vs 5 Rail Mode. A new feature, the first time I've seen it, is the included 12V Rail switch. While in "Multiple" rail mode, each connector has an over-current protection at 40A. While in "Single" rail, each connector has access to full capacity. This is a nice way to both protect your components and also unlock extra power if you need it. This is a great new way for users to customize how their PSU distributes power and I'm glad to see it. * Platinum efficiency.

Cons: * Large size, may not fit in some cases. Be warned, this is a 180mm PSU so it won't fit in all cases. Also, if you're going to mount the PSU with the fan facing down, make sure your case's PSU in-take is large enough to allow space for the fan to breathe. It should be fine in most cases, but this is something you should be aware of before trying to install it. * Connector labeling can be tricky or confusing. Lastly, the connector labels on the PSU itself are a bit sloppy. Generally you can't plug something where it doesn't belong, however it's always a good idea to make sure everything is hooked up properly. Also, do not try to re-use modular cables from other PSUs -- even if they're also made by Corsair, or even the older HX750 or HX750i units -- as that will risk frying the unit. ONLY use the included cables.

Overall Review: As with previous HX-Series units, the OEM supplier for this HX750 Platinum is Channel Well Technology (CWT). This is without a doubt the best PSU I've ever tested, while also being an incredible value. It's not only quiet, but nearly always completely silent. I didn't notice any coil whine or buzzing noises of any kind, installation was a breeze, and it handled everything I threw at it gracefully. With a surplus of connectors and cables, it should be perfect for nearly all builds. And with the Platinum efficiency, it should waste less power and run the full length of the warranty (10 YEARS) and beyond. Great PSU, well done Corsair.

Pros: I decided to use the Wi-Fi setup route on the EA3500 and it went smoothly. Simply access the admin panel, follow through a few options, and it's ready to go. The control panel on the EA3500 is different than others I've seen from Linksys, probably due to Cisco's involvement. It uses a more traditional text-based layout which (I personally feel) is easier to navigate. *Wired* connection worked fine, utilized my bandwidth at full capacity and I didn't experience any stability issues or other problems. All of my desktop PCs and mobile devices (three phones, two tablets) were immediately recognized and connected to the router. Has ONE USB port for external use. No issues streaming up to 1080p videos on my network.

Cons: Literally the worst Wi-Fi capability I have ever seen, which is very disappointing to say the least. Consistent issues maintaining a connection and proper bandwidth even over what I consider to be minimal range. It is incredibly weak compared to my other routers and any average/normal sized home is going to have a problem without extra access points. Hard to cite the exact problem but I speculate it's due to the small antenna on the EA3500 itself. If you plan on using the EA3500 for Wi-Fi extensively, I don't recommend it. Admin panel is missing some other unique features I've grown accustomed to on Linksys routers, namely the monitoring and filtering options (parental controls, for example).

Overall Review: Control panel GUI may be trickier for less advanced users, you have to know exactly what you're looking for and where to find it otherwise you may get lost. Even though some of the newer features are missing, it still has the old classics like DMZ, port filtering, Wireless settings, etc. Anything you need to setup your network is available, however some of the customization features are missing from the outdated panel.

Pros: * Very small, smaller than even most other portable drives. I have two other external SSD's that are still slightly larger than the Crucial X9, and my portable HDD's are not only much larger, but also weigh significantly more. If your goal is to carry the drive around with you, the X9 is a great choice. * USB-C for fastest speeds. I don't believe previous generations of USB can reach 1 GB/s, so the newer interface is necessary to max out the drive. Running on USB-3 will certainly hinder performance. * Cool temperatures. Modern SSD's have a tendency to run hot, with many of them actually throttling bandwidth to manage heat. The Crucial X9 idled around 35C on my setup, and peaked at 50C during testing. Most SSD's have a maximum temperature in the 70-80C range, so there's plenty of headroom. I suspect there might be some kind of small heatsink inside the drive keeping it cool. * Blazing fast. The Crucial X9 achieved the highest sequential speeds I've ever seen on an external drive, rivaling many internal NVMe drives. I was able to copy large files at the full 1 GB/s bandwidth with no throttling so it seems Crucial has equipped the drive to sustain its maximum speeds at all times. My full bandwidth result is attached as an image.

Cons: * No published TBW data. I tried to find information about the type of memory used in the Crucial X9, as well as the terabytes written (lifespan) of the drive, but the information doesn't exist. I contacted Crucial and was told by their customer service that they simply don't publish TBW data for their external drives. The information is also not even published in the white paper of the drive. I find this highly suspicious!

Overall Review: The Crucial X9 is a great external drive, and a great external SSD. I didn't find any noticable problems or concerns with the drive during testing, even using it for every day for the past few weeks it's done a perfect job. My only concern is the quality of memory and lifespan of the drive, which Crucial seems to be trying very hard to avoid specifying. Would love to see Crucial change that policy.

Pros: * Mesh Airflow. The entire chassis is surrounded with mesh panels. With the system running I can feel air moving from all these directions. As far as airflow goes the 2000D definitely stands out among other SFF cases. * Expansive radiator support. Large radiators can easily fit mounted to to the side of the case due to its elongated shape. I used an air cooler in my build but it's nice to see more SFF cases making room for extra cooling. With slim fans you can fit an additional two 240mm radiators which is just insane for a case like this.

Cons: * Large for SFF. The long shape of the case actually puts it outside the SFF spec. Just be aware of the dimensions and what you are getting. If you have strict size limitations, the 2000D may stretch beyond those. * Cable Routing. Managing the cables from the PSU out into the chassis was noticeably more difficult than other cases I've used. Even in this size format there really isn't enough space to get the job done. I had to get creative with a few wires to make it even possible. * GPU cover is bad for thermals. I've seen other users mention the shroud cover on the GPU slot chokes ventilation. However I didn't notice anything unusual in my testing. It may be due to my FE card using less power than other open-air models.

Overall Review: The 2000D is a unique, but challenging SFF case. It's most notable feature is its wide support for multiple radiators and interior layout. If this is your first SFF case, I think there are more user-friendly options on the market. If you plan an airflow heavy build, especially with water cooling, then the 2000D may be your best option.

Pros: * An improvement on a great PSU. The RMx 2021 series simply takes the previous models and improves them. The quality of the RM650x is better than previous units across the board. It's not a reboot, or a totally different series of units, it's the next iteration. * Cables aren't rigid. Having handled many PSU's, I know there's a lot of variance in cable quality. The RM650x does use in-capacitor cables. The cables themselves, however, have the appropriate amount of flex. You won't have to worry about breaking your hands to bend these cables in your case. * Fan rarely ever spins up. Corsair has famously advertised their fine-tuned fan curve for the RMx series. It's very noticable when you compare the RM650x with other similar units. Even when gaming on an 8700K and 1080 Ti, it took 15+ minutes before the fan even turned on. It spins around 500-700 RPM at most times, making it barely noticable. * Among the best customer service in the industry. I've dealt with Corsair's CS multiple times over the years. I always get responses within a few hours, and shipping turnaround time is only a few days. They're based in the United States, so you don't have to deal with an outsourced CS department. Always appreciate when a company treats their customers right.

Cons: * Inferior magnetic (ML) fan. Corsair has replaced the Rifle bearing fans in the RMx 2021 series with their Magnetic bearings. They work just fine in these PSUs, but they increase noise output significantly. As a result, the 2021 series are much louder than the previous years' models. It's worth mentioning the RM650x is still an incredibly quiet unit. * Single 4+4 pin EPS (CPU) power cable. This isn't a large complaint, but with so many motherboards using 8+4 or even 8+8 power these days, the extra cable would've been nice, since the RM650x can definitely handle the increased load. Those motherboards will run with a single connector, so it's not totally necessary. * No ECO/Mode switch. This has been a common complaint since the RMx's inception many years ago. This series does not have a toggle button on the back of the PSU for the fanless/ECO mode, which turns the fan off at low loads. Typically PSU manufacturers will put a switch to allow the fan to run at normal speeds at all times.

Overall Review: I've owned and reviewed dozens of PSU models over the years, and I can sincerely say the RMx series are among the best ever made. They are Tier A (Gold ranked) in all existing PSU tiers for a reason. Please DO NOT confuse these units with the regular "RM" series as they are totally different PSUs, and quite inferior. The OEM for this unit, and all RMx units over the years, is Channel Well Technology. The differences between the three (yes THREE) different series of RMx units is so small, I suggest buying the cheapest one you can find. The RM650x (2021) is superior almost completely across the board in hold-up time, stability, ripple suppression, and voltage control.

Pros: * Plenty of cables. The CX550M comes with dual 8-pin PCI-E cables as well as 6 SATA connectors. Frankly these are more cables than a 550W unit can realistically handle. Any video card that uses 2x8-pin PCI-E cables is probably not going to run on this. But still it's great Corsair included so many optional cables on a modest PSU. * Fairly silent. I've heard mixed reviews about the fans used in Corsair's new 2021/2022 PSU models however I had a great experience with this one. It seemed a bit quieter than my other 550W Bronze units. While the fan was noticable if I put my ear next to the PSU under load, at idle it was totally silent and at no point did I find the noise intrusive. * Sleek new design and layout for these models. I actually own a few of the old CX series PSU's and the new frame is noticably sturdier. It doesn't feel as flimsy or loose as the previous models, the new triangle-grill design looks great, and overall the new design is much easier to handle. I'm impressed that a value PSU has such a great design on it, this isn't something you see very often. * 140mm length. The CX550M is really small. Obviously it's not SFF and probably won't fit in SFF cases, but at 140mm it's actually smaller than the typical ATX spec. If you have a smaller case, or don't have a lot of space to work with, this is a great unit.

Cons: * Rigid Cables. This actually doesn't impact my build since I use a very spacious case with plenty of routing area. But the cables for the CX550M are notably stiff, and require a lot of force to bend and twist. Having worked with many different PSU's before, this issue is nothing new, but the CX550M definitely doesn't have the most flexible cables I've ever experienced.

Overall Review: Overall the CX550M is a great value for a 550W Bronze unit. I did all my testing on my existing build with an 8700K CPU and GTX 1060 GPU and it performed flawlessly. If you're looking for a modern, stylish 550W Bronze unit this is a great choice. I've also dealt with Corsair's customer service over the years and they have some of the best CS in the industry, you can't go wrong here. Worth mentioning since I don't see it anywhere on the Newegg page, the CX550M has a 5 year warranty.