davidhammock200 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 A Powerstream 520W is better? Okay all the same if it's sli or ultra?Anandtech uses the OCZ PowerStream 520W for their SLI testing, however as the next generation of VC's are 150W each, this Enermax 600W SLI might be a still better choice. http://www.gameve.com/gve/Store/ProductDet...ku=PS-EN-600W-A The next up from here are the PCZ PS 600W, the PC P&C 510SLI & finally the PC P&C 850S SSI. GL :angel: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauron18 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 I downloaded the manual.pdf of the DFI NF4 and this is what it's says if it's not correct, then DFI has to correct the error. :confused: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
barts Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 I'm about to purchase a DFI Lanparty Ultra-D, and am picking out a case/PS combo. I'd like to get an Antec TX1050B, which has a Smart Power II 500W PS. I know the FAQ doesn't recommend the Antec Smart Power PSU's, but wouldn't this unit be adequate to drive just one 6600GT and 2x512Mb OCZ Value VX sticks (which I will probably OC)? I realize that the TruePower's are preferred to the Smart Power's, but are they that much better? Thanks for your input Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 I downloaded the manual.pdf of the DFI NF4 and this is what it's says if it's not correct, then DFI has to correct the error. :confused:I'm sure somewhere in there is says; "subject to change without notice". I'm about to purchase a DFI Lanparty Ultra-D, and am picking out a case/PS combo. I'd like to get an Antec TX1050B, which has a Smart Power II 500W PS. I know the FAQ doesn't recommend the Antec Smart Power PSU's, but wouldn't this unit be adequate to drive just one 6600GT and 2x512Mb OCZ Value VX sticks (which I will probably OC)? I realize that the TruePower's are preferred to the Smart Power's, but are they that much better? Thanks for your input Yes the SP II 500W will be fine, even for one 6800GT. :angel: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterzero Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 I've been reading up on the Silverstone Zeus here and on Extreme, so what exactly are the issues one would possibly see with the crossloading requirements this PSU has? CPU problem, memory, etc? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarat Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 Will this psu work with DFI SLI-DR? http://www.fsp-group.com/english/02_produc...ctorname=EPS12V It has EPS12V connector and 8-pin 12V second rail. As far as I know EPS12V will work directly with ATX12 V2.0. I read from another forum (http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=779582) that you can actually insert the 8-pin connector onto the normal 4 pin connector if there is enough clearance around it. On SLI-DR there is a chip to the right of the connector. Here is the link to showing the motherboard: http://www.pcper.com/image.php?aid=118&img=board_big.jpg Will I be able to insert the 8-pin 12V connector ? I guess the chip does not have a high height. Maybe partially insert, but enough for it to stay securely. Will that psu be enough for an sli with two 6800GT? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 I've been reading up on the Silverstone Zeus here and on Extreme, so what exactly are the issues one would possibly see with the crossloading requirements this PSU has? CPU problem, memory, etc?It is discussed here: http://forums.extremeoverclocking.com/show...ad.php?t=165219 The possible problem is a system that uses lots of +12V, say dual 6800GT's, but very little +5V as is the case with most modest systems. We know that this PSU will provide plenty of good power as long as the +5V is also well loaded. Will this psu work with DFI SLI-DR?http://www.fsp-group.com/english/02_produc...ctorname=EPS12V It has EPS12V connector and 8-pin 12V second rail. As far as I know EPS12V will work directly with ATX12 V2.0. I read from another forum (http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=779582) that you can actually insert the 8-pin connector onto the normal 4 pin connector if there is enough clearance around it. On SLI-DR there is a chip to the right of the connector. Here is the link to showing the motherboard: http://www.pcper.com/image.php?aid=118&img=board_big.jpg Will I be able to insert the 8-pin 12V connector ? I guess the chip does not have a high height. Maybe partially insert, but enough for it to stay securely. Will that psu be enough for an sli with two 6800GT? Unless you mobo is EPS, which AFAIK none of the DFI's are, you will have the EPS connector available to use use with the adaptor of your choice. More than enough for a pair of 6800U's. :angel: 5 Star Rating! Woot!!! :nod: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarat Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 As far as I know EPS12V 24 pin connector is fully compatible with ATX12V v2.0 24 pin connector. Please correct if I am wrong. I will only need a 8-to-4 pin adapter, but that is nowhere to be found. I searched ebay, but also nothing. What if I insert it as I described in my original post. Due to that chip it will not be fully inserted. But nevertheless I think it will stay inserted and securely, am I wrong? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 As far as I know EPS12V 24 pin connector is fully compatible with ATX12V v2.0 24 pin connector. Please correct if I am wrong. I will only need a 8-to-4 pin adapter, but that is nowhere to be found. I searched ebay, but also nothing. What if I insert it as I described in my original post. Due to that chip it will not be fully inserted. But nevertheless I think it will stay inserted and securely, am I wrong? Yes the 24-pin ATX molex is the same. :nod: Adaptors: http://www.molex.com/cgi-bin/bv/molex/index_login.jsp http://www.action-electronics.com/molex.htm :angel: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarat Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 Thanks a lot. DFI SLI-DR has an additional flopply style power connector on the motherboard. That power supply has only 1 floppy power connecotr. There are adapters which derive floppy connector from a molex connector, like this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...6772181163&rd=1 Will there be any issues if I use them? What components does the floppy style connector power? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterzero Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 It is discussed here: http://forums.extremeoverclocking.com/show...ad.php?t=165219 The possible problem is a system that uses lots of +12V, say dual 6800GT's, but very little +5V as is the case with most modest systems. We know that this PSU will provide plenty of good power as long as the +5V is also well loaded. What would be considered a loaded system in order to draw enough on the +5v? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 Two or more hard drives especially the WD Raptors due to their higher RPM spindles. Two or more optical drives. USB devices plugged into the motherboard headers or back panel ports. What would be considered a loaded system in order to draw enough on the +5v? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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