AeroCool Acryshield, For Power Supply Modding

     I remember the first time I walked into a computer store that had modded cases in it.  This with my new found love of computers only fueled the fire even more I had to go home and attempt it on my case.  Unfortunately we are not all as gifted with power tools as we are with computers.  My attempt ended in a case sitting in the corner hacked to pieces beyond recovery.  Thanks to AeroCools' Acryshield those of us that are not able to mod our case or power supply ourselves have an alternative.  Not only that but while those do it yourself types are still cutting on their power supply, you will be back to playing your favorite game.

What’s included in the Package:

• AeroCool Acryshield cover

• 4 screws

     ioCombo.com was nice enough to send along an 80mm fan for this review.  The fan is sold separately, so keep that in mind when purchasing.

     After looking at the product for about five minutes and reading over the ioCombo site and the statement “you can now modify your old ugly power supply and make it look like a brand new $150 power supply with titanium coating and transparent look” I chose to put this to the test and went to dig out a old 420 watt power supply that serves as a backup to my Antec.  All I have to say is that the AeroCool has its work cut out for it. 

Installation:

     The only tool needed for this is a Phillips screwdriver.  After attaching the fan to the Acryshield the next step is to remove the screws from your power supply.  Once the old cover is off you are ready to replace it with the new one.  One thing to keep in mind is that the acrylic is going to add a little to the width of the power supply.  No need to worry, just take your time and it will slide into place. Screw the four screws back in and the project is finished.  Here is a picture of the finished product.

Conclusion:

     What a transformation this turned out to be!  Not only does this power supply look like an expensive one, it now has dual fans.  I really like this mod, it looks great especially for those of us with window mods in our case.  It also adds extra cooling which is something any computer enthusiast is looking for. 

     The total time it took me to complete this was around ten minutes, and that was with trying to find a Phillips screwdriver in my house.  It is a very solid product and highly recommended for those that are attempting to mod for the first time and those of us that are not power tool gifted.  So head over to ioCombo.com and pick up this mod for only $15.95 in your choice of either neon green or ocean blue.

"Special for ClubOC visitors, enjoy $3 off marked price for the ocean blue / neon green acryshield when you use the coupon cluboc1 at the checkout (coupon expires on Apr 15)."