Powersupply and ATI

[Warder45]

I was thinking about getting a new graphics card, a 9600xt, but I'm not sure if I have a large enough PS. The one I have at the moment is a 235W PS. I thought ATI had some sort of power supply list for their cards, but I can't find it on their site or by searching the net. Thanks for any help.

 

[Ionizer86]

What brand?

 

[Confused]

Originally posted by: Ionizer86
What brand?

Yep, exactly.

A good quality 235W power supply is almost always better than a low quality 300/350/400W power supply!!


Confused

 

[Warder45]

I'm not sure. This is for my mom's computer, she is useing our old p2 350 case from tiger direct. The PS has lasted for over 6 years now at least, and not had any problems. On the order sheet I dug up, it just says tiger atx case with 235 PS, I've looked at the PS itself and it has no markings or labels. If a 9600xt needs a 350W ps or higher I'll just pass on it then, but if it's under I guess I'll try it out.

 

[dnuggett]

I wouldn't count on that PSU... it appears to be a no namer. Grab a qulaity 350W and you'll be fine.

 

[Warder45]

I'm looking to spend as little money as possible, I just need to know if it would work with that PS. I thought there were min specs for each Gfx card as too the PS but I can't seem to find them I thought maybe someoe else knew or had them.

 

[Alptraum]

Try looking at the manuel for the card on ATI's site. I know in the manuel for my 9800pro AIW it says minimum of 300watts.