davidhammock200 Posted June 1, 2005 Posted June 1, 2005 From post #1 which is the PSU Guide: These are the "BEST BANG fot the BUCK" PS's: Antec SmartPower 2.0 SP-500 500W Modular: $67.14 & shipping +3.3V@32A, +5V@35A, +12V1@17A, +12V2@19A, [email protected], +5VSB@2A http://www.costcentral.com/proddetail/Ante...0/SP500/F09966/ Fortron 500W Blue Storm AX500-A ATX12V: $72 & Free Shipping +3.3V@30A, +5V@28A, +12V1@15A, +12V2@15A, [email protected], [email protected] http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?p=PS-FS500A&c=pw $79.00 & shipping Fortron 550W EPS12V PSU, Supports Dual Xeon CPU, Model "FSP550-60PLN" -OEM Model# FSP550-60PLN +12V1@18A, +12V2@18A (total +12V@36A) Directron has the wrong specs posted, make sure you order/get EXACTLY this model! True Specs: http://www.fsp-group.com.tw/english/02_pro...ctorname=EPS12V http://www.directron.com/fsp55060pln.html Enermax 535W Whisper II EG565P-VE FMA V2.0 - SLI Ready:$87: http://www.gameve.com/gve/Store/ProductDet...=PS-ENERMAX-535 Antec TRUEPOWERII TPII-480 BLUE ATX12V 480W: $99: http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp...N82E16817103930 Antec TruePower 2.0 TPII-550 550W: $116: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817103933 ENERMAX Noisetaker 600W EG701AX-VE SFMA 2.0 SLI: $151: nVidia SLi certified http://www.gameve.com/gve/Store/ProductDet...ku=PS-EN-600W-A Search for lower prices as you may very well find some on the Fortron Storm 500W, the Antecs & the Enermax's. Enermax also has 485W PSU's that might be cheaper. Good Luck :angel: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfimonkey Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 The first post states "Minimum of +12V@24A for Single Video Card Systems" I plan on buying a DFI Lanparty NF4 Ultra mobo, with a AMD64 3000+ and EVGA 6600GT card. I currently have a Antec Truepower 430W psu (20pin) that I bought less than a year ago. Im on a tight budget, and dont really want to buy another PSU. The specs on my psu are +5V@36A, +3.3V@28A, +12V@26A, [email protected], -12V@1A, +5VSB@2A So the 12V rail is 2A higher then the minimum. So would my current PSU be ok? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 http://www.dfi-street.com/forum/showpost.p...75&postcount=13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfimonkey Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 http://www.dfi-street.com/forum/showpost.p...75&postcount=13 I really would like to know WHY its required. No one really says why, just "it does". Anyway, anyone have experience with a Antec Neopower? I found one for a decent price. http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=...101&hdwt=0&sp=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 Because DFI said so. Period. But really, the increased power demands of the motherboard and peripherals along with the seriously over-rated power claims of the vast majority of power supplies. The nF4 chipset and the specific demands of the design require more than the average PSU can provide. By specifying a 480W 24pin PSU they are helping you avoid problems. These requirements come from the guys that designed the board. Ignore their advice at your own peril. I really would like to know WHY its required. No one really says why, just "it does". Anyway, anyone have experience with a Antec Neopower? I found one for a decent price. http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=...101&hdwt=0&sp=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 The first post states "Minimum of +12V@24A for Single Video Card Systems" I plan on buying a DFI Lanparty NF4 Ultra mobo, with a AMD64 3000+ and EVGA 6600GT card. I currently have a Antec Truepower 430W psu (20pin) that I bought less than a year ago. Im on a tight budget, and dont really want to buy another PSU. The specs on my psu are +5V@36A, +3.3V@28A, +12V@26A, [email protected], -12V@1A, +5VSB@2A So the 12V rail is 2A higher then the minimum. So would my current PSU be ok? Your PSU has the power, as you are only running a 6600GT, but does not meet the DFI requirements. Native 24-pin ATX & a min of 480W. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franky Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 I think this PSU should be added. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817101516 Amperage Specs -> +3.3V@28A, +5V@48A, +12V@30A, [email protected], -12V@1A, [email protected] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 I think this PSU should be added.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817101516 Amperage Specs -> +3.3V@28A, +5V@48A, +12V@30A, [email protected], -12V@1A, [email protected] Tagan's are recommended. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 I think this PSU should be added.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817101516 Amperage Specs -> +3.3V@28A, +5V@48A, +12V@30A, [email protected], -12V@1A, [email protected] Tagan's are recommended, but I sure wish they would update their website. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 I think this PSU should be added.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817101516 Amperage Specs -> +3.3V@28A, +5V@48A, +12V@30A, [email protected], -12V@1A, [email protected] Tagan's are recommended, but I sure wish they would update their website. Fortron Blue Storm 500W Review: The Fortron Source Blue Storm ax500A is such a fine power supply that we were able to witness a huge improvement in overall system performance, overclockability, and stability. Our A64 test bed proved to be a bit finicky about wanting to be overclocked until we took out the tired old TT 480W, and put the AX500A in its place. As if a miracle took place we no longer had any of the problems such as BSOD's, and an unstable overclock. I had no idea that a power supply, much less a 20W improvement would have that kind of impact. What it all comes down to is quality, and the AX500-A reeks of it. Its almost like owning a weapon with its weight and quality. The funny thing is that it doesn't look any better than the TT 480W on paper, but it really did cure all our overclocking woes! Simply Amazing!http://www.cluboc.net/reviews/power/fortro...ce/ax500/p2.htm :angel: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Halvis Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 "Fortron 500W Blue Storm AX500-A ATX12V: $72 & Free Shipping +3.3V@30A, +5V@28A, +12V1@15A, +12V2@15A, [email protected], [email protected] http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?p=PS-FS500A&c=pw" Pricewatch also listed ewiz as lowest price. ($97.99??? @ Newegg?) THANKS " davidhammock200 Old Fart OverClocker" Just ordered me one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhammock200 Posted June 2, 2005 Posted June 2, 2005 "Fortron 500W Blue Storm AX500-A ATX12V: $72 & Free Shipping+3.3V@30A, +5V@28A, +12V1@15A, +12V2@15A, [email protected], [email protected] http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?p=PS-FS500A&c=pw" Pricewatch also listed ewiz as lowest price. ($97.99??? @ Newegg?) THANKS " davidhammock200 Old Fart OverClocker" Just ordered me one. You are welcome. What are your system specs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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