Power supply for A64 3200+

[frankierx]

Im thinking of upgrading to A64 3200+. I am only running 2 hds. I already use the Enermax 350W ps with 12V rail of 26A. Do I need to upgrade ps?

 

[RussianSensation]

No.

You could buy the system and then download Motherboard Monitor 5.3.7.0 or higher version, and then simply check the rail fluctuations under load over the day and see if there are any problems. You can always get a new PSU if the one you wont wont handle the load.

 

[frankierx]

Originally posted by: RussianSensation
No.

You could buy the system and then download Motherboard Monitor 5.3.7.0 or higher version, and then simply check the rail fluctuations under load over the day and see if there are any problems. You can always get a new PSU if the one you wont wont handle the load.

actually what im asking is whether the A64 3200+ requires a ps of greater than 350W?

 

[bigal40]

wincester or newcastle?
the wincehster will need less.
here is a chart with soem power consumptions http://www.anandtech.com/cpuch...c.aspx?i=2275&p=13

 

[cyberknight]

No you should be fine. If you choose to run a 9800 PRO or more powerful Video Card, I would advise against overclocking though.

 

[frankierx]

Originally posted by: cyberknight
No you should be fine. If you choose to run a 9800 PRO or more powerful Video Card, I would advise against overclocking though.

currently running fx5900 128mb..may eventually upgrade to 6800gt, but who knows. actually the 6800gt says 350W ps is okay.

Originally posted by: bigal40
wincester or newcastle?
the wincehster will need less.
here is a chart with soem power consumptions http://www.anandtech.com/cpuch...c.aspx?i=2275&p=13

winchester

 

[RussianSensation]

Originally posted by: frankierx

Originally posted by: RussianSensation
No.

You could buy the system and then download Motherboard Monitor 5.3.7.0 or higher version, and then simply check the rail fluctuations under load over the day and see if there are any problems. You can always get a new PSU if the one you wont wont handle the load.

actually what im asking is whether the A64 3200+ requires a ps of greater than 350W?

Yeah, I was just saying since you already have a 350 watt power supply, just buy the processor and if you have problems, replace the power supply. But you should be fine.