The Dell D220P-01 power supply is a reliable unit, but like any PSU, its performance and compatibility depend on correct usage and matching with system components. Always cross-reference the pinout and specifications with the requirements of your devices to ensure a safe and stable operation. If you're unsure, consulting the manufacturer's documentation or support resources is recommended.
The 8 pins are typically arranged in two rows of four. Looking at the connector (clip side up), the standard wiring specification is as follows: Description Used for signaling; short to ground to power on Ground (-) Common ground Ground (-) Common ground Ground (-) Common ground Remote Ground (-) Signal ground Main power output Main power output Main power output Key Modification Notes Switching It On: The power supply remains in "standby" mode until Pin 1 (Remote) is connected to a ground pin (such as Pin 4 or 5). Safety Warning: Dell D220p 01 Power Supply Pinout 2
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| Rail | Voltage Tolerance | Max Current | Notes | |------|------------------|-------------|-------| | +5VSB | ±5% (4.75–5.25V) | 2A | Standby rail. Good for powering microcontrollers or small LEDs. | | +3.3V | ±5% (3.14–3.47V) | 10A | Shared with +5V regulation (mag-amp design). | | +5V | ±5% | 14A | Main rail for older drives and logic. | | +12V | ±10% (10.8–13.2V) | (peak 15A) | The weakest point – not suitable for modern GPUs. | | -12V | ±10% | 0.3A | For RS-232 serial ports. | | PW-OK | High = 3–5V | – | Gray wire on secondary connector goes high 200ms after PS_ON# low. | The 8 pins are typically arranged in two rows of four
If you have cut the connector off, you will typically find the following internal wire configuration: Joined together for +12V positive output. 3 Black Wires: Joined together for Negative/Ground.
Some revisions use White instead of Gray for PW-OK. Verify with a multimeter: It should be 0V when PSU is off, ~5V after PS_ON# is pulled low and rails stabilize.