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KaBudokan

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This is approved all the way up to AMD XP1900.

Here's a question, since I contributed to this thread... I guess I can ask it. I've never installed a power supply before. My computer is under the desk right now, and I'm too lazy to pull it out. Will this fit in an Enlight 7237 case? It's a standard ATX design, I assume.

I have been considering upgrading, but don't really need a different case, just a different power supply. I like the Enlight, but need more than the 250w. This would be sweet for $25 I think...
 
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cremefilled

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All ATX power supplies should fit into standard ATX cases. That is the "official" line, and that's the way it usually works out, unless we are talking about cheapo, substandard cases--which the Enlight is definitely not.

You might be surprised at what the Enlight 250W PSU can do. I have mine running a system with a T-Bird overclocked to 1.4 GHz, 2 7200 rpm hard drives, 2 case fans, a Geforce 3 that is overclocked, 2 soundcards, a CD-ROM and a CD-RW, and it does just fine. I personally think that the inflation of PSU ratings is a bit of hype, pushed by the "tweako" machismo of overclockers. If you are the sort running 6 case fans and a water cooled CPU, then you will naturally want a huge, expensive PSU as well. Nothing wrong with that--I'm just suggesting that you not upgrade until you know you need to.

If you are going to upgrade from a quality brand 250W PSU, I'd probably recommend moving up to 350 or 400W.
 
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KaBudokan

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Thanks Cremefilled... You have a similar setup to mine actually - Only real difference is that I have a cdrom, a dvd, and a cdr drive right now, and only one soundcard. (Though that is a prosumer card with a breakout box powered by the computer, also...)

I guess I have been reading all the recommended power supply lists and everything, and figuring it has to be on there. I'm thinking of going with an Athlon XP1600 or so. Trying to squeeze all I can out of my $$$.

Here's a question - if the power supply doesn't cut it, what am I going to damage? lol
 
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Howeird

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great price on a highpower p/s. highpower is the oem maker of power supplies for enlight desktop cases, afaik. so these are also found on standard enlight 7237-0X3 cases. these power supplies are definitely heavier (larger capacitors = cleaner consistant signal) than generics like Deer and L&C and such. for only $25 + shipping, u can't go wrong! =D
 
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cremefilled

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It's worth pointing out that there is no government agency (such as the FTC) that is actively checking up on power ratings of computer PSU's. I've seen some "300 watt" power supplies that looked and felt like they were made out of aluminum foil. You could literally bend them apart with your bare hands. And I've seen some ostensible 200 watt supplies (including some $5 cheapies from tigerdirect) that are well-built.

The issue with the power ratings is how much current they can put out, and for how long, as all power supplies will of course be providing the same voltages. And this relates to the size, weight, and general heat dissipation capabilities (such as the effectiveness of the venting fans) of the PSU. In other words, you should pretty much be able to buy by weight (although this wouldn't apply to capacitors).

Btw, a related point is that almost all computer PSU's can put out high power for short amounts of time. Probably every decent 200 watt PSU can put out 400 watts for a short period of time. To determine your power needs, you need to ask yourself how often and how long you are going to be requiring high current outputs.
 
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jimmystu

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Yeah, it is definitely a hot deal. this power supply is actually AMD recommended for the Athlon XP 1900+ as well. Very nice find!!!
 
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Sir Fredrick

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Any idea if this would work in a Dual setup?

I have a Dual PIII450 rig with 3 SCSI HDs and 3 SCSI CD/DVD drives that ran just fine on a 250W PSU (I had the chance to upgrade to 300W for free by trading my 250W, so I did...but it wasn't necessary)
I know that AMD systems are more picky though, and I'm thinking of going with a Dual Athlon MP setup...if this PSU will work with that and still be able to handle a few SCSI drives, that'd kick.
 
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cremefilled

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Sir Fredrick, I know that some people on this forum have had good luck with hooking up 2 power supplies for the same computer. If you will think about how ATX power supplies work, you need the "Power Good" signal that is keyed to the power-on switch on your case and also a ground wire to go to the second PSU to get it to power up. You might run the 300W PSU to your processors, and dedicate your 250W to the peripherals.

I've never done this, so I'm afraid I can't help you with logistics, but I'm pretty sure you'd need a full tower case to fit everything in.

550 watts should be enough, I'd think...
 
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Sir Fredrick

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I only currently have the 300W that's in my tower, my old 250W went to my dad's computer.

If I had to buy two PSUs to use this then it wouldn't be much of a hot deal. :)
 
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GPz1100

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Sure, I'll bite... could always use a spare HQ power supply in the parts bin.

$31 and change to ship to IL.

The 340 watt would be a nice deal too, but for a typical system, 300 is plenty.

Keep those 10K rpm hd's in an external enclosure!

-:)
 
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kenja

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Looks like a killer supply for the price. Sucks from the bottom, according to the manufacturer's drawing (and that's a good thing). Only four 4-pin connectors (but that's what wyes are for).

AMD list that includes XPs

Tough to know what revision you're getting. The manufacturer's specs aren't the same as what the vendor has listed. (I'm referring to the HPC-300-101.)

Edit: the mechanical drawing differs from the close-up photos for the intake vents on the 340W supply, so I don't know what the 300W is like (no closeups provided).
 
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deeznuts

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i wonder how this would be with overclocking. anyone with it see if it has the little pots inside to adjust 5v????????????????????

deez
 
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deeznuts

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screw it, i'll guess i'll find out for myself. i just ordered the 340 watt one. sells for $69 from them. i'll let you know how it is when i get it.


deez
 
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kenja

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The 340 Watter should be great for OCing, having 28A for the 3.3V. I was all set to order that one... decided not to press the confirm button at the last minute. This damn forum is sending me to the poor house! :eek:
 
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<< The 340 Watter should be great for OCing, having 28A for the 3.3V. I was all set to order that one... decided not to press the confirm button at the last minute. This damn forum is sending me to the poor house! :eek: >>



if you're still looking, i think you should get one. i just got my 340 watter today. thanks to this thread. $45 shipped to CA. but it looks like it came from Orange County, drop shipped or something from Linkworld, but no TAX! it is a High Power, came wrapped tightly and good. nice and heavy. running my system fine, i got a normal config with T-Bird oc'ed up to ~1500. it also has two pots inside, one small one right on top, and a bigger one down below. i bet one of them is for the 5V rail, but haven't had a chance to turn it yet. will do it later this week or so, when i have time to play with it.

thanks airspy.

deez
 
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I was looking to buy a power supply and this looks like a good deal. did anyone receive this yet? is it quiet?
 
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popeye44

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Quote: All ATX power supplies should fit into standard ATX cases. That is the "official" line, and that's the way it usually works out, unless we are talking about cheapo, substandard cases--which the Enlight is definitely not.

You might be surprised at what the Enlight 250W PSU can do. I have mine running a system with a T-Bird overclocked to 1.4 GHz, 2 7200 rpm hard drives, 2 case fans, a Geforce 3 that is overclocked, 2 soundcards, a CD-ROM and a CD-RW, and it does just fine. I personally think that the inflation of PSU ratings is a bit of hype, pushed by the "tweako" machismo of overclockers. If you are the sort running 6 case fans and a water cooled CPU, then you will naturally want a huge, expensive PSU as well. Nothing wrong with that--I'm just suggesting that you not upgrade until you know you need to.

If you are going to upgrade from a quality brand 250W PSU, I'd probably recommend moving up to 350 or 400W.

hehe.. i have even more than that running in my 7237 250watt. :)
fortunatly i am still running a duron. but it's ran that 600 @900 everyday for 6 months. with 2 40's in raid 0 a 30 gig a 46 gig and a burner and a 72x kenwood cdrom hahaha.. i know.. thats alot.. o.. plus a 64 meg gts2 pro running at 465mhz mem a huge heatsink on that and an alpha cooler with a 2 case fans :D "and the ps fan" I've never that i know of rebooted because of a power problem. in fact it's never randomly rebooted.. usually a crash relating to my dinkin around with things i probably shouldn't. I've had this case 2.5 years.. it's AWESOME. GO enlight!! :) "however i have recently purchase a 1030 clone and it's getting a new 300 or 340 watt ps."
 
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