InfamousCrasher

hell o ive been trying to build a pc and my final specs will be listed below would the psu be good enough, if it is would my video card be able to run sli on that psu? These parts are from tiger direct the product numbers are posted on the lefthand side of the product.

EVGA GeForce 8800 GT Video Card - 512MB DDR3, PCI Express 2.0, SLI Ready, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, Video Card

Specifications
GPU/VPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT

RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz

Additional Features: HDCP Enabled
HDTV Ready
OpenGL 2.0
DirectX 10
PCI Express 2.0
Vista Certified

Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)

Video Memory: 512MB

Memory Type: DDR3

Core Clock: 600 MHz

Memory Interface: 256-bit

Memory Clock: 1800 MHz

Stream Processors: 112

Memory Bandwidth: 57.6GB/sec.

Interface Type: PCI Express 2.0

Interface Speed: 16x

Connector(s): Dual DVI (Dual Link)
HDTV/S-Video

Multiple Monitors Support: Yes

Power Up / 550-Watt / ATX / 120mm Fan / SATA-Ready / Power Supply

Specifications
Form Factor: ATX

Wattage: 550-Watt

Fan: 120 mm

+3.3V: 18 A

+5V: 28 A

+12V 1: 32 A

-12V: 0.8 A

-5V: 0.6 A

+5VSB: 2 A

20+4-Pin Connector: 1

4-Pin P4: 1

6-Pin PCI-Express Connector: 1

4-Pin Floppy Connector: 1

4-Pin Peripheral Connector: 8

SATA Power Connector: 2

Detailed Features

Specifications
AC INPUT

115V/230V - 60/50Hz
DC OUTPUT

+3.3V

+5V

+12V

+12V

-12V

-5V

+5VSB
550W

Max
Combined
Watts

18A

28A

32A

-

0.8A

0.6A

2A
550W

Connectors





20+4 pin

P4 MB

SATA

Peripheral

FDD

PCI-E
x 1

x 1

x 2

x 8

x 1

x 1

XFX nForce 680i LT SLI Motherboard, NVIDIA, Socket 775, ATX, Audio, PCI Express, SLI Ready, Gigabit LAN, S/PDIF, USB 2.0 & Firewire, Serial ATA, RAID

Specifications
Form Factor: ATX

Processor Interface: Socket 775

Processors Supported: Intel Pentium 4 LGA775
Intel Pentium D
Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Core 2 Extreme, Intel Core 2 Quad

Additional Technologies: 64-bit
HyperThreading Technology
Vista Ready, Intel Quad Core Ready, SLI Ready

Front Side Bus: 1333MHz

Northbridge: NVIDIA nForce 680i LT SLI MCP

Number of Slots: 4

Number of Pins: 240-Pin

Maximum Memory Supported: 4GB - 32bit
8GB - 64bit

Memory Supported: 800MHz DDR2

Channels: 8 Channels

Audio Chipset: AC '97 CODEC

Supported Devices: 2

Hard Drive Types: ATA/100

USB Version: 2.0

USB Data Transfer Rates: 480Mbps

LAN Type: 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit

Port Type: RJ-45

PCI Slots: 2

PCI Express X1 Slots: 2

PCI Express X16 Slots: 2

PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: 1

PS/2 Mouse Connectors: 1

USB Ports: 8

FireWire Ports: 1 - 1394a

LAN Ports: 1

Audio Out Jacks: 1

Line In Jacks: 1

Microphone Jacks: 1

Center Audio Jacks: 1

Subwoofer Audio Out Jacks: 1

CD-In Headers: 1

IDE Headers: 1

FDD Headers: 1

Serial ATA Headers: 6

ATX Power Connectors: 1 24-Pin Connector

PC Power Connectors: 1 - 8 Pin

Fan Connectors: 1 x Power
1 x CPU
1 x Chassis

S/PDIF Connectors: 1 - Optical

Length: 13.50 in. (34.29 cm)

Width: 13.00 in. (33.02 cm)


OCZ SLI-Ready Edition Dual Channel 2048MB PC6400 DDR2 800MHz Memory (2 x 1024MB)

Specifications
Memory Size: 2 x 1024MB

Memory Speed: 800MHz PC6400

Memory CAS Latency: 4-4-4-15-1T

Memory Type: Dual Channel DDR2

Pins: 240

Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 250GB Hard Drive - 7200, 16MB, Serial ATA-300, OEM

Specifications
Capacity (GB): 250

Interface: Serial ATA-300

Spindle Speed (RPM): 7200

Buffer Memory: 16MB

Average Seek (msec): 12.6

Average Latency (msec): 4.16

Maximum External Transfer Rate (Mbits/sec): 300

Logical Cylinders/Heads/Sectors per Track: 16,383/16/63

Bytes Per Sector: 512

Nonrecoverable Read Errors per Bits Read: 1 in 10E14

Temperature, Operating (°C): 0 to 60

Temperature, Nonoperating (°C): -40 to 70

Shock, Operating: 2 msec (Gs): 68

Shock, Nonoperating: 2 msec (Gs): 300

Acoustics Idle (bels—sound power): 2.7

Acoustics Seek (bels—sound power): 3.0

Type: OEM

Dimensions: 1.028 in. Max. (H) x 5.787 in. Max. (L) x 4.00 in (W)

Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 Processor HH80557PG0562M - 2.40GHz, 2MB Cache, 800MHz FSB, Allendale, Dual Core, OEM, Socket 775, Processor

Specifications
Processor Speed: E4600 / 2.40GHz

Processor Interface: Socket 775

Processor Class: Core 2 Duo

Processor Core: Allendale

Cache Size: 2MB L2

Bus Speed: 800MHz

Additional Technologies: Intel® EM64T
Enhanced Intel Speedstep
Dual-Core
Enhanced Halt State
Execute Disable Bit
SSE
SSE2
SSE3
Intel® Thermal Monitor 2

Architecture: 65 nm

Wattage: 65W

Core Stepping: M0

Fan: Not Included

Thermaltake / RSI / Socket 775 / Aluminum / CPU Cooling Fan

Specifications
Fan Type: CPU Cooler

Socket Type: 775

Maximum Processors Supported: Intel Pentium 4, Intel Celeron D, Intel Pentium D, Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium 4 HT

Fan Speed: 2500 RPM ±10%

Noise Level: 26 dBA

Heatsink Material: Aluminum Fins
Aluminum Core

Bearing Type: Sleeve

Voltage: 12 V

Connector(s): 3-Pin

Fan Dimensions: 90 x 90 x 25 mm

Life Hours: 30,000 Hours

Masscool 120mm Sleeve Bearing Case Fan (2 of them)

Specifications
Fan Type: Case Fan

Fan Speed: 1500 RPM

Noise Level: 26 dBA

Air Flow: 53.5 CFM

Bearing Type: Sleeve

Voltage: 12 V

Power Consumption: 1.8 W

Connector(s): 3-Pin Motherboard
4-Pin Molex

Fan Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 25 mm

Life Hours: 30,000 Hours

Lite-On LH-20A1S SuperAllwrite SATA DVD Burner - 20x DVD±R Burn, 16x DVD±R Read, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD±R DL, 12x DVD-RAM, 48x32x CD-R/RW

Specifications
Cache Size: 2 MB

DVD+R Write Speed: 20x

DVD+RW Rewrite Speed: 8X

DVD-R Write Speed: 20x

DVD-RW Rewrite Speed: 6x

DVD Read Speed: 16x

DVD-RAM Write Speed: 12x

DVD Access Time: 160 ms

CD Write Speed: 48x

CD Rewrite Speed: 32x

CD Read Speed: 48x

CD Access Time: 160 ms

Length: 6.6"

Width: 5.7"

Height: 1.6"

Load Type: Tray

Interface Type: SATA

Enclosure Type: Internal

Compatible Writable Media: CD-R
CD-RW
DVD+R
DVD-RAM
DVD-RW
DVD+RW
DVD-R
DVD+R DL
DVD-R DL

Writing Modes: Disc-at-Once
Session-at-Once
Track-at-Once
Variable Packet
Fixed Packet

Supported Formats: CD-DA
CD-Extra
CD-i/FMV
CD-Plus
CD-R/RW
CD-ROM
CD-ROM XA
DVD+R
DVD-RAM
DVD-ROM single layer/dual layer
DVD-RW
Karaoke CD
Multisession
Photo CD
Video CD
DVD+RW
DVD-R

Ultra Black Aluminus ATX Mid-Tower Case with Clear Side, Front USB, Firewire and Audio Ports

Specifications
Form Factor: ATX Mid-Tower

Compatible Motherboards: ATX
Micro ATX
Mini ATX

Bezel Type: Swing Out

Side Panel Type: Clear, Vented, Quick-Release

Power Supply: Not Included

Material: Aluminum

External 5.25" Drive Bays: 5

External 3.5" Drive Bays: 2

Internal 3.5" Drive Bays: 5

Expansion Slots: 7

Front USB Ports: 2

Front FireWire Ports: 1

Front Audio Ports: 2

120mm Fan Ports: 2

120mm Fans Included: None

Depth: 19"

Width: 8.75"

Height: 21"











is the psu wattage correct, can i run 2 of those vid cards in sli, is the cooling good, can everything fit inside the case and generally is the hardware going to interact well together (are the compatable) thank you in advance :)!

forcifer

umm kinda hard to read your post i think i got it though. no, you could not run 2x 8800GTs off a 550 watt psu. i think something 700watt+ and quality is what you need. i think everything is compatable. could you try reposting with only the names of the componants? would make it much easier :) thanks

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817703009 would hold you for a while.

InfamousCrasher

i just wanted to "KNOW" if it would run in sli but what i really want to know is if it will run single. i can't afford a psu that expensive.





EVGA GeForce 8800 GT Video Card - 512MB DDR3, PCI Express 2.0, SLI Ready, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, Video Card


Power Up / 550-Watt / ATX / 120mm Fan / SATA-Ready / Power Supply


XFX nForce 680i LT SLI Motherboard, NVIDIA, Socket 775, ATX, Audio, PCI Express, SLI Ready, Gigabit LAN, S/PDIF, USB 2.0 & Firewire, Serial ATA, RAID

OCZ SLI-Ready Edition Dual Channel 2048MB PC6400 DDR2 800MHz Memory (2 x 1024MB)


Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 250GB Hard Drive - 7200, 16MB, Serial ATA-300, OEM


Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 Processor HH80557PG0562M - 2.40GHz, 2MB Cache, 800MHz FSB, Allendale, Dual Core, OEM, Socket 775, Processor


Thermaltake / RSI / Socket 775 / Aluminum / CPU Cooling Fan


Masscool 120mm Sleeve Bearing Case Fan(2 of them)


Lite-On LH-20A1S SuperAllwrite SATA DVD Burner - 20x DVD±R Burn, 16x DVD±R Read, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD±R DL, 12x DVD-RAM, 48x32x CD-R/RW


Ultra Black Aluminus ATX Mid-Tower Case with Clear Side, Front USB, Firewire and Audio Ports


there ya go

1 g0t 0wn3d

what about this it will run 1 card well http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817703005

InfamousCrasher

are you sure thats my only option?

1 g0t 0wn3d

its not the only one but it is one of the better values why what is your budget?

InfamousCrasher

about 2100 dollars for 2 computers with same exact specs.

1 g0t 0wn3d

what does the other parts of the system cost?

sethy666

1 got own 3d is right. I am unble to discern if your PSU is generic or branded. Most generics are not worth the money and rarely give the output they say they do. Trust me, ive been there.

500 watt or greater will run todays graphics cards and everything else we feel the need to have ing our cases. SLI is a different beast... 700 watt + is the way to go.

Do NOT go generic. With PSUs you get what you pay for.

Hope this helps

InfamousCrasher

ok ty, off topic do you think the crysis graphics will become the norm anytime soon? the answer will help me decide if im going to spend the money on 700 watt supply so i can run sli with my 8800s or stick with one.

1 g0t 0wn3d

about next year prob judging by the new stalker coming out *drool*

sethy666

Yes, probably. Judging from the dramas people are having with games like Company of Heroes, graphic cards will be challenged and PSUs pushed with even more graphically intensive games.

Think of it as an investment... PSUs run you system. Their not as sexy as graphics cards or quad processors, you really cant tweak them or OC them but if they are crappy, so is your very expensive rig,

linderman

this DUDE so hit it; all I can say is >>>>>

sethy666

Thanks Linderman... Im flattered.

I learnt that lession the hard way, now Im a PSU zealot :)

linderman

Well you are a star pupil without prejudice!


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