Dual PSU Setup

My RIG is as my Sig below.
Currently using Enermax FMA II 460W PSU. Im planning to used 2nd GPU (ATI 3870) but im pretty sure that my current PSU can't support it.
Im thinking to use my 2nd "made in China 500W" PSU to power up all my HDD and ODD (3 SATA HDD, 1 IDE DVDRW).
Do you guys think this setup provide adequate power to my Crossfire card?
My current PSU details:- http://www.enermax.com.tw/english/product_Display1.asp?PrID=53
Just want to share with you guys the related link to use dual PSU..
http://pinouts.ru/Power/atx_v2_pinout.shtml
http://www.gideontech.com/content/articles/196/1

Quote from: Bas on 15-April-08, 17:30:28
I think it will be able to do it.
Which one bro? Let the FMA II handle it all OR continue with my 2nd PSU?
Which one consume more power? 7950GX2 or 2 x ATI HD 3870? that make me worrying my beloved Enermax..
Quote from: Bas on 15-April-08, 17:30:28
I would try it in any case, it's not some el-cheapo PSU you have
TQ Bro ..yeah.. i just don't know how underrated this PSU i have. (bought only RM280)

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