Power Supply Able to handle this load?

[Aidenag]

Hey all.

Being that im not the most knowledgeable(read noob) when it comes to power supplies. I figured i would inquire the collective mind of the PSU forum for help.

I currently have an older(3-4yr old now) ThermalTake tough power 700 watt PSU. It's got four +12V rails, and says it can handle a 56A load.

This week i picked up a GTX 580 at too good a deal to pass up, and was wondering if this card might be pushing the limits of this PSU combined with everything else i have in the rig.

Current setup as follows:

i7 920(not overclocked yet, i know when i do it will require a new PSU with the 580)
EVGA E758-A1 3-Way SLI X58 Mobo
12GB Dominator ram
3 HD, two 7200 rpm, one 10k
Bluray burner
5 120mm fans
Current card(GTX 260)
and the usual assortment of USB attachments(tablet,mouse keyboard etc)


Anyway, any input would be greatly appreciated. I just want to make sure im not risking the dreaded *POP* if i put this card into the current rig. If it's cutting it close, i can just go get a newer PSU with more power and a single 12v Rail, but if i can hold off a while that would be pretty good on my wallet.

 

[Meghan54]

Your power supply should be good enough to power that 580, even when overclocking your 920. May be close, like 600W, of draw, but it should handle your anticipated load well.

 

[pugh]

Agreed. I used that power supply for almost 4 years, Rock solid too. I had multiple drives along with a RAID card and SLI for a long time without any issues. Tons of fans. Etc.

You should be fine till you decide to buy another.