psu help

perkins4913 · Jul 8, 2008, 06:12 PM

Hi
I just purchased a couple new things to upgrade my computer, but my power supply wasn't one of them. If anyone can tell me if I am going to need a new power supply as well, I'd appreciate it.
current power supply - Newegg.com - Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC 430W ATX Power Supply 115/ 230 V - Power Supplies

purchased items:
motherboard - Newegg.com - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe AM2+/AM2 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard - AMD Motherboards
cpu - Newegg.com - AMD Phenom 9850 BLACK EDITION 2.5GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 2MB L3 Cache Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Processor - Processors
video card - Newegg.com - SAPPHIRE 100243L Radeon HD 4870 512MB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Desktop Graphics / Video Cards
memory - Newegg.com - CORSAIR DOMINATOR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory

OldBuzzard · Jul 8, 2008, 07:15 PM

I think I'd pass on that PSU

It only has 18 amps on the 12v, and that's not the only thing.

The first review I found on it after a google search wasn't encouraging either.

"... Our conclusion is pretty simple: don’t buy this power supply. ..."

Full review here: Thermaltake Purepower 430W NP Power Supply Review | Hardware Secrets

You would be better off with something like this with 33amps on the 12v.

Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-450VX 450W ATX12V V2.2 Power Supply 90 - 264 V UL, CUL, CE, CB, FCC Class B, TUV, CCC, C-tick - Power Supplies

Reviewed by our very own Grace here: http://www.hardwareheaven.com/reviews/Corsair%20VX450W/

And JohnnyGURU here: JonnyGURU.com - Power Supply Reviews and more! - Reviews - Corsair VX450W power supply review

If you think that 450W isn't soing to be enough, it's 550W big brother would also do the job: Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX 550W ATX12V V2.2 Power Supply 90 - 264 V UL, CUL, CE, CB, FCC Class B, TUV, CCC, C-tick - Power Supplies

And it's review at JohnnyGURU: JonnyGURU.com - Power Supply Reviews and more! - Reviews - Corsair VX550W Power Supply Review

Either of those would 'work', but I'm thinking you will be pushing them pretty hard.

I'd be looking at the either the Corsair 620HX (which I am using), of the 750TX, just to make sure I have enough PSU to do the job.

You have some pretty decent components there...don't ruin them by being cheap on the PSU, it will hurt you in the end if you do.

Matth · Jul 10, 2008, 10:51 PM

And if the price of the Corsair is too hot, how about this stonker of a rebate deal:
Newegg.com - Antec earthwatts EA430 430W ATX12V v2.0 Power Supply 100 - 240 V UL, CUL, FCC, TUV, CE, CB, C-tick, CCC - Power Supplies
Antec quality (Made by Seasonic), 80-plus efficiency, and dual 12V (total 30A).

A few other decent rebate deals on some "name" power supplies.

More power?
Check this one:
Newegg.com - BFG Tech BFGR650PSU 650W ATX 12v 2.0 / EPS 12V Power Supply 115/ 230 V UL, CE, FCC CLASS B - Power Supplies
650W BFG-Tech at $54.99 after rebate

You'd be paying $149.99 for it at Best buy
BFG - 650-Watt ATX CPU Power Supply - BFGR650PSU

Reviewed- http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php...=Story&reid=11 - not too great though, while it didn't give up under test, it showed some pretty ropey results. The OEM also retails an equivalent model under the e-power brand, cheaper but with lower warranty.

Jul 8, 2008, 06:12 PM	#1
perkins4913 DriverHeaven Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 8 Rep Power: 0	psu help Hi I just purchased a couple new things to upgrade my computer, but my power supply wasn't one of them. If anyone can tell me if I am going to need a new power supply as well, I'd appreciate it. current power supply - Newegg.com - Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC 430W ATX Power Supply 115/ 230 V - Power Supplies purchased items: motherboard - Newegg.com - ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe AM2+/AM2 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard - AMD Motherboards cpu - Newegg.com - AMD Phenom 9850 BLACK EDITION 2.5GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 2MB L3 Cache Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Processor - Processors video card - Newegg.com - SAPPHIRE 100243L Radeon HD 4870 512MB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Desktop Graphics / Video Cards memory - Newegg.com - CORSAIR DOMINATOR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory

Jul 8, 2008, 07:15 PM	#2
OldBuzzard DH's oldest Geek Join Date: May 2003 Location: Oberlin, OH Posts: 2,783 Rep Power: 145 System Specs	I think I'd pass on that PSU It only has 18 amps on the 12v, and that's not the only thing. The first review I found on it after a google search wasn't encouraging either. "... Our conclusion is pretty simple: don’t buy this power supply. ..." Full review here: Thermaltake Purepower 430W NP Power Supply Review \| Hardware Secrets You would be better off with something like this with 33amps on the 12v. Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-450VX 450W ATX12V V2.2 Power Supply 90 - 264 V UL, CUL, CE, CB, FCC Class B, TUV, CCC, C-tick - Power Supplies Reviewed by our very own Grace here: http://www.hardwareheaven.com/reviews/Corsair%20VX450W/ And JohnnyGURU here: JonnyGURU.com - Power Supply Reviews and more! - Reviews - Corsair VX450W power supply review If you think that 450W isn't soing to be enough, it's 550W big brother would also do the job: Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX 550W ATX12V V2.2 Power Supply 90 - 264 V UL, CUL, CE, CB, FCC Class B, TUV, CCC, C-tick - Power Supplies And it's review at JohnnyGURU: JonnyGURU.com - Power Supply Reviews and more! - Reviews - Corsair VX550W Power Supply Review Either of those would 'work', but I'm thinking you will be pushing them pretty hard. I'd be looking at the either the Corsair 620HX (which I am using), of the 750TX, just to make sure I have enough PSU to do the job. You have some pretty decent components there...don't ruin them by being cheap on the PSU, it will hurt you in the end if you do. __________________ When looking for a reason as to why things go wrong, never rule out sheer STUPIDITY Last edited by OldBuzzard; Jul 8, 2008 at 07:25 PM.

Jul 10, 2008, 10:51 PM	#3
Matth Flash Banner Hater Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: UK Posts: 3,426 Rep Power: 93 System Specs	And if the price of the Corsair is too hot, how about this stonker of a rebate deal: Newegg.com - Antec earthwatts EA430 430W ATX12V v2.0 Power Supply 100 - 240 V UL, CUL, FCC, TUV, CE, CB, C-tick, CCC - Power Supplies Antec quality (Made by Seasonic), 80-plus efficiency, and dual 12V (total 30A). A few other decent rebate deals on some "name" power supplies. More power? Check this one: Newegg.com - BFG Tech BFGR650PSU 650W ATX 12v 2.0 / EPS 12V Power Supply 115/ 230 V UL, CE, FCC CLASS B - Power Supplies 650W BFG-Tech at $54.99 after rebate You'd be paying $149.99 for it at Best buy BFG - 650-Watt ATX CPU Power Supply - BFGR650PSU Reviewed- http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php...=Story&reid=11 - not too great though, while it didn't give up under test, it showed some pretty ropey results. The OEM also retails an equivalent model under the e-power brand, cheaper but with lower warranty. __________________ Mary had a little lamb, Her father shot it dead Now Mary takes her lamb to school, Between two crusts of bread Last edited by Matth; Jul 10, 2008 at 11:57 PM.