How to select appropriate power supply

KathleenMoktan · 03-05-2007, 04:38 AM

I'm putting together a computer from components (well, choosing the components, a tech will put the machine together). I'm using an Athlon 64 X2 3800 with a Asus A8V Deluxe Motherboard. I've four options for power supply ranging from 350W to 600W. I'm leaning towards the Enermax EG701AX-VE
600W, but its quite a bit more expensive than the 350W option. Could someone please explain how one should choose a power supply and what the benefits of the 600W would be? Thank you!

**Deleted090308** · 03-05-2007, 04:54 AM

Hi!
Take a look at this: http://www.techsupportforum.com/hard...selection.html

Nicholas

KathleenMoktan · 03-05-2007, 05:12 AM

Excellent, learned a lot by reading it ...cheers!

Tumbleweed36 · 03-05-2007, 05:22 AM

Hi kathleen,

HERE is what is called one of the best buys for one of the better power supplies of the year:

Antec TruePower Trio 650 $89.99 after rebates

Note: link corrected

**linderman** · 03-05-2007, 03:59 PM

I agree with Tumbleweed 100%

if you look in my system specs (at left under my ID) I am running the Enermax EG701AX-VE
This unit is about 8 months old and has been very reliable; but I have seen alot of troubles popping up with Enermax as a whole lately on the net! I would not buy this unit today!

The unit referenced above is my choice when budget is in the consideration. When the budget isnt as big a factor then I am all for Seasonic S12-600 watt for your system. If this Enermax were to die tonite, the Seasoic S12-600 would get the nod. (btw: the Antec TRIO series is really made by Seasonic

)

hope this helps!

**TheMatt** · 03-06-2007, 02:37 PM

That is definitely a good deal. If you are planning on buying soon, I would advise taking advantage of that deal before it goes away. That is a great PSU, and it has a great price on it.

03-05-2007, 04:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
KathleenMoktan Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2 OS: xp	How to select appropriate power supply I'm putting together a computer from components (well, choosing the components, a tech will put the machine together). I'm using an Athlon 64 X2 3800 with a Asus A8V Deluxe Motherboard. I've four options for power supply ranging from 350W to 600W. I'm leaning towards the Enermax EG701AX-VE 600W, but its quite a bit more expensive than the 350W option. Could someone please explain how one should choose a power supply and what the benefits of the 600W would be? Thank you!

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KathleenMoktan Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2 OS: xp	Thank you! Excellent, learned a lot by reading it ...cheers!

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Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 14,090 OS: XP Professional	Hi kathleen, HERE is what is called one of the best buys for one of the better power supplies of the year: Antec TruePower Trio 650 $89.99 after rebates Note: link corrected __________________ ---------- Last edited by Tumbleweed36 : 03-05-2007 at 05:26 AM.

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linderman Moderator, Hardware Team Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 14,022 OS: win 2000 pro / Win XP pro My System	I agree with Tumbleweed 100% if you look in my system specs (at left under my ID) I am running the Enermax EG701AX-VE This unit is about 8 months old and has been very reliable; but I have seen alot of troubles popping up with Enermax as a whole lately on the net! I would not buy this unit today! The unit referenced above is my choice when budget is in the consideration. When the budget isnt as big a factor then I am all for Seasonic S12-600 watt for your system. If this Enermax were to die tonite, the Seasoic S12-600 would get the nod. (btw: the Antec TRIO series is really made by Seasonic ) hope this helps! __________________ If you cant be polite and friendly; then please be silent. Last edited by linderman : 03-05-2007 at 04:01 PM.

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