[BlinkWinkel]

I have a Gateway GT5232E PC identical to this:

Gateway Support - Specifications

The only thing I have upgraded is the video card (NVIDIA GeForce GT 220) and replaced the DVD-Reader for a 200 GB Western digital slave hard drive.

However I've had that PC for over 5 years now, so I'm thinking of upgrading the power supply to a better one. The one I have right now is only a 300W (Model DPS-300PB-3 A). What would be the best possible power supply I could get that would be compatible with my PC? I game a lot on and watch a lot of anime on my PC, so I don't mind the price and I would like to get the best power supply available for my PC, since I have heard 300W is too low.

 

[Tyree]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

300W is the minimum suggested by the GPU chipset manufacturer. Your is also poor quality and should be replaced asap to avoid damage.


SeaSonic S12II 430B 430W ATX12V V2.3/EPS12V 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply - Newegg.com

XFX ProSeries P1-450S-X2B9 450W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Core Edition V2 Full Wired Power Supply - Newegg.com

 

[gcavan]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

For what you have, any of these:

Newegg.ca - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more!

 

[BlinkWinkel]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

Thanks a lot for the fast replies guys! I just ordered this one:

XFX ProSeries P1-450S-X2B9 450W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Core Edition V2 Full Wired Power Supply - Newegg.com

 

[Tyree]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

Good choice and the best bang for buck.

 

[BlinkWinkel]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

Ok, I just received my power supply and connected everything, all that's left is the 4 pin slot on my motherboard: http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/610/dscf0013lz.jpg

This power supply only has a 2 pin and 6 pin connector, should I just plug the 2 pin one and leave 2 pins empty or try to fit the 6 pin one leaving the 2 extra pins out?

EDIT: I tried both ways but my computer doesn't power on, only the light in front goes on (and yes the power supply switch is on) surge protection maybe? I just want to make sure that cable is connected properly before I try anything else.

 

[joeten]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

Hi this may be of some help 4006147R | Gateway GT5232E GT5228 Motherboard

 

[Tyree]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

Ok, I just received my power supply and connected everything, all that's left is the 4 pin slot on my motherboard: http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/610/dscf0013lz.jpg

This power supply only has a 2 pin and 6 pin connector, should I just plug the 2 pin one and leave 2 pins empty or try to fit the 6 pin one leaving the 2 extra pins out?

That PSU has
1 x Main connector (20+4 Pin)
1 x CPU 4+4 Pin
3 x Peripheral
6 x SATA
1 x Floppy
1 x PCI-E

Separate the 4+4 and use one of them.

 

[BlinkWinkel]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

That PSU has
1 x Main connector (20+4 Pin)
1 x CPU 4+4 Pin
3 x Peripheral
6 x SATA
1 x Floppy
1 x PCI-E

Separate the 4+4 and use one of them.

Lol, my bad. I was using the wrong cable (the 2 pin and 6 pin cable is apparently that "PCI-E" cable you mentionned) I just found the the two 4 pin ones buried under all the wired, plugged it and it all works now! Again thanks a lot for the help

 

[Tyree]

Re: What's the best power supply I should get?

You're welcome and glad we could help you resolve the problem.