Newbe question about PSU's

[fibes]

Hello,

I just built an OC'ed AMD 32bit system(see signature for system specs). I have a Super-Flower 350W PSU. The manufacturer states on the label of the PSU 22A on the 12V rail.

Now, when I check the voltage on SiSoftware Sandra 2005, it shows the value @ 10.92V. It seems everytime I increase the FSB to OC, the voltage value drops slightly. For example, when I was at 2.2GHz my voltage value stated approx. 11.45V, now OC'ed to over 2.3GHz with a value of 10.92V.

Is this something I should be concerned about?

Thanks in advanced. :beer:

btw, I have run Prime95(blend torture test) for about 20 hours @ 2.3GHz and there are no errors as of yet.

 

[Chaotic42]

I'd check it with a multimeter just to be sure.

 

[Rike]

Originally posted by: Chaotic42
I'd check it with a multimeter just to be sure.

A good idea, but the fact that your 20+ hours Prime95 stable tells me that you don't have a major issue.

 

[Metalloid]

Of course your voltages will fluctuate when you are adjusting your FSB, becuase you are drawing more current from the PSU. As long as your system is stable, you shouldn't be concerned.

It isn't like there is a problem with your PSU, you are just pushing your system a bit harder.

 

[fibes]

Thanks much for everyone's input. :beer: