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Power Supply Question

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I have a Sempron 3000+, 1GB RAM, 4 case fans, a 9800 PRO, and 2 80 GB harddrives. I have been using this PSU http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817152019 since it came with my case, however since i have been visiting these forums, I think i should invest in a better one. I was looking at FSP and Sparkle, and was thinking about this one http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817104901. Its pretty cheap, buts only 350 watts. Is that enough for me, or should i bump it up to 400?. I dont overclock or anything. I was looking at OCZ modstreams as well, but they seem a little pricey, are they better than FSP stuff or just more expensive?

 
Fortron makes decent PSUs but you CANNOT spend less than $30 and expect a quality PSU. You get what you pay for.

I like Antec PSUs but lately I've been buying the Enermax NoiseTaker 425:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817103459

I used these in my own workstation and LAN party rig, and I use them as replacements in client's computers.

Get at least a 400watt unit and make sure it has dual 12v rails.

That's my opinion... which along with $1 might buy you a cup of coffee.
 
If your system is stable you do not need to upgrade. Wait until you upgrade your system and then think about getting a better PSU. Make sure you do not get something less than 400W. Personally I will recommend a 500W. Antec, Sparkle and Enermax are good brand names for PSU's.
 
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