#Antminer Water-Cooled U3 S19XP HYD 514T Unboxing Review: When a Bitcoin Server Meets Water Cooling Black Technology!
Hello everyone, today Li Yi and the editors are unboxing not an ordinary server, but a Bitcoin mining artifact with 'water cooling Buff' — the Antminer Water-Cooled U3 S19XP HYD 514T! This machine not only has explosive computing power (514TH/s!), but also uses water cooling for stable output even in high-temperature environments. Without further ado, let’s unveil its mysterious veil!
📦 Unboxing First Experience: This packaging is hardcore!
When I just received the package, my first reaction was: 'Why is this box so heavy?!' Gross weight 30 kg, heavier than the dog at Li Yi's editor's home (dog: ?). Opening the outer box, there is a thick foam cushioning layer, and the server is well protected, so there’s no need to worry about bumps during transport.
Taking out the machine, I was immediately attracted by its 3U rack design — 445mm wide × 750mm deep × 130mm high, more compact than traditional air-cooled servers, but still solid in weight (net weight 28kg). The overall body has a silver-gray matte texture, paired with the eye-catching 'ANTMINER' logo, full of technological feel.
What’s special is that this machine requires two network cables! That’s right, it has two backend management systems, and only by combining computing power can it reach 514T, definitely a 'dual-network dual-standby' mining mode.
💧 Water Cooling: Say goodbye to 'oven-style' mining farms!
The noise and heat from traditional air-cooled servers have always been a nightmare for miners, and this S19XP HYD 514T directly adopts a water cooling system! Officially rated at 10691W power consumption in a 35℃ environment, but thanks to the water cooling, the operating temperature of the machine is much lower than that of air-cooled models, significantly improving stability.
Installing the water cooling system requires additional configurations including a water pump, water tank, and heat dissipation, but compared to enduring the 'helicopter takeoff' noise of air-cooled servers, this little trouble is absolutely worth it! During actual operation, the machine is almost silent, with only a slight sound of water circulation, allowing the mining farm to finally say goodbye to 'barbecue mode.'
⚡ Performance Testing: 514TH/s computing power, is it an energy hog or the efficiency king?
This machine boasts a computing power of up to 514TH/s, using the SHA-256 algorithm, optimized specifically for Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash mining. The official power efficiency is 20.8 J/TH (in environments ≥35℃), which is at the top tier in the current market.
However, its power consumption is not low — 10691W, equivalent to the electricity consumption of a household air conditioner running at full power. So, if you plan to purchase this machine, you must calculate the electricity cost clearly! It is recommended to use a 380-415V industrial power supply, as ordinary household voltage cannot handle this 'energy hog.'
🔌 Installation and Setup: Two network cables, double the happiness (or double the trouble?)
The most special thing about this server is that it has two backend management systems, requiring two network cables to unleash its full computing power. For beginner miners, the configuration may seem a bit complicated, but once familiar, it's actually not difficult:
Connect the water cooling system: Ensure the water pump, water pipes, and heat dissipation are installed correctly to avoid leaks (a server getting wet is much worse than a phone dropping in the toilet).
Plug in two network cables: connect to the two network ports of the server, and enter the backend to configure the mining pool information.
Power-on Mining: After powering on, the machine will automatically start, and the computing power will gradually rise to 514T.
✅ Summary of Advantages
✔ Ultra High Computing Power: 514TH/s, a powerful tool for Bitcoin mining.
✔ Water Cooling: Low noise, high stability, suitable for high-temperature environments.
✔ Energy Efficient: An energy efficiency ratio of 20.8 J/TH, industry-leading.
✔ 3U Rack Design: Saves space, suitable for large-scale mining farm deployment.
❌ Complaints about Disadvantages
✖ High Power Consumption: 10691W, electricity costs need to be calculated carefully.
✖ Additional Configuration for Water Cooling System: Requires pairing with a water pump and water tank, increasing deployment complexity.
✖ Dual Network Cable Design: Not very friendly for beginners, configuration is a bit troublesome.
🎯 Suitable for whom?
Professional Miners: Require high computing power, low noise, and stable operation for mining equipment.
Mining Farm Upgrade: Want to replace old air-cooled servers to improve energy efficiency.
For those not worried about electricity costs: More cost-effective in areas with cheap electricity (such as hydroelectric or wind power-rich regions).
📢 Final verdict: Is it worth getting?
If you pursue extreme computing power + stable operation, and can accept the extra configuration of the water cooling system, then the Antminer Water-Cooled U3 S19XP HYD 514T is definitely one of the top choices for Bitcoin mining. But if you are a small miner with high electricity costs, you might want to weigh your wallet before deciding.
In short, this machine is like the 'performance monster' in the server world, both fierce and quiet, the only cost being — your electricity meter will spin faster than a top! 💸
Happy mining, invest rationally! 🚀#btc##water-cooled#
