[GeForce 6] should I upgrade my power supply

I'm currently running a MSI gforce NX6600GT 128megs AGP with 15 amps on the 12 volt rail. Should I replace my power supply

Here are the specs for my system.
Operating System
Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (build 2600)
mother board
MSI MS-6741 1.0
1.80 gigahertz AMD 2800 Athlon 64
128 kilobyte primary memory cache
512 kilobyte secondary memory cache
hard drives
Maxtor 2F040J0 [Hard drive] (41.11 GB) -- drive 1, s/n
Maxtor 6E020L0 [Hard drive] (20.85 GB) -- drive 0, s/n
bios
BIOS: American Megatrends Inc. Version 07.00T 04/02/01
Memory Modules
both of them are kingston hyper X
Slot '0' has 512 MB
Slot '1' has 256 MB
audio
Realtek AC'97 Audio for VIA (R) Audio Controller
power supply specs
voltage
3.3 v 28amps
5v 30amps
12 v15amps
current
3.3v 0.3a amps
5v 2.0a amps
12v 0.8a amps
If you need anymore specs let me know.

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This post is a spin off of a couple of previous posts I started which raised a few new questions. Here goes: I have a 300w PSU (about 4 years old), 3.3v-24a, 5v-30a, 12v-12a. MSI VIA KM266 Pro, AMD Sempron 2500+, Kingston 256 Mb, Creative Platinum Live 5.1, HP CD burner, WD 80 Gb HD, using on board video for now. What I am wondering is should I upgrade my PS, or should I wait until I get a new Video card? Does my PS have what it takes? I have checked out a new 450w PS, and the rails weren't much higher: 3.3v-30a, 12v-17a. Does this make much difference? Any suggestions on a new PS, oh forum gods ?

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This post is a spin off of a couple of previous posts I started which raised a few new questions. Here goes: I have a 300w PSU (about 4 years old), 3.3v-24a, 5v-30a, 12v-12a. MSI VIA KM266 Pro, AMD Sempron 2500+, Kingston 256 Mb, Creative Platinum Live 5.1, HP CD burner, WD 80 Gb HD, using on board video for now. What I am wondering is should I upgrade my PS, or should I wait until I get a new Video card? Does my PS have what it takes? I have checked out a new 450w PS, and the rails weren't much higher: 3.3v-30a, 12v-17a. Does this make much difference? Any suggestions on a new PS, oh forum gods ?
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Is it possible to have HP upgrade the power supply when purchasing a desktop? Base:300W Desired:400W

It isn't in the configuration options to upgrade the power supply. I am considering strongly an HPE500z with an upgrade to 1GB graphics card (from 512MB) and perhaps an upgrade to the processor. I do not know if 300 W should be able to handle the upgrades (it probably will be fine), but with potential future upgrades I see no reason to not go a little bigger on the power supply.
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I installed a GigaDesigns Dual 7455B 1.0-1.2(GIG5D1012Q) in my Digital Audio DP G4 533MHz on 6/22/04. The power supply died within 9 months.
I then bought another power supply on 3/8/05 from DV Warehouse(they assured me it was new - far from it... anyway). This one is slowly dying on me. The internal PSU fan has long stopped working, so for a month or two, the G4's case has been open and the PSU sits on top of the case with a room fan cooling it down from 3 feet away. WHAT(in Lil' Jon voice)...
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I will upgrading soon to a K8N Neo Platinum socket 754 and either a 3200 or 3400 64bit processor.
Will my current power supply be good enough. I have an Enermax EG465P-VE 431W power supply right now.
3.3v is 38a
+5v is 44a
+12v is 20a
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Yea I got my current power supply about 8 months ago and I'm sure it was older stock.
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One of these.
Specifications: Model: EG465AX-VE W-FMA. AC Input: 100~240V, 50~60HZ, 9.5A~2.5A. DC Output: +3.3V/38A; +5V/44A; +12V/33A; -5V/1A; -12V/1A; +5VSb/2.2A; +3.3V& 5V/220W. Total power: 433W
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Note on that page..
Availability: This item has been discontinued and will no longer be available.
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Ah, this is why one should not post late at night with little sleep. Thank you all for the answers and kind responses of help.
Very good suggestion to reinstall the system and I shall do so. I believe this is the MacPro forum, is it not? Should I still repost? I used everymac.com to determine my system BUT posted the results incorrectly (corrected below and yes, it is a 2006). My apologies. I ran the software that THE HATTER suggested and have the results below. I'm not opposed to spending money to either upgrade or purchase a new(er) machine-- simply looking to spend the money necessary wisely for the best possible return. Thank you again for the help.
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Upgrade of power supply unit

hi guys looking to install a better graphics card, hard drives ect ect, the model computer i have is http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/product?cc=us&lc=en&product=4228300
as the one installed is only 350watts, i was thinking about 800 watts will be good enough, any advice or products that you know will be good much appreciated

Most would advise against any PSU greater than 650W. Additionally, physical size of the PSU is important. The depth of your existing PSU is 5.5" (140mm). When approaching 600W and greater, these units start increasing to 6.3" (160mm) and more. That butts into the DVD connectors.
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Elite e9150t - upgrading coolingfan/heatsink and power supply (suggestions for upgrade?)

Hey guys,
I don't know why I didn't come here first, but here I am.
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Alright, I've upgraded the ram to two 8gb kingston chips. I've also upgraded the video card to a GeForce 660 GTX. Now I am looking to upgrade my power supply and cooling unit. I've been running into problems where my computer will start to overheat when playing games. I can render out things easily enough with 3D software like Maya, but games make the system chug. That's why I've decided to upgrade the cooling unit and figured I should do the same for my power supply as well since it still has the 460w unit. I'd love to get this ugpraded to the point that I can play games with high settings and not worry about my computer dying on me from heat related injuries. I'm not looking to play games like Watch Dogs at the highest setting. I'd LOVE to have that, but I doubt I could squeeze that out right now. I would, however, love to play a game like Wildstar on their ultra setting (which I feel should be doable with my system).
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First is the power supply:
XFX TS Series P1550SXXB9 550W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Bronze Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103182&cm_re=Cooler_Master_Hyper_T4-_-35-10...
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Alright, thanks guys. I know I wrote a **bleep** essay here, but I wanted to be detailed as possible. Thanks again for those that stuck through the whole thing lol...

Hi,
I suggest that you do some measuring from the top of the processor to bottom of the removable side panel. You need this measurement to determine if your chosen heat sink cooling will fit.
When you install the new power supply then install it fan up pointing to top so that is draws cool air into the power supply from the top side air intake vents. Measure your existing power supply and look for a high efficiency model with a large fan that will fit in your PC. If you can find a PSU with a 140 mm fan that will fit then go for it.
Additional cooling ideas: PCI slot cooling fan and vented PCI slot covers.
Your particular PC probably has a single width graphics just link my e9280t (same cabinet and mobo).
BTW--the truckee mobo is not spec'd for 8 GB dimms.
You have made lots of changes already to your PC so saying that you know very little appears to be underestimating your own ablities.
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POWER SUPPLY info needed for GRAPHICS CARD UPGRADE!!!

I have a HP PAVILION p6631p and ide like to add a graphics card, but I was told I had to upgrade my power supply.
The card I purchased is the SAPPHIRE RADEON R7 260X 2GB and I was told I need a 500watt or higher power supply.
I was looking at the CORSAIR BRAND power supplies and tried emailing them to help me find the right power supply, but they said they needed to know what type of power supplies HP use in this model PC.
I didnt know what to do so im hoping someone can help me out with this information CORSAIR is asking for so they can help select me the right power supply for my PC.
I been searching for answers for weeks. Hopefully someone can help. Thanks.
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KJonline, welcome to the forum.
You were told correctly. You will have to upgrade the power supply unit (PSU) for the video card to work properly.
The PSU in the computer is a standard ATX. I suggest measuring the existing PSU and comparing the measurements to the one you choose.
I normally suggest at least 500W, but 600W is better for future upgrades. Here is a PSU that should work for you. It is 650W and is an Enthusiast series. This means that it has all of the power that you will need. It is 5.9" (W) x 3.4" (H) x 6.3" (L).
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Power supply & gpu upgrade advice for s5-1250d

I'm looking to upgrade the power supply & graphics card on my HP Pavilion Slimline s5-1250d
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Hi,
I don't know if there exists a 500 watt power supply that will work in your PC. How do you expect to handle all of the heat generated in a very small cabinet?
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New power supply did't fix problem with geforce 4400

I continue to get flashing on the monitor and locking up problems with my new MSI geforce 4 ti 4400 card despite installing the latest Nvidia driver and new Compuserve 500W power supply (30A on the +3.3). Everything I've read here said it was probably my old 350W power supply. Not so. What do I try now?
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P4 2.0
Soyo Ps4 Dragon Ultra
1 gb ddr ram
80gb WD hard drive
Soundblaster Live 5.1
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I had similar problems when I tried to use an MSI GF4 Ti4600 and Windows XP Professional locks up at the splash screen. I also tried a Leadtek GF4 Ti4600 and got the same results. I had already upgraded my power supply from a Antec TruePower 330 watts to 480 but to no avail.
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Looking to upgrade the video card and power supply in the K330

Hello, I'm looking to upgrade the power supply and video card in the Lenovo IdeaCentre K330 but I need to know if these parts will be accepted by the mobo.
Here's the card name (no link, don't know if theres a restriction to off site links) ASUS 2GB GDDR5 DIGI+ VRM technology Graphics Cards HD7770-2GD5
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Thanks for replying, I have looked into other PSU's and came up with this: XFX PRO750W Core Edition 80+ Bronze ATX 750 Energy Star Certified Power Supply
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Pavilion p6130y power supply upgrade

Think of upgrade the power supply on Pavilion p6130y desktop from 300W to best it can support but unable to find answer. Could anyone tell me the highest wattage power supply this unit will support? Thanks.
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Theoretically, there is no maximum limit to what you could install. There have been reports of HP consumer desktop computers not working with power supplies rated over 650 watts. There is absolutely no reason to replace your power supply unless you intend on installing a high-powered graphics card or a large numbers of drives and accessories. Please consider the Corsair CX500, CX500M, CX600, and CX600M. These power supplies are known to fit most HP consumer desktop computers and will power all but the most extreme upgrades.
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E30 power supply/cables and upgrading video card.

I'm thinking of buying a decent gaming card, but I can't seem to find any power cables inside my system. The video card I'm looking at has a six pin connector on it. Also, just in case I need to upgrade the power supply, is the power supply unit standard ATX?
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welcome to the forum!
the E30 doesn't come with a PCI power connector due to it only being qualified to run the quadro NVS, 400, 600, and 2000/2000D workstation graphics cards.   you would need a different PSU entirely.   due to warranty and support reasons we can't recommend aftermarket PSUs in this system.
besides, depending on the GPU you're considering, the E30 might not have sufficient airflow to support it.   these are workstations after all and not gaming systems.
similar advice was given to another E30 owner in this thread.   i'm not sure what makes the E30 such a compelling gaming platform but to each their own.
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Upgrading Power Supply? K450

I recenly bought a IdeaCenter K450-57315521 it comes with what looks like a 280watt Power supply would it be safe to upgrade this to a 500 or 600watt power supply just to be safe or if i wanted to add an aditionnal 250gb internal hard drive?
Specs
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2TB Hard Drive
Gtx 650
12gb ram
Dvd-rw
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hi Fort3,
Welcome to Lenovo Community Forums!
If your Planning on an upgrade, Yes It is definitely safe to upgrade the Power Supply even to a 600w or 500,
But Judging on the K450 Casing, this is somehow like the K410 which also may have one connector that you will not find on a replacement PSU
this is the Connector From the Lenovo OEM PSU
This is For powering up the Case feature such as light and the performance switch on top of the case,
Other Users with k410 who did an upgrades said that they just let the light and the switch off without the connector and there were difference in performance,
Some Did an Upgrade like on this thread,
http://forums.lenovo.com/t5/IdeaCentre-Desktops-Home-Servers/K410-graphics-and-power-supply/td-p/111...
Hope this Helps,
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