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01-27-2002, 10:46 PM
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Power ratings and PSU problems
I have a 300W PSU and I've had a lot of trouble in the past with my machine randomly rebooting itself. Epox swear that 300W is not enough juice for my system (see specs below)and have told me that I have to get a 'non-macron' PSU of 350W or more.
Does this sound like a cop out to you, or are they telling me the truth? Will more juice solve my rebooting problem do you think? |
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01-27-2002, 11:12 PM
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Hi Matt,
If the system specs you gave are all you're running, the 300W supply should easily be ample power. Just my opinion but it sounds like they're giving you the run-a-round or trying to sell another PSU. |
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01-27-2002, 11:45 PM
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I agree, I'm cranking a lot more devices than that on my P4 system all on 300w.
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01-27-2002, 11:47 PM
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Well, well, well.......I'll get back to Epox about this.
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01-28-2002, 12:01 AM
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Keep in mind though, that's not to say that it isn't a power supply problem. If you are getting inconsistent power from your supply, it can cause all kinds of problems.
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01-28-2002, 12:15 AM
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It depends on what brand PSU it is and how clean the output is. The wattage raiting can be misleading, it might be a flaky unit. I would do a swap at a local shop with a different brand (Antec, Enermax, Enlight, or Sparkle) to test it out.
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01-28-2002, 12:16 AM
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What's a good make of PSU and where can I get one? Please don't say newegg because I'm UK based.
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01-28-2002, 12:20 AM
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Matt: I listed the good brands above - Antec, Enermax, Enlight, and Sparkle. Can't tell you where to get 'em in the UK though.
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01-31-2002, 09:05 AM
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Just installed an Enermax with dual cooling fans and it's awesome. Stay away from "Deer" power supplies.
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01-31-2002, 09:08 AM
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Before you do anything else, move the power for the CPU Heatsink/Fan from the Motherboard header to the Power Supply leads using a 3 pin to Molex Adapter. I am will to be through experience that this solves your problem with the EPOX board.
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01-31-2002, 04:14 PM
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Hi Matt,
Try these sources for PSU's in the UK http://www.overclock.co.uk/ http://www.dabs.com/products/produc...fb=Manufacturer Enermax is very expensive in the UK but top-quality. HTH |
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