Topic: Is this a good psu for my setup? - page 2. (Read 2395 times)
I did forget to mention but yes I will be using 2 x1 > x16 and 1 x16 extenders. Thanks for your input, the search continues
I assume you're using PCIe extenders on the motherboard, as the one you listed only has 2 x16 slots.
A 750W PSU will not be sufficient for 2 5850s, 2 5830s, and a Phenom II X6. You want at least 1kW; brand doesn't matter too much as long as it's not bargain bin. Make sure it comes with sufficient PCIe power connectors.
A 750W PSU will not be sufficient for 2 5850s, 2 5830s, and a Phenom II X6. You want at least 1kW; brand doesn't matter too much as long as it's not bargain bin. Make sure it comes with sufficient PCIe power connectors.
Hey guys/gals, I'm in the process of purchasing 2 5850's to compliment my 2 5830's and I am looking at buying a new psu.
here's my current specs-
Win 7 x64
AMD Phenom II x6 2.8 GHz http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103851
Biostar A870U3 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813138318
(2) Sapphire Radeon HD5830 oc'd to 950/1000, fans at 50-60%, temps at 65 to 74c
western digital caviar 80gb HD ( basically just for OS and mining software)
Thermaltake V9 open air case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133074
separate cheapo psu powering all the case fans
I also mine LTC with this pc so my CPU runs at 100% load nearly 24/7
I'm currently looking at this http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Enthusiast-Certified-Compatible-platforms/dp/B004MYFODI/ref=sr_1_9?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1329363840&sr=1-9 for a potential power supply.
I know a lot of you swear by a certain company/brand but I'm interested in your opinion if this PSU will handle my equipment without any issues.
Thoughts?
P.S. - no Windows bashing, I'm not switching to Linux. Nothing against it but I've been using Windows since 3.1 lol
here's my current specs-
Win 7 x64
AMD Phenom II x6 2.8 GHz http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103851
Biostar A870U3 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813138318
(2) Sapphire Radeon HD5830 oc'd to 950/1000, fans at 50-60%, temps at 65 to 74c
western digital caviar 80gb HD ( basically just for OS and mining software)
Thermaltake V9 open air case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133074
separate cheapo psu powering all the case fans
I also mine LTC with this pc so my CPU runs at 100% load nearly 24/7
I'm currently looking at this http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Enthusiast-Certified-Compatible-platforms/dp/B004MYFODI/ref=sr_1_9?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1329363840&sr=1-9 for a potential power supply.
I know a lot of you swear by a certain company/brand but I'm interested in your opinion if this PSU will handle my equipment without any issues.
Thoughts?
P.S. - no Windows bashing, I'm not switching to Linux. Nothing against it but I've been using Windows since 3.1 lol
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