HDPLEX 400AC Overview (SFF Gamechanger)

[@joshmajors5963]

This is truly eye opening on how compact and powerful things have become. Tech has come so far now. This is perfect for a mini but extremely powerful and quiet professional set up.

[@ZAfzal3]

I can't thank you enough for a 8 min video instead of the usual 2 hrs long ones!

[@jonathandangelo3626]

You are amazing and a true gem among the modding and general computer building world. Thank you, thank you, thank you

[@bskull3232]

I'm glad some of my inputs made their ways into this wonderful PSU. I was about to design my own, then Larry contacted me about a collaboration. I eventually decided to quit the project as I sold my S4m in favor of laptops, but I was since then kept in contact with Larry and helped him on some of his design decisions on this PSU. Finally, I saw it in flesh, and in one of my most favorite case. Good job Josh and Larry.

[@SiGeTVee]

I wish they made an HDPlex 600W or even 550W. That would be the sweet to prevent shut-offs and overheating.

[@emilianoruizcarletti9381]

I wish things were that easy :P

[@MosquitoMade]

There is that 800w HDPlex DC-DC, that uses 2x 400w AC units that Josh showed, but... we'll see what happens when it's retail

[@NotFromConcentrate]

If you are that kinda crazy check out the G-Unique Discord ;)

[@MosquitoMade]

@@NotFromConcentrate If I knew what it was I would, because I am :-P

[@1sonyzz]

maybe next decade

[@lafargaa]

didnt understand anything! but I'm hyped wtf

[@salticide4116]

Omg I hate the external brick soooooooooooo much. this is amazing

[@nykerc5127]

This is like a dream came true to me.. Cant wait for my next fully custom build with the hdplex included

[@imabeapirate]

the ATX spec is so outdated. I love seeing this stuff come out!

[@METALLOVER364]

Half a year of waiting and ordered it as soon as it was available. Brickless S4 ftw!

[@myactionvideos310]

This is amazing to see. Really great to know there is progress on this issue. I purchased the previous version and had it just sitting outside the case and I'm really hoping that at some point we can get a brickless build with one of those.

[@AmjadKalantan]

How to get it, though? It's been out of stock for a while.

[@MrPruske]

this would be what i would use for my next briefcase pc.

[@MrPruske]

And the G-17 120hz 1080p portable freesync screen

[@dennisolof9994]

Another source for great selection of external PSUs are transformers for fluorescent or LED lights, easy to get hold of and often outputs much more power than your regular AC DC brick. You will still need a pico PSU or similar but the problem for a power hungry system is getting enough amps from a external 12v PSU. Of course you will still have a external power brick but for some builds you can not get around that fact. Nice review of that HDPlex unit.

[@BurnoutsAndBourbon]

Need that gigabyte 2070 to fit next! 👍🏻

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Ring the bell and subscribe to be notified for my next livestream, where I will cover that. :)

[@BurnoutsAndBourbon]

Not From Concentrate ❤️

[@NotFromConcentrate]

@@BurnoutsAndBourbon I like your channel. Traded you a bell. ;)

[@pbales8951]

Great video and review. Although I enjoy watching your weekly build/discussion videos, I enjoy your produced videos even more.

[@arkratos3727]

A new Video! and about a great product! woot woot!

[@throbby24]

Great video man, all of the unanswered questions i had regarding HDPlex were answered so thank you!

[@300-blkout]

Wonderful video as always Josh. Never stop pushing that envelope you somehow always shrink!

[@101stsurvivor]

I'd really like to see the 2060 fitting inside with the 400AC, that's the kind of build i have been wanting to do.

[@Go.el_Hadam]

What a beauty. Definitely further cements my decision and future decisions to stay mini itx. There are fewer and fewer reasons to consider larger PC builds. HD plex has done it again. The HD plex 300 was a game changer for me. This new combo is insane. The quality is top notch as well. You couldn't ask for more. How viable is it to use the 400 AC externally in lieu of of my Alienware brick? Doesn't seem like I could use this internally for my S4 mini C.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

100% viable--included is a barrel jack adapter. I'm working on a bolt on enclosure so you get a sturdier AC jack too.

[@FaiyaRay]

Imo, The only bad thing about itx is the price (due to scarcity of parts). If some big brand names decided to make it a thing like buying hdplex and start mass producing it we might probably see a significant cost reduction

[@Go.el_Hadam]

@@NotFromConcentrate That is good to know. Sign me up for the preorder. I would love to buy a enclosure. Plus I would be supporting two small businesses. I am curious how it would look, but considering your designs are literally art I can safely assume it will look great.

[@masterjv1236]

Awesome video, keep up the awesome work.

[@teabagNBG]

will u create a case for a 1080ti mini and the 400ac?

[@SlightlyChan]

For it to REALLY replace the Dell 330 Watt brick, I hope an external brick kit is in development :)

[@aphilly2158]

Gigabyte 2070 build pls

[@x111-c4f]

Not From Concentrate, can we use it internally with "ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Mini" ? can you make any extra modifications to fit it inside ?

[@PunisherOfDeath101]

Msi 2070 mini? And case availability?

[@birdpirch1669]

Really good delivery of info mate!

[@marianpelmus]

ohhhhm this PSU is art, is so beautiful

[@Anitrex006]

The INNO3D GeForce RTX 2070 TWIN X2 is 196mm X 113mm. Would it be drop in ready?

[@xXDarthBagginsXx]

This looks like a great option to make the S4 Mini brickless, now I might have to start looking into the S4 quite a bit harder. Plus i would love to pull out the S4 at a LAN to show up the DAN A4 guys ;)

[@warnacokelat]

Zotac GTX 1660ti (non amp version) is only 111.15mm tall. Small, powerful card with silent fan but you'll need to sacrifice that thermal performance a bit.

[@EmersonBenoza]

i'm getting excited! Im curious, what is the clearance when you use the HDPLEX 400AC? Im using a ZOTAC 1060 Mini height of 111.15mm.

[@wifal6874]

am i the only one that loves it when Josh says "nom nom"? xD

[@MichaelMolli]

I‘m about to get the Mini iTX case Dan A4 SFX with the Silverstone SF450 PSU, do you think this would be a better PSU in terms of better airflow? I‘m just not sure about the external transformer tho.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

The SF450 is going to run nice and cool, and will be cheaper. The HDPLEX 400 is for builds where you know you can use the sizes and connector placement to give you more room. I don't know the right tool for the job in this one, but pick the right tool. :)

[@MichaelMolli]

Oh ok, thanks very much for your reply.

[@MysticWhiteDragon.]

I built a toolbox PC and am using a SilverStone FX-350-G 1U FlexATX PSU. The HDPLEX would be a better solution and allow me just a bit more space to play around with things. Maybe n the future, if I can save up the money, I'l look into that.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Thank you for sharing your project with everyone--that sounds interesting. I think it would be fun to find an OLD toolbox with a beautiful patina and then build a sick PC in it.

[@mozop3d]

What is this case in the video?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

store.nfc-systems.com/products/skyreach_4_mini

[@ww-hi9mq]

nice little radiator there at 3:20 wonders where you get it from

[@APUGuru]

Man I would have loved to make a 2600 and Vega Nano build with this. Shame about the pcie power connector issues.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

You definitely can...stay tuned for how to mod one in there :)

[@rileyhance318]

You should try some undervolting to see if some more powerful combos can be fit inside

[@tsujimasen]

Delidded 8700 (65W) + 2080 Ti (300 Non-A, 250 W PL) on a 400W HDPlex?

[@gabrielhonzik]

Nice video! What is your Discord Channel?

[@wooger0111]

My 330w brick just died, looking for something more powerful. Probably gonna go with this I guess

[@LordOfNihil]

i really like my corsair sf600. been looking at dc-dc solutions but sfx supplies are tiny. there should be more cases with native sfx support rather than a full atx+adapter. not sure if i like the flat cases, kind of think the sandwich cases are better optimized for space and can handle beefier cooling solutions.

[@SleepyRulu]

I love this new psu

[@XW0LV3R1N3]

Optimum Tech got the EVGA 3060 gaming in there too

[@ProDigit80]

Try fitting an Asus 2080 blower, with an EVGA 1fan 2060 inside a Rosewill mini itx case, like I did! It's much smaller than the node 202. I only want the PSU to fit in the back of a case (like where an sfx PSU fits).

[@georgeyu9898]

What are your thoughts on placing the brick outside of the case? The cable is not particularly aesthetically pleasing and seems a bit short, but could be an option with an extension.

[@kartaloktay]

I own a HD Plex 160, but all of its connectors (24 Pin, 4 Pin etc) seem to be too big to fit the ports well. Once I plug them into the ports, it's impossible to remove them by hand, instead I have to use a flat head screwdriver to lever them out, which in the end damages both Mainboard and cables. Because of that experience I didn't buy any other product from them.

[@kartaloktay]

@@Jantcha I think some manufacturers just get cheap and low quality connectors. For exapme the 24 pin connector of my seasonic PSU (Snow Silent Titanium) fits perfectly and can be removed without applying too much force. So I'm quite dissapointed from HD Plex's cables, escpecially considerung how expensive their products are.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Good to know--if you send me an email, I can present the problem to HDPLEX and see if we can get it fixed for the future. I haven't seen this problem, so I would be interested to see it. Peace

[@kartaloktay]

@@NotFromConcentrate thanks for your reply, but I don't think it should be your responsibility to take care of my problem, it was just something I wanted to point out and see if someone else had similar experiences with. But thanks for your concern :-)

[@NotFromConcentrate]

@@Jantcha I have definitely noticed difficult connectors with Corsair PSUs. They are VERY difficult to depin as well. Silverstone/Seasonic seem to have very nice connectors that are easy to depin, but HDPLEX connectors are also extremely easy to depin and I do alot of them. Maybe they just need to improve the keys on them?

[@granautismo786]

Yay it's ready!

[@amirulizzat7395]

Perhaps there can be new revision of the s4 that are a bit longer to accomodate the psu. Maybe a S5 mini..

[@delilas2398]

I'm actually thinking about building a pc in the S4 mini (I've got a r5 2600 and rtx 2060). I don't think I can fit the brick inside because the graphics card is too big, but I'll give it a shot anyway.

[@adraidok]

It has me wondering whether it will work for the upcoming 3070 but it would probably require the smallest size of that card from a third party whenever that comes out.

[@sakibsarwat5064]

Hi I'm a big fan of your work cause I love portability and thus small form factor built,but ambient temp is a big fact for small form factor built and in my area it's most of the time stays around 30~ or sometimes even 37°c! So i just wanna know your opinion can i build a powerful sff with i7 9700k*2070s using your case and also get decent trumps? And if so which cpu cooler you’ll advice me?thanks ☺

[@quetzacoatlx]

It is possible to make a semi-brickless build by attaching the 400AC outside the S4 mini. Their thickness are similar, and the colour schemes are not very unmatching.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

I suppose you could rather easily just bolt it to the side.

[@abhipkb9471]

hi kindly advice if I can put this in The dell vostro 3470 desktop. Regards

[@gaburierubaddou]

would love to see a build with the HDPLEX 400 and INNO 2060/2070 Twin x2 GPU

[@mikeymaiku]

Im sad this product got discontinued. But a all in in solution is releasing next month.... too bad the new 500w internal unit is 225mm in length. As a "new" S4-C owner im sad i got the 400w dc-atx brick now that they are back in stock... But too bad the best off the shelf choice is now the dell power brick

[@k52100s]

Wondering if this CEC/NEC electrical codes compliant ? Especially the AC cable management inside the case?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

I would recommend going to HDPLEX's website and looking at their certs, and then contacting them if you need more info. Thanks!

[@fffforever]

Is that single-slot IO on that 1080ti mini? did you just desolder the connections for the dvi port?

[@CALiiGeddonTwo]

Looking online it may be possible to fit a Zotac 2060 Super Mini if you take the shroud and backplate off. How would this affect thermals?

[@emilianoruizcarletti9381]

I'm looking forward to see a brickless r5 2600 + rtx 2060 build. I consider both to be at an excellent price with amazing performance for such a small and clean build! Will the EVGA XC model fit if you cut the 3rd PCI slot?

[@Dubst3pT3ch]

I would like to see an external brick version of the HD Plex to trace the Dell 330 units the costs are similar per unit but the HD Plex would just work for my build but I would need two Dell 330's

[@greenprotag]

I have an older MSI Aero 1070 itx... I wonder if I can make this fit. I found a legacy Skyreach and it is in the mail ^_^ My first NFC product. I have been watching the channel for AGES and I finally found a case I could afford.

[@MosquitoMade]

Hey Josh, question on this... with the fan, does it run all the time, or does it only spin up the fan under certain loads/temps? I got around to using mine finally, and noticed the fan has yet to turn on

[@NotFromConcentrate]

3.0 turns on at temp. I honestly don't remember what the earlier versions did.

[@MosquitoMade]

@@NotFromConcentrate Thanks! Good to know. The two with my 800w are v3.0, but would have to go look at what the one with my 400w is

[@floralcoop-4933]

I need the 800w or 2x 400w running a i9 8950HK and a EVGA RTX 2080 XC. Trying to find right size psu for build.

[@zodiacfml]

Interesting. I used to remembre these PSUs to be too expensive. Checking the price, it is cheaper than some SFX psu

[@matthewcherrington2634]

I would request that a sfx eps psu should be made as a new psu

[@2012JRB]

would this have enough power to do a 2700x and a Radeon 7?

[@Skwisgar2322]

Radeon VII calls for a 650W power supply, so I would imagine it would overwhelm this psu, but maybe not the 800W one?

[@brodyroe7854]

I was thinking would it be possible to make a thin 8 pin adapter to help gpu compatibility with the plex psu?

[@Flavio-cv5cw]

what if u slightly make more higter the next s4mini? does it resolve the issue for future brickless mini

[@matthewcherrington2634]

Is there a 500 watt version

[@QuantumBraced]

So is the 1050 Ti the most powerful GPU that fits with the 400W AC-DC without modding?

[@gameandbros5462]

I would like to know this too.

[@johnbuscher]

I thought it would be the R9 Nano, that card is pretty small.

[@chrisradford1157]

What is the program and components library you are using to do a visual to see if all the parts fit??

[@NotFromConcentrate]

I have built everything or most everything myself in Sketchup. I also have built many things in Fusion 360. My sketchup model with parts is available for download on my website.

[@alex_sophie]

just a quick question. where can i buy that itx test bench you have there. Or is it custom build?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Depends on which you mean. I have four; two are custom built and two were Open Bench Minis donated by channel fans.

[@alex_sophie]

@@NotFromConcentrate the simplest one you have. the one wich is basically a plate where you mount an itx mainboard

[@NotFromConcentrate]

@@alex_sophie Ah yeah, it's just a scrap piece of aluminum I had. I quickly cut it down to the size of ITX and then bought some 3" standoffs from McMasterCarr then put some threaded studs in the end.. It works amazingly well.

[@alex_sophie]

@@NotFromConcentrate thank you. wondered for a while now!

[@jessicaraymond2191]

Hey man, I'm a PC enthusiast and build custom computers for my mates. I've looked so much into your Skyreach 4 Mini but I still don't understand all the parts you need for the power supply. Like when I go onto the HDPlex site do I get the non adapter version if I want to use a laptop power brick and choose the ac dc if I want to plug straight into a power cable? Also confused as to exactly what the Dynamo Combo does and if you use it with the HDPlex PSU or without. I would love to use your case in a lot of my builds if I could just understand the power concept. Lastly did you say you could mount 2x 92mm fans on the GPU bracket? I'm posting this on my gf's account but my name's Ben, and a reply would be much appreciated! Thanks

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Sure-- if you send me an email I can hook you up with some resources I've made. Peace!

[@frobistbean4106]

Do you need 2 power cords to use the 800?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

No; you can use a merger cable.

[@frobistbean4106]

Thanks for the reply! Couldnt seem to find a solid answer anywhere

[@georgeyu9898]

What kind of software are you using at 6:10? It looks useful for planning out builds.

[@KingXF]

So lemme get this straight: in order for the PSU to fully function I need to buy 2 parts and connect them together via molex? And then when it comes time to mount it, I'll have each of the parts next to each other or stacked upon each other? Also are any cables included in the HiFi portion of the PSU?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Yup you got it. And Yes they include all the cables you need and then some.

[@KingXF]

Would I mount them side by side or stack them?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

@@KingXF The whole point is you can put them anywhere you can fit them. Check out the Skyreach 4 MINI as an example of a case that makes use of them. Peace

[@KingXF]

👍

[@marsillinkow]

Will this be sent to Dreamcore in Singapore?

[@im_d0n337]

does it fit into an old s4mini not the skyreach?

[@Neopulse00]

Although 4+ months late. I want to know if it's already been perfected the 400AC model. Especially the coil whine? Because, I really like the S4 case + HD Plex 400 HiFi DC + HD Plex AC-DC setup. Tell me Josh, is it good to buy?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

The HDPLEX 400 DC is on its 7th revision and is perfect, and the AC unit is on its second major revision and is much quieter than it was on launch. I honestly love them but it's not like its as quiet at as a SFX plat PSU five times its size. I think it is good enough now though. Peace

[@merceywatts5118]

I subscribed to your channel various time I guess, also to where you build these minis cases and so on. It's been months and your stuff is no where to be found. I have given up and your videos just teased the hell out of me with all these cool little PSUs. I tried buying them at duplex the beefy looking Pico PSU and they don't have it out of stock has been there model and yours also well. What good does an item do, if you can't get it. So I build me a light gaming PC, using the AMD ryzen 5 with the vega 11 and put it on an in-win case and I love it. The have the parts and looks great! Sorry, but you took forever and now I have lost interest in something I can't get anyways. I praised your work back then but not once have you ever answered me or notified me in regards to when your case will be ready or the mofos at duplex will have any cool looking Pico psu or the round 7.4×5mm dc jack to put on my unfinished build witch by the way is not using any of your non existing cases that I believe are just tales from whatever land. I very sad I saw your videos case I kept waiting to order one of your cases but out of stock is all I get and duplex the same thing. They should just close the doors and you should wait 5 more years till your case is ready to sell and the out of stock nonsense is gone. By then I will have lost interest in your case and in-win. I paid $110 at Amazon for the black one. I ordered 5 just to make sure I have spares I love it so much. I am done waiting, unless you have one for $100. But then again, I have to deal with HDPLEX not having anything for it.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Hello, Grenger. I'm sorry you are having such a hard time. :( I answer 100% of my emails and spend about four hours a day making sure I answer all inquiries, so I am sure if you have sent me messages they have not gotten through, or they are on a platform I don't know about. Can you please email me directly? I am happy to help--I help people who have never put PCs together build in other cases and I am very serious about helping anyone who comes to me. You said you wanted some kind of DC jack, I could probably send you one if I have it. Lastly, _my_ company is nfc-systems. Any other company/website is not mine and I can't control what they say or do (or don't). The MINI was in stock for an entire year over 370 days, and customers could have ordered 10 at a time, so I do want to know what is going with why I haven't gotten your messages. Peace.

[@WillFuI]

I would like one but can’t rn

[@honorableterryofamily-hick4234]

good info but when do we see you build system with it in? not already in but u putting cables to motherboard etc? My pc = i7, gtx 970 - soon to be 300w hdplex system running on 12v solar off grid system. NO mains power!!

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Hey check out my playlists, especially the build guides. I have lots and lots of videos of me assembling systems with this with different methods. Thanks!

[@DizzyAlic]

What is that keyboard he's using?

[@AnKlMa]

So, if I wanted to run my SFF-PC in my motorhome with 12 V I would only need the DC component of HDPLex, right? Also, would the DC component be compatible with m-ITX mainboards?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

The DC component is designed for motherboards so it would be perfect. It's input voltage is 16-24v however. So if your mobile home only supplies 12v then you need another similart product that does 12v, like something from meanwell, j-hackcompany.com or mini-box.com.

[@AnKlMa]

@@NotFromConcentrate Thank you so much for your quick reply and info. In order to get to 16 V I might just use a voltage converter. Do you know of any other product that does 400-500 Watts?

[@EnnTomi1]

rtx has many 3 slot card, possible to create a 3 slot S4mini?

[@kings_pride]

what about the meanwell EPP-400-12? I plan that one for a Gamecube Mod, to power an R9 Nano and a 6th Gen i5 or i7 (depends on budget :D)

[@DaneMurdock]

Would it be possible/difficult to swap the fan out for a Noctua one? I know you've said that the fan it comes with is pretty quiet, but I am big on minimizing noise.

[@NotFromConcentrate]

It's possible to switch the fans via a repin, sure--I don't think it's worth it though and I am all about dat Noctua.

[@DaneMurdock]

@@NotFromConcentrate If a Noctua swap isn't worth it then those are probably pretty good fans. Thanks for the reply!

[@wooger0111]

Galax makes mini rtx series cards that are 100mm tall with the connector on top. Should be able to go brickless with them

[@MelvinKhosa]

Can we fit a MSI 2070 Aero ITX in the Skyreach 4 Mini with that HDPLEX 400AC? Paired with an undervolted 9700k at stock clocks?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

I'm not sure as I haven't tested that card, but I will say it doesn't look possible. There are several 2070 options available though for a brickless build. I would check out my discord for the latest information and community assistance: discord.gg/9Ufm7XX

[@wmunn10]

Now if only we could get more of this stuff mainstream so we dont have to carry 2 power bricks if going over spec for a 330w laptop or having to buy the monster 700w.

[@jackmccoy6520]

Please make a SLI 15.50 Volume with a side glass case, you are our only hope.

[@Broxine]

Where is the link to your discord Josh?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

It's a fight club type of thing. Everyone knows it exists, but you gotta get invited. Or you could email me. xD

[@Shrek-iv8gu]

You selling any low end GPUs like maybe something of the 700 Series? I live in Pass Christian, MS so you dont have to worry about shipping. Im looking for something as an upgrade from my Geforce 9500gs, that will go well with a Phenom II X4 945.

[@edgesun7031]

cant you just get something newer thats not like 10yo?

[@a36538]

Can this work with RTX 2060s or GTX 1660 Ti?

I have the zotac 1080 ti mini. Any possibility to use this solution? I'm desperate to use a small form factor pc and yours is the one the gets my attention mostly because is like the old style desktop where the monitors could go on top. I have seen the Cryorig Taku, but that one is too big in my opinion. Yours would be perfect if it can accomodate this HDPLEX 400AC and the Zotac mini 1080ti. Is there any way around this?

[@joshuasniffen2037]

Sure! The NFC community solved this and has a solution for a brickless 1080ti build. It takes some doing, but it's pretty cool. Hop on our discord and see: discord.gg/de4NR8t

news lie it doesn't fit in his case. You know his case, right?

[@xybersurfer]

is this purely a PSU or does it always come with a case?

[@screes620]

Endcaps when used as an external brick?

[@NotFromConcentrate]

Actually thinking TOPcap.