PSU/FX5500 question

[gigabyte06]

My neighbor bought an Evga Fx5500 256mb video card to replace his onboard video. He did it so his son could play some games,but nothing that really requires a high powered one. Here are the specs for the ps that came with the computer..
Model: HP-D2537F3R
HP P/N: 5187-1098
80mm internal fan
Built-in power status LED above AC inlet
250watts maximum output
AC Input47-63Hz): 100-127V/6A, 200-240V/4A
DC Input: +5v/25A, +12v/14A, +3.3v/18A, -12v/0.8A, +5vsb/2A
Certified by UL, CE, TUV, & FCC
Dimensions: 5.9 W x 3.9 H x 5.5 D - Inches
This power unit has (1) ATX 20pin connector, (1) ATX12V Connector, (4) peripheral power connectors, (2) floppy drive connector,The Fx5500 call for 250w and +12v 18a. Is another psu recommended?and any recommendations? you can see what connections the factory psu has.Thanks

 

[daveybrat]

i seriously doubt an FX5500 requires 18A. I don't think he'll have any issues with that low end card on his current power supply. I'd try it first before buying a new power supply, and if it doesn't work, then upgrade.

 

[gigabyte06]

Originally posted by: daveybrat
i seriously doubt an FX5500 requires 18A. I don't think he'll have any issues with that low end card on his current power supply. I'd try it first before buying a new power supply, and if it doesn't work, then upgrade.

Makes sense. What kind of problems should he be looking out for? Any recommendations on a new ps,if needed. He mailnly shops at newegg,if that helps.Thanks

 

[996GT2]

This 350W Fortron has dual +12V rails at 18 and 16A, so it will cover the card and upgrades in the future
At $30, it's a good deal
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817104901

 

[gigabyte06]

Originally posted by: 996GT2
This 350W Fortron has dual +12V rails at 18 and 16A, so it will cover the card and upgrades in the future
At $30, it's a good deal
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817104901

Thanks for the info. That looks like it should be fine. This ps will have all the connections that are required? He has the 120gb hd,two dvd burners,and a 9-in-1 card reader.
I have this psu that I bought awhile back and never used it. I would sell it to him if it would work?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817153023

 

[gigabyte06]

The local electronics store has this on sale for 40.00 after rebates,would this work also?He could just run down and pick one up?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817103937

 

[996GT2]

Not worth it. Newegg has cheap shipping, and Fortron PSUs almost never come broken. I didn't realize your budget was up there, in that case you COULD get these:

Fortron AX400 400W PSU ($40)
or Fortron AX450 450W PSU ($50)

Both will be a lot better than the Thermaltake (actually even the 350W is better). Look at the TT PSU. Only a single +12 V rail at 18A. The Fortrons have almost 2x the amperage spread over 2 rails for stability. So simply, the TT PSU would work but the Fortrons are much better than pretty much anything else in this price range.

If I were you I would just tell your friend to get the 350W Fortron; it will be more than enough for his system.

 

[gigabyte06]

Originally posted by: 996GT2
Not worth it. Newegg has cheap shipping, and Fortron PSUs almost never come broken. I didn't realize your budget was up there, in that case you COULD get these:

Fortron AX400 400W PSU ($40)
or Fortron AX450 450W PSU ($50)

Both will be a lot better than the Thermaltake (actually even the 350W is better). Look at the TT PSU. Only a single +12 V rail at 18A. The Fortrons have almost 2x the amperage spread over 2 rails for stability. So simply, the TT PSU would work but the Fortrons are much better than pretty much anything else in this price range.

If I were you I would just tell your friend to get the 350W Fortron; it will be more than enough for his system.

I'll tell him,thanks for the input.

 

[996GT2]

np