Will this psu run my system with a 8800gt?

[Marktoloba]

http://www.provantage.com/antec-tp3-550~7ANTS02K.htm

heres the minimum for a 8800gt

my system

intel core duo e6600
hd 120gb at 10rpm
media card reader
2 dvd drives
2GB's of ram

its a dell so i hope the upgrade wont have any problems in that aspect... i know dells can be a bitch to upgrade sometimes

 

[Marktoloba]

ps.

it is the 512mb version of 8800gt

 

[John]

Yes, the Trio 550 offers more than enough power for your system, but depending on your Dell chassis you may have to do some modifications to get the psu to fit properly. You may also want to consider the Corsair VX550.

 

[Marktoloba]

what kind of modifications... and if u were to compare the 2. which would be better or last longer? i have a dimension 9200.

i want the better one bc they are pretty similar value, but id have to buy the one tonight bc the rebate ends today.

 

[John]

The mods will be minor for that chassis. All you have to do is bend the tabs in the green area. You will also have a slight gap on the bottom. Overall both psu's are quality 80+ units, but the Corsair has better build quality and will run quieter.

 

[Marktoloba]

well then i guess ill be going with the corsair. thank you for all of your help.

 

[learjet]

I just bought today the thermaltek 500w psu. I installed it on my xps 410 dell computer. There is a little gap since the size doesnt match perfectly, but the screws fit perfect. Would this gap cause any problems or is it ok? Also, I will be installing the BFG 8800gt oc 512mb gfx card in a few days when it gets back. Will it support it?

Thanks
LR-jet