if i have a psu of 350 watts do i need to buy a new psu before i buy this?
306613
Probably not. The processor TDP is 65 watts so has medium power requirements. We use this processor in our product at work and that system only has a 300W power supply. But we don't use high power graphics. In general I would say the 350W supply would be OK but depends upon the other components in your system.
1062267
I would suspect that if you're replacing a prior card in your system, your power supply will be adequate. This card does not require any additional power cable to be attached, it gets all its power from the graphic's slot. I would imagine if you have over a 300W power supply you're OK.
1750882
Nope. On the box it says a minimum amount of power to operate properly. I think a 350W power supply is not sufficient to run this card. Plus, you will need extra 2 peripheral power connectors if you do not have a 6pin power connector to the PSU
657325
No, your wattage for your power supply should exceed your maximum draw (I'd recommend by 5-10%). My computer only draws 50W max but I got this PSU for other reasons. For me the 72W would work
296503
Not sure - if it says it needs 350 watts then it probably does to run effectively or maybe even at all - I've used it with 400 watt and 550 watt power supplies and I know it works great with both of those... RH
741520
I had a 350w with no problems. Depends on the CPU your using. I had an i5-660 with 4GB Ram. This card uses about 80-90 watts at full load.
373472
Yes, if it is a bronze standard 500 watt power supply. I recommend 700 watt bronze standard power supply if you want to over clock your cpu, memory, and graphics card in the near future. This graphics card has tweaking capability.
1968833
It is highly unlikely that you will need to upgrade your PSU. It is all dependent on what your other hardware is as well, but I doubt you will need to upgrade.
1034130
Tim, from what I have read, the s3507c comes with a 160W power supply. So upgrading to 250W should not be a problem. Another option is to use a power supply recommended for that model machine ... such as: - http://www.replacepowersupply.com/rpsu-200-hp-s3507c.html (200W) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA3SD1DK9956 (220W)Before ordering the 250W, look at all the connectors on your current PSU and review the specifications for the 250W PSU to ensure you will have sufficient connectors for all components.
673813
I think you might be pushing it with a 400W PSU. I guess it depends on the item quality. You may be just fine. Not really an answer, sorry.
1420707
the wattage should be fine but you also need supplemental power plugged directly into this card from the psu.
1239051
300W If you upgrade the video card, be sure to change the power supply too!
415362
The power supply is 350 watts. You will need a different video card than is on the motherboard so add that cost.
1428762
You will need to buy the power supply separately. Be sure you purchase one of correct voltage and amperage.
772931
I suspect so but I am using a 430 watt PSU. Go to pcpartpicker.com and enter your components such as graphics card, motherboard and hard drive. Enter any component that consumes power. It will then indicate how many watts your system will use.
1973403
Not really, although you might be just fine and probably safe, but you will be pushing limits. It all depends on what you are doing, for how long, and the quality of your PSU. The requirements listed on the box are 750 watts (or more) with one 150 watt 8 pin pcie power connector and one 75 watt 6 pin pcie power connector.
1716180
I have an hp p7-1003 that had a 250 watt power supply factory so I had to upgrade to a 450 watt. They recommend at least 350 watt though