Packaging

Like with most Corsair PSUs, the packaging is huge. On the front is a quarter shot of the unit, along with its model number and several icons. The latter stand for the seven-year warranty, zero-RPM fan-mode option (aka semi-passive operation), 80 Plus Platinum certification, and the PSU's silent operation.


This side includes a useful description of all connectors and their respective cable length. It is really nice to see companies include such information on the box.


Only the model number is depicted on this side.


Two graphs on the back show the efficiency and fan noise curves. There is also a table with the unit's power specifications, and some paragraphs have been devoted to the unit's most crucial features and the Corsair Link software.

Contents

The cardboard is sturdy enough to withstand abuse, and the PSU inside a cloth bag for that additional touch is also fully protected by packing foam; the HX750i is a pretty expensive high-end product after all.


The bundle includes a pouch for all unused modular cables, which will surely come in handy since there are a ton of cables, and most users won't use all of them. The other accessories are a case badge, an AC power cord, a set of screws for mounting the PSU, and several zip ties.


You will also get a user's manual and two leaflets, one for the warranty and another with some important safety information.

Exterior

There is a pre-installed sticker on the front. It is there to tell users that the fan won't spin up with light loads, as some might think it is defective otherwise.


The finish is of good quality and doesn't attract fingerprints or scratches easily. The front comes with a honeycomb style mesh, and the small on/off switch is right next to the AC receptacle.


Both sides have labels which depict the unit's model number. The power specifications label can be found on the bottom.


In the back are the fully modular panel, the Corsair Link connectivity, and a really useful fan-test button. You can push the latter and the fan will spin for as long as you keep it pushed. The LED will alternate between green and red while the PSU communicates with the Corsair Link software. If a solid red, the PSU will have lost connectivity with Corsair Link.


The unit's dimensions are exactly the same as those of its larger sibling, the HX1000i. A common practice among almost all OEMs, Corsair apparently used the same PCB and casing to simplify the manufacturing process. The fan grill with its parallel lines is a clear indicator to those familiar with Corsair PSUs: This unit belongs to one of their high-end lines. The external design is nothing extraordinary or terribly fancy, but this is a PSU after all, so there is no need for it to look like a transformer.


The cables are flat and stealth, and their overall quality is good. However, the ATX connector wasn't a perfect fit for our testing board as an excessive amount of force was required for its clip to snap into place. Corsair should look into this problem since you might damage your motherboard by applying too much force.


As has already been stated, all cables are pretty long, and for a 750 W unit, this HXi is equipped with a lot of connectors.


Corsair provided two FDD adapters, which most users probably won't use; however, it is nice to see them included in case someone needs them.