Power Supply $$$ ???

FIREWALL · 03-12-08, 04:50 PM

Why is it I keep reading posts where our members are haveing problems with their video cards and cooling probs or both being related and theres alway at least one or more post responses "How Big is Your Power Supply ?"

One member said he upgraded to 350W another 500W. And their new vid cards draw alot more power and need more cooling re: more fans= more power usage not to mention the rest of what your rig draws.

Todays games with the heavy graphics and memory and CPU draw and the fans it takes to run every thing cool have a hard time with 500w much less 350w or less. And it's the last thing alot don't think to upgrade. Mindset "It came with the case or complete computer so it must be good enough " Think Again !

Some games cost more than a good power supply. Example:http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...596&CatId=2496

I got this for free as a replacement for my 550w version. Free Lifetime warranty. Got the 550w in 2005.

A good Powerful PS is almost a basic for any rig that plays the games on this forum we do. And a little overkill is good for that future upgrade/complete rebuild in the future.

I want to scream sometimes when I read a well meaning response from a member telling another "350w as an upgrade should be just fine or the
"BEAN COUNTER ANSWER" go to this site and it will calulate what you need and no more. SO YOUR AT THE BARE MINIMUM.

And if your worried about the electricity useage, BROTHER your in the wrong hobby. Go take up kite flying.

As a final thought. You wouldn't build a house on a weak foundation would you ?

GlobalExplorer · 03-12-08, 04:56 PM

When it comes to PSU's .. bigger is better!! I have a 550W PSU running and no problems with reboots whatsoever (well there are certainly other factors).

My next PC is going to have at least 550W again. 1000W is a bit over the top, though.

FIREWALL · 03-12-08, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by GlobalExplorer

When it comes to PSU's .. bigger is better!! I have a 550W PSU running and no problems with reboots whatsoever (well there are certainly other factors).

My next PC is going to have at least 550W again. 1000W is a bit over the top, though.

I agree about 1000w but who knows in the future. Ultra makes a 1600watt.

Gadgets and goodies has something usb for that monster
http://gadget.brando.com.hk/prod_det...001&cat_id=059 :p :rotfl:

SUBMAN1 · 03-12-08, 05:04 PM

I have a conservative 600 WATT PSU, since tests show it delivers excellent spike free power up to 750 Watts, but at nearly $200, it better damn well do more than its rated for.

-S

FIREWALL · 03-12-08, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SUBMAN1

I have a conservative 600 WATT PSU, since tests show it delivers excellent spike free power up to 750 Watts, but at nearly $200, it better damn well do more than its rated for.

-S

Take a look at this gadget link . MORE POWER SCOTTY :rotfl:

http://gadget.brando.com.hk/prod_det...001&cat_id=059

Jimbuna · 03-12-08, 05:17 PM

A good post FIREWALL, I use an 850 watt.....couldn't agree with you more

03-12-08, 04:50 PM	#1
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	Power Supply $$$ ??? Why is it I keep reading posts where our members are haveing problems with their video cards and cooling probs or both being related and theres alway at least one or more post responses "How Big is Your Power Supply ?" One member said he upgraded to 350W another 500W. And their new vid cards draw alot more power and need more cooling re: more fans= more power usage not to mention the rest of what your rig draws. Todays games with the heavy graphics and memory and CPU draw and the fans it takes to run every thing cool have a hard time with 500w much less 350w or less. And it's the last thing alot don't think to upgrade. Mindset "It came with the case or complete computer so it must be good enough " Think Again ! Some games cost more than a good power supply. Example:http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...596&CatId=2496 I got this for free as a replacement for my 550w version. Free Lifetime warranty. Got the 550w in 2005. A good Powerful PS is almost a basic for any rig that plays the games on this forum we do. And a little overkill is good for that future upgrade/complete rebuild in the future. I want to scream sometimes when I read a well meaning response from a member telling another "350w as an upgrade should be just fine or the "BEAN COUNTER ANSWER" go to this site and it will calulate what you need and no more. SO YOUR AT THE BARE MINIMUM. And if your worried about the electricity useage, BROTHER your in the wrong hobby. Go take up kite flying. As a final thought. You wouldn't build a house on a weak foundation would you ? __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ???

03-12-08, 04:56 PM	#2
GlobalExplorer Admiral Join Date: May 2005 Location: Berlin Posts: 2,015 Downloads: 165 Uploads: 0	When it comes to PSU's .. bigger is better!! I have a 550W PSU running and no problems with reboots whatsoever (well there are certainly other factors). My next PC is going to have at least 550W again. 1000W is a bit over the top, though. __________________

03-12-08, 05:04 PM	#4
SUBMAN1 Rear Admiral Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 11,866 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have a conservative 600 WATT PSU, since tests show it delivers excellent spike free power up to 750 Watts, but at nearly $200, it better damn well do more than its rated for. -S __________________

03-12-08, 05:17 PM	#6
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,344 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	A good post FIREWALL, I use an 850 watt.....couldn't agree with you more __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)