yoyojoe

background - while reseraching quad core cpu's and compatible mobo's I've noticed in passing that mention was made for the need of 2 x 4 pin power connectors to assure that sufficent juice is available as required for the cores (I don't recall which cpu/mobo combo's atm).

my question(s) - for quad core cpu's and their mobo's are there psu's specifically targetted for this breed of pc hardware or will a suitably rated 'standard' psu be fit for purpose?

thanks,

yoyojoe

Tumbleweed36

First of all, the most important purchase you make with a new computer is the power supply. There are so many "standard" (using your term) power supplies out there that are very reasonably priced, but they won't stand up to the more modern computer. If they do run the rig, it won't last long.

Therefore, don't get yourself in to purchasing a no-name supply that doesn't have enough wattage or amps per +12 rail to pull your rig.

Here is a list of supplies that are recommended by our Hardware Team as adequate (assuming the wattage is adequate) high quality units for the computers of today:

Seasonic – Any Model
Corsair – Any Model
PC Power & Cooling – Any Model
Thermaltake – “Toughpower” Series Only
Coolermaster – “Real Power Pro” Series Only

If you have a specific computer setup (list specs), then one of our hardware team members can help you select a power supply that will meet your needs. Hope this information helps to answer your inquiry.

oldjoe

Look for "ATX12V version 2.2" PSU's from a quality supplier. I use Corsair's in my personal and retail builds.

yoyojoe

Tumbleweed36, oldjoe, thank you for your post.

hmmm, 'standard' wasn't a very good choice of term to use on my part was it?, sorry.

from your posts what I infer is that, given that a required psu rating is correctly identified/specified then any of the above identified names/models is an appropriate choice for a quad core rig - i.e. what i am inferring is that if the mobo needs one or two 4 pin power connectors to it then that will not be an issue for the psu because (I assume) there will be sufficent interconnects/leads supplied with the psu for such a need.

if the above inference is correct then my query is resolved.

many thanks and best wishes.

yoyojoe

grimx133

Often the connector will be in a 4+4 configuration, so it can be used for either ATX12v. (4 pin) or EPS12v. (8 pin).

dai

it will depend on your video card what wattage psu you will need

oldjoe

"ATX12V version 2.2" PSU's will have the proper plugins for the CPU. Any quality PSU will have a sufficient number of power leads.

yoyojoe

hey folks,

many thanks for your posts, all is clear and I'm all sorted now, thank you.

regards,

yoyojoe

Tumbleweed36

We are happy you have it sorted. Have a great week.