Item for Sale

[Jimmy]

I have been unable to complete a flight, my problem is getting worse, I am thinking it is due to unsufficent power causing my computer to stop.

I would like to sell my power supply, and get a more powerfull one. It may solve the problems I'v been having. I'm quite short on funds, and want to go from a 450W to at least a 600W at as little cost as I can. If any one has a powersupply going cheap I would be interested, if I get a good offer on my 450W one, I may sell it and try to get a cheaper, more powerfull one.

What are my options here? Anyone interested in my powersupply?

Thanks
James

[HardCorePawn]

Get an Enermax or a Silverstone if you are going to buy a new PSU... warning tho, they are a bit more expensive... but they are quality.

what makes you think its the PSU that is causing your problems? What are the specs on your machine?

[Jimmy]

I can't be sure if it is the problem, but I can't confirm what is causeing it, this may do it. Its worth a try, I did need a more powerfull one.

Thanks
James

[pois0n]

Don't buy one based on the wattage, if you can open up your PC case and post the amps of the +12v +5v and +3.3v rails then go from there.

The dodgy manufacturers make the 3.3v and 5v rails stupidly high and the 12v rail lacking because its cheaper and gets the same watt rating

[ZK-Brock]

What I've been told (I used to be into computer stuff in a big way a few years ago) is that the big-name brand Power supplies are far better than unknown or no-brand manufacturers. So a Silverstone PSU of 500W would be better than a no-name-brand PSU of 600W.

[Stumpy]

Apparantly no name brand psus are a bit dodgy. They can destroy a machine. Spend a bit more for something that will last and won't destroy your machine. Not saying a no name brand will but I've been told they can

[brownbox]

Say James, how much are you looking to spend? Reason I ask is I may be selling mine on trademe in the very near future, as I also need to upgrade (Im going to a 650-700W one). Im thinking its probably going to sell for around $50-70.
Heres a review of it if you want
http://www.virtual-hideout.net/reviews/sil...00w/index.shtml
Even buying one new will only set you back about $100, and it is a very very good PSU.

Also, dont get a no name one. You will kick yourself when it blows up and takes everything with it.