I'm a bit of a computer newb component newb, but how much (if any) of my PSU's wattage would the fan need?
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For future projects you can use Volts x Amps = Watts. Since I have the back of the box, the Fan is 12 Volts x .4Amps = 4.8 watts, or LOL, could look right below that to check the answer printed just below which says just that. Good Luck!
770916
I would get a big higher wattage on your place. There is a good tool from ASUS to calculate the approximate PSU power you will require for your system: http://support.asus.com/powersupply.aspx
2167493
Search 'Corsair PSU calculator' and it will tell you appx what you need. Nine of ten experienced users, builders would advise spending a little more and getting a 6, 650 or 750W minimal.
476176
I have a 450 watt psu from cooler master. If youwant to be sasafe about get a 500-650 psu
373473
I have a 700 W in my machine, so I couldn't say from experience.http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm recommends a 450 W PSU. So 500 W should be enough. :)
1416480
I looked up that build and I don't know that the power supply is beefy enough, 250 or 300w is the size I found for it. 400w is the minimum for this card I believe. (mine is 450w and I have had no issues with the card at all.) I can't recommend it for you on that computer, because it would likely cause issues for you. Sorry. :/
368230
Hey man, the best advice I can give is go to pcpicker dot com and "build" your computer within the website. It should tell ya if 300W is enough. :) That is what I did when building my computer!
443357
Too late for you know obviously being a month later after question but in case anyone reads this deciding as well. Irregardless of the wattage, you need 30 amps or more. If you get a psu with a solid single rail all you need is 30 because all these video cards give an estimate assuming the amps are spread out on 2 or more separate 12v rails. The guy with the SFX 450W is actually more than enough because it contains a single rail with 36 amps. Don't listen to the people who say you need 650 amps, that's ridiculous unless you plan on doing sli.
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It would depend on what else is running in your system, but I would recommend 500w+. This particular card is pretty efficient on power. At peak performance it can consume about 160-170watts. That's taxing it pretty hard though. But throw in a couple hard drives, optical drive, fans, and any power consuming usb peripherals, along with whatever your motherboard and processor use, and you will have an issue. Most retail systems come with a 300watt psu and they don't have a ton of overhead. 400 watts isn't much higher. I think you are asking for trouble unless you aren't planning on taxing the system with high end games. I would recommend a 600w but I think you could get away with 500 watts.
1182914
Yes definitely, and if you don't trust me or anyone else here, go to pcpartpicker.com and put in all the parts to see the estimated wattage. This PSU has 80% bronze efficiency so you should leave around 150W just to be safe.
1182915
You need around 700W for your setup, so 750W from this unit should be more than enough... keep the brand in mind though, going Corsair is a safe bet because they advertise the power the unit can handle continuosly, and not the peak wattage it can reach, this is a great PSU for your setup... :)
1195943
Depends on what the total system requirement is. 750W is fine for most requirements, way more than needed for most requirements.
521335
That should be fine. It depends on what MoBo and CPU you're using, fans, and if you plan on doing any overclocking. I personally went with a 750w PSU to make sure I wouldn't have any hiccups.
2253337
Hi dude, the box says: "500Watts or greater power supply". If you have a certified (real) 500W PSU, you'll be ok.
220780
A gaming computer will need more than 450watts. Go with at least 750 or more. Also, one with dual fans would be good. The tool kits for computers are all about the same.
440771
I am running it on a duel monitor set up, with 3 hard drives and 3 case fans on a 600 watt power supply, so I would assume, since I only have 100 watts more than you, that it would be fine. However, I'd advise you to double check with power consumption tools, I recommend cooler master's power consumption tool ( http://www.coolermaster.outervision.com/) to save you the hassle, that is the link for it. But I assume it should be fine.
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If you go to pcpartpicker.com and type in all your hardware it will tell you a recommended watt. Also I bought mine used and is in great shape. I trusted amazon enough to buy used.