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Storage unit auction yields retro Pentium 4 PC with unique UV-reactive PSU
Key points
- Auction winner found a retro Pentium 4 PC in an Apevia X-Superalien case.
- The PC includes a transparent, UV-reactive Apevia ATX-AS500W power supply.
- The storage unit contained approximately 100 laptops, 20 desktops, and thousands of components.
- The PSU's efficiency is questionable for modern use, but the case is functional.
Discovery in a Storage Unit Auction
A Reddit user, u/Witty-Composer-6445, won a storage unit auction initially believed to contain around 35 laptops. The unit actually held approximately 100 laptops, 20 desktop PCs, hundreds of RAM sticks, hard drives, various PC components, thousands of CDs, and a retro PC build.
The Retro PC Build
The standout item was a Pentium 4 PC housed in an Apevia X-Superalien case from the Y2K era. This aluminum case features five external 5.25" drive bays and a front I/O panel with two USB 2.0 ports, two 3.5mm audio jacks, and a Firewire port, all beneath a small LCD.
Unique Power Supply Unit
The PC includes an Apevia ATX-AS500W power supply with a transparent acrylic top and a metal bottom. The internal components are color-coated, feature blue LEDs, and neon green accents that are UV-reactive, causing them to glow in the dark, including the cables.
PSU Performance and Rebranding
The Apevia ATX-AS500W PSU, also known as "Iceberg Power" and a rebranded YoungYear YP-AB built by Sun Pro, has received mixed reviews regarding its performance. A 650W version of this unit was noted to have a maximum output of about 250W, making it inefficient for modern use. While the PSU may not be suitable for a functional retro build, the case itself remains usable.
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Reporting from
A storage unit auction winner discovered a retro Pentium 4 PC featuring an Apevia X-Superalien case and a UV-reactive, see-through Apevia ATX-AS500W power supply, alongside a large quantity of other computer components. This find highlights Y2K-era PC aesthetics and component design, offering a glimpse into past hardware trends.