PSU: Power Supply Guide for Today's & Tomorrow's Computers

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by mnemonik23

"(3) It must supply a minimum of 18A on the +12V rail(s), as this is critical for Over Clocking A64’s."

My current TTGI 520W has 18A on the +12V and I'm going to watercool 3500+

MCP650
2x36 Raptors
1 barracuda
6800GT
DVD burner
CDRW
4x120mm fans
fan controller...
some UV lights

So am I fine or not?

To power your pump(s) I would suggest that you add a second PS,

the Sparkle, I have listed for about $25 should be more than enough for your pump(s).

EDIT:

Depends on the total current draw. I would go ahead & try it, it shouldn't hurt anything, so give it a try.

[mnemonik23]

so will my current ttgi do it or not?

[XT-ChAce]

Pumps use the 12V rail, and it would probably do it but since you only have 18A to play with it would hinder OCing I think. It will hinder OCing if you get too powerfull pumps for sure

[mnemonik23]

how about OCZ 520W, I guess it will be more then enough?

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by downsideup16

thanks david. you are like the uber 1337 n00b helper man. whenever there is question you are always right on top of it. thanks alot for the quick response.

Your Welcome!

how about OCZ 520W, I guess it will be more then enough?

Yea, it should as it has 33A's on its +12V rail & is of very high quality!

[dr_sharp]

fyi: the 470W version has the same rating on the 12V & 3.3V rails...
The only difference is 34A vs. 40A on the 5V rail... and the maximum output of course.

[mnemonik23]

interesting, will OCZ 520W be enough for the future SLI setup with 2 6800Ultas or GTs and oced A64? Or maybe upcoming OCZ 600W?

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by mnemonik23

interesting, will OCZ 520W be enough for the future SLI setup with 2 6800Ultas or GTs and oced A64? Or maybe upcoming OCZ 600W?

That is a very good question, however I think that we are going to be "safe" at about 34A on the +12V rail for awhile,

as that seems to be the standard that all of the "high-end" guys are now building to.

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[mnemonik23]

check this out! at the bottom of the page:
http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/PSUSpec.pdf

+12V1 20A +12V2 18A

Ha! that is what I'll buy next.

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by mnemonik23

check this out! at the bottom of the page:
http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/PSUSpec.pdf

+12V1 20A +12V2 18A

Ha! that is what I'll buy next.

Yes! Jason posted a new OCZ 600W that is coming out.

All the "high end" guys seem to be building for 33A to 38A on the +12V rail(s),

so I think that is what we will be needing in a year or two,

with the new dual core CPU's from Intel & AMD.

[henshin]

If it hasn't yet I say

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by henshin

If it hasn't yet I say

I am hoping so & that it stays in the A64 section.

Thanks.

[mnemonik23]

I vote for sticky too!

Also, how those 2 rails work? Should I put my pump and fans and lights on 18A and the rest on 20A? Something like that?

[downsideup16]

anyone know the dimensions of the powerstream psus. i am curios about how long it is from front to back because my i have a blow hole and my current psu is almost right against it and i'm afraid the powerstream might not fit. thanks for help.

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by downsideup16

anyone know the dimensions of the powerstream psus. i am curios about how long it is from front to back because my i have a blow hole and my current psu is almost right against it and i'm afraid the powerstream might not fit. thanks for help.

I'm sure that OCZ list it.

From the "Links" section at the end:

OCZ: http://www.ocztechnology.com/

[Richdog]

It may be for A64's, but it still belongs in the Power Supplies section, which any A64 owner can visit for advice on what PSU to get for their A64. That's what the different sections are there for. Use them. Cheers.

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by Richdog

It may be for A64's, but it still belongs in the Power Supplies section, which any A64 owner can visit for advice on what PSU to get for their A64. That's what the different sections are there for. Use them. Cheers.

Thanks, I understand.

EDIT:
Mods,

Please move this: (My Power Supply Guide) http://forums.extremeoverclocking.c...ad.php?t=136602


From here: (Voltage Mods) http://forums.extremeoverclocking.c...splay.php?f=215


To here: (Power Supplies) http://forums.extremeoverclocking.c...splay.php?f=231

As no one will ever find it where it has just been moved!

Thanks,
Dave

[downsideup16]

Originally Posted by davidhammock200

I'm sure that OCZ list it.

From the "Links" section at the end:

OCZ: http://www.ocztechnology.com/

I was looking all over the place last night on the website and other sites and I was about to reply its not there but I checked again and I saw it right away. Must of been to tired last night. thanks david

Edit: well it won't fit. it is 2.5 centimeters too long, it will hit my blow hole fan. anyone got any ideas on how to mod my case to make it fit. it would like way to stupid if i just removed the fan and the hole was still there.

Edit#2: problem solved. posted about it in the mod section and someone helped me out.

[davidhammock200]

Originally Posted by TheCleaner

Buy CustomPC issue 15 (december) £3.75

they have conducted a great labs test of the latest and most well known psu's on the market currently.. not using computers but specific equipment to see how true psu's specs are.. antec lives upto its name by passing all load tests (inc the big FULL 480W draw)

the issue will probs hit shops on monday (i subs so i get it early ) but before doing anything with regards to buying a new psu.. see this article.. its a good 10 page article.. and if your in a rush to get a decent psu for the £70, the bast is the tagan, virtually unknown to most, but wow, performance in this torture test was amazing

http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Produ...roductID=82572

most of their labs tests end up on their site, so ill popst link when its released

As I have several business associates & friends across the pond,
I am somewhat familiar with your situation.

I did recommend the Tagan brand:

These quality brands are highly recommended,
however not every power supply they offer will meet your needs,
be especially careful to make sure that the +12V rail(s) offer a minimum of 18A:

Antec, Enermax, I-Star, Fortron Source, PC Power & Cooling,
OCZ, Sparkle Power, Tagan, TTGI (Super-Flow), VANTEC,
Ultra X-Connect 500W, ZALMAN and ZIPPY/EMACS.

However I did not recommend any specific Tagan PS's because with US pricing,

they are not the " BEST BANG for the BUCK ".

If they are the " SUPER STEAL for the STERLING " then by all means,

I highly recommend these excellent PS's!

$79.00 + S&H
£54.95 Ex VAT
£64.57 Inc VAT
Tagan TG480-U01 480Watt / Active PFC / Wide-Range / Dual Fan
This PSU TB480-U01 (480W continuous, 500W peak) is a whispering PSU type of 22-28dBA up to ca.60load operation. Due to TSCT (Tagan Silence Control technology) the fan-speed will stay at ~ 750 RPM constantly (on under 60load) and beginning first to increase linearly up to ca. 2500 RPM maximum (noise ca. 30-36dBA) on 100load, if the heat dissipation going higher due to higher load (see Curve of Fan-speed as a function of Load).
Features:
All connectors are gold-plated
Cable sets have twisted wire-lines
Excellent return wire (ground wire) to increase system stability
AC-switch with rubber protection cap
Black anodized heat-sink
Active PFC (Power-Factor-Correction) PF-value 0.99
Over Current- Over Voltage, Short Circuit-Protection (OCP, OVP, SCP)
Immune against electrostatic discharge (ESD up to 3KV)
Standard PS2 dimensions (WxHxD): 150mm x 86mm x 160mm
Specifications:
ATX12V Version 1.3* and downwards compatible
Intel Pentium 4 & AMD K7/K8 CPU compatible
ATX 24- & 8-pin / 20- & 4-pin connectors for the most Mainboards
TSCT : Tagan Silence Control Technology with "push-pull" Dual-Fans for whispering operation of 21dB (up to 50% Load)
2 Serial-ATA (Advance Technology Attachment) hard disk connectors built-in
12V/28A supporting more Peripheral-Devices
5VSB stand-by supplying up to 2.5A (continuous)
Power Switch with Rubber Protection Cover for more security
Universal wide-range input of 95-250VAC
Tagan TG480-U01 480 Watt Silence Control Power Supply Design for Dual MP Server Board Built-in 2 S-ATA HD Connectors
http://store.yahoo.com/str8buy/tatg480wasic.html

I had to go to Tagan.com to get these specs. Retailers should post specs!
Tagan TG480-U01: http://www.tagan.com/main.htm
TG480-U01
+3.3V = 28A
+5V = 48A
+12V = 28A

480W Tagan Whisper quiet 21db Also support 12v EPS/SATA/XEON 3 Years Warranty ATX/BTX
Item currently in stock
£54.95 Ex VAT
£64.57 Inc VAT
http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Produ...roductID=82572

Good luck mates!