Update PSU for XPS 420

Bergkamp

Bergkamp

Bergkamp

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Hi, I've just got a couple of quick questions about getting a new PSU for my XPS 420. The system shipped with a 375w psu, and I'm guessing it's cheapo and probably isn't even close to that.

Anyway, I'm looking to upgrade my Radeon 3870 to some version of the Radeon 4890 so I'll need a bit of extra juice, and it can't hurt the rest of the system to have a bigger, more stable PSU in there (not that I've had stability issues to be fair). I've read that this XPS 420 is a btx config but that it uses atx and can handle pretty much any atx psu out there, but is this true?

If you know the answer to that question, then are there any PSUs out there that you would suggest? I don't have a huge budget for this though, but feel free to pitch any ideas you have.

Cheers
 
Thanks, looks pretty good. Is a modular PSU easier to fit? I know it leaves a lot less clutter in the case but for someone who has never changed a power supply before would it be simple enough determining which cables to use? Also is cable length a big issue? I've read people complaining on other forums and in reviews about cables being too short.
 
Bergkamp said:
Thanks, looks pretty good. Is a modular PSU easier to fit? I know it leaves a lot less clutter in the case but for someone who has never changed a power supply before would it be simple enough determining which cables to use? Also is cable length a big issue? I've read people complaining on other forums and in reviews about cables being too short.
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i've only ever fitted one PSU (OCZ 600) before that i new sod all about PSU's

it's easy to do.... i removed one socket at a time and replaced it with a new matching socket, until i had finished it.....just take your time.....it worked first time....cable lengths should be ok
 
Yea, I was planning on using the same method, thanks.

By the way, does that PSU linked above have the fan at the top? Does anybody else have any suggestions?
 
Its really hard to mess hooking ur PSU up. just make sure there are enough PCI-e connectors and a 4 or 8 pin CPU, 20/24 pin mobo as required by your motherboard.
Then put the cables in the appropriate sockets.
 
The more I look at it the more I realise it should be simple enough... Assuming I get one that has the right connectors etc.

I'm seeing a lot of products with the fan at the top of the unit, but does that not leave it against, or nearly against the top of most cases? Just a little thing that's confusing me.
 
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