What power source do I need?

[Sly]

I'm rebuilding a computer and bought the motherboard and processor listed below. What do I need for a power source? The one I have right now says 350 maximum, 300 recommended. Should I get a new power source or is this one good enough?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131783
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115076

[Darkhorse]

300 Watt is really nothing, so I would say get at least a 500 watt (80 Plus dual rails if possible) PSU. You have a decent mobo and cpu there don't use a cheap power supply and have it blow up on you under load.

Oh, and don't get a cheap one that I've seen many people do. Go with a Corsair or Thermaltake brand, They will last years and are not that expensive.

[MrBottomTooth]

What are you going to run for a video card? A lot of times video cards will have a minimum requirement for the power supply.

If you are just using the integrated video then you won't need a huge power supply, but for what they cost I would pick up a bigger one just in case you upgrade your video later on.

[Sly]

What about this?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139027

I need a case as well, I'm thinking this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811147060

My rebuild has almost turned into a full build, LOL.

[Darkhorse]

Originally Posted by Sly

What about this?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139027

That PSU would be fine. Just make sure you get a PSU (this has it) with 1 x 4+4 Pin EPS 12V or you won't be booting the system at all. This plugs into the 8 pin (blue) right next to the cpu)

I need a case as well, I'm thinking this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811147060[/quote]

Case looks ok, Just be aware that some of the bottom mounted power supplies can be a little touchy, Not all Power supplies have really long cords to reach to plug into the mobo and the 12V connections next to the cpu slot.

That psu you listed there has long cables, But just keep that in mind.

What graphics card are you getting? Or have?

My rebuild has almost turned into a full build, LOL.

It's always the way lol.

[Sly]

My plan is to use the video card from the prior computer:

• 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 9300 [DVI, HDMI, VGA adapter]

I won't be playing games or anything heavy, graphics wise, on this computer.

[chaze]

I would, here is my favorite. Will handle almost anything: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817371033 $45

[Barry-xlovecam]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817182131 this one is set up for crossfire video cards. (If you upgrade in the future.)

I have had good luck with the Rosewill PSU from newegg. I have 2 in use now for a few years. I usually buy 2 PSUs one for backup on the shelf. I have replaced a few PSUs over time -- downtime is a bitch and you get raped at Best Buy or the computer shoppe for parts sometimes ...

If I build a new box this year I'll probably go 6 or 8 core AMD and a 700+W PSU.

Watch for specials at newegg -- I picked up an Antec mid tower case for $50.00 a few years ago -- Antec builds a great case I was really impressed! I would buy another in a heartbeat ...

[Darkhorse]

Originally Posted by Sly

My plan is to use the video card from the prior computer:

? 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 9300 [DVI, HDMI, VGA adapter]

I won't be playing games or anything heavy, graphics wise, on this computer.

Np, That PSU will be fine with that low end card np at all.

[Sly]

Originally Posted by Barry-xlovecam

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817182131 this one is set up for crossfire video cards. (If you upgrade in the future.)

I have had good luck with the Rosewill PSU from newegg. I have 2 in use now for a few years. I usually buy 2 PSUs one for backup on the shelf. I have replaced a few PSUs over time -- downtime is a bitch and you get raped at Best Buy or the computer shoppe for parts sometimes ...

If I build a new box this year I'll probably go 6 or 8 core AMD and a 700+W PSU.

Watch for specials at newegg -- I picked up an Antec mid tower case for $50.00 a few years ago -- Antec builds a great case I was really impressed! I would buy another in a heartbeat ...

Will this power source work with the case I listed above? How do I tell?

[Rothstein]

Originally Posted by Sly

Will this power source work with the case I listed above? How do I tell?

It will fit fine.

[Barry-xlovecam]

Bottom-mounted PSU Design with Filter The bottom-mounted PSU design enables independent and optimized PSU cooling. Dust filters for the front intake fan and PSU help prevent dust buildup in the chassis.

Yep, bottom mount PSU is nice to hook-up or replace -- I have 2 of them both Rosewill -- there will be extra power source plugs for fans, crossfire, SLI -- works out nice. Has enough SATA plugs for all your devices -- 8!

[Brent 3dSexCash]

This should work:

[bronco67]

Someone who knows a lot about computers once told me "never go cheap on your power supply." I've done well by that advice 10 years later.

Don't get into the barely-enough mindset. I would go for no less than 750w. I use 1000w at least, but I have 4 hard drives and gtx580 vid card.

[Darkhorse]

Originally Posted by Sly

Will this power source work with the case I listed above? How do I tell?

As I mentioned it will. But if you decide to go with a different PSU just be sure it has all the connections you need for that Motherboard. And you can tell what connections you need by going to the motherboard site (or there haven't looked) and looking at the "specifications" It will list there the connections you need.