PSU upgrade, need advice

Viscera

Viscera

Viscera

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Hello. I recently made a forum topic a couple of months ago regarding a graphics card upgrade.

I was told that I would need a new power supply to support it and my other computer components, this is what was recommended:

Corsair CX 430W V2 to support primarily my graphics card.

My entire computer spec:

Intel Core i3 540@ 3.07GHz 2.93GHz
Gigabyte GA-H55M-UD2H Motherboard
New RAM - 8GB RAM DDR3
500GB Hard drive
New GPU - OcUK HD 6850 OC 1024MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card
64Bit Windows 7
1920x1080 resolution Logik TV/Monitor
Razer Lycosa Keyboard
Razer Deathadder Mouse
Build-in sound card, low quality speaker set

I would like to know if the PSU is sufficient for my spec before I make a final decision.
 
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That PSU will be good for that spec:)

http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=239
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Corsair-CX430-V2-Power-Supply-Review/1284
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The OCUK 6850 will likely need two 6pin PCi-E connectors as its actually a ASUS card I believe, it comes with a molex to PCi-E adapter as the CX430 PSU only has a single 6pin, if you want a PSU with two of the connectors and not having to use an adapter,

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-034-CS&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=1084
 
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So, would I be able to pickup a typical 2x 6-Pin PCI-E Power connector inside a computer store?

Also, I assume that PCI-E 8 Pin Connector doesn't work for the GPU?
 
Sorry to hi-jack a bit, why the Corsair 500W over the XFX 450W you usually recommend? They are rated the same on the 12V rail.

Also I think OCUK should update the page of the 500W builder series, as it states 1 PCIe when it has two - I'll post in the relevant section
 
It was recommended to me, also I was looking for a GPU at around 80quid but was told to upgrade my PSU to run it, as a result I decided to opt for the cheaper product. It's also reviewed highly but primarily it was out of ignorance of the 500W.
 
Viscera said:
It was recommended to me, also I was looking for a GPU at around 80quid but was told to upgrade my PSU to run it, as a result I decided to opt for the cheaper product. It's also reviewed highly but primarily it was out of ignorance of the 500W.
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Its a good little PSU, also never skimp on the PSU quality, up to you.

1) use a molex adapter with a cheaper PSU
2) Spend more on a better unit with more PCI-E connectors which gives you a "neater" look
 
stulid said:
So why do it?
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Didn't seem worth opening another thread. Don't worry.
Although, if the XFX will do the job, and is in reality similar wattage, doesn't seem worth the bit extra for the Corsair - but you must have a reason for choosing it.
The XFX also seems to have longer warranty!
 
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stulid said:
Its a good little PSU, also never skimp on the PSU quality, up to you.

1) use a molex adapter with a cheaper PSU
2) Spend more on a better unit with more PCI-E connectors which gives you a "neater" look
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Yeah I know not to skimp, I didn't do enough research on the PSU but thanks for letting me know, will check it out.
 
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