Well, I'm putting together a new 900 TBird system and I thought I was going to be ready as soon as the processor gets here, but then I realized that I had totally forgotten that I will need a new PS and case. At least I think I will. I currently have my Celeron system running in a POS generic case w/ a generic 230w PS. I don't currently run much voltage-sucking hardware, but I may soon. So here's a couple questions I'm sure you guys can help me out with:
1. Are there any dangers to running this processor on a non-AMD approved ps? (ie, other than an instable system, like ruining my processor)
2. Do AMD processors consume more power? I think they do but I'm not sure...
3. What case would you reccomend for me? I just need a mid-tower ATX, 3 5.25" bays, 2 or more 3.5" bays. I don't care if its ugly, my generic one does fine for me.
4. Will I be able to find any bargains getting one online? I found a nice enlight case w/ a 300w PS (amd approved) for under $70, but I would have paid > $40 shipping. Should I just get one at a local store?
Thanks for any input!
1. Are there any dangers to running this processor on a non-AMD approved ps? (ie, other than an instable system, like ruining my processor)
2. Do AMD processors consume more power? I think they do but I'm not sure...
3. What case would you reccomend for me? I just need a mid-tower ATX, 3 5.25" bays, 2 or more 3.5" bays. I don't care if its ugly, my generic one does fine for me.
4. Will I be able to find any bargains getting one online? I found a nice enlight case w/ a 300w PS (amd approved) for under $70, but I would have paid > $40 shipping. Should I just get one at a local store?
Thanks for any input!