I'm learning way too much too fast -
in other words, finding out a lot of info I didn't know
existed, and of course that I have bought into some
junk - meaning a generic power supply incl in a case.
From what I've recently learned, I need a PS in the
500W range that has a thermal monitoring feature and
a 2 pin thermal sensor cable to connect to the board to
activate, as well as one that varies fan rpm pursuant to
board-monitored cooling requirements.
Also, my ASUS P4C800E-Deluxe board has what the
manual calls a PWR Fan connection - ?? The manual
doesn't really elaborate on that issue. Is that for
the PS fan, or ??? Confusing as from what I know
the PS internal fan(s) are powered from within as opposed
to external connections to the board.
Anyway - the sticky post suggests an Enermax as good
quality at a reasonable price. I'll look them up - but for
now would anyone have a recommendation so I don't miss
something? Both as to particular model and a good source.
Also, are they electrically stable enough that I could dispense
with a stabilizing capacitor between the PS and the board?
As always, thanks!!
in other words, finding out a lot of info I didn't know
existed, and of course that I have bought into some
junk - meaning a generic power supply incl in a case.
From what I've recently learned, I need a PS in the
500W range that has a thermal monitoring feature and
a 2 pin thermal sensor cable to connect to the board to
activate, as well as one that varies fan rpm pursuant to
board-monitored cooling requirements.
Also, my ASUS P4C800E-Deluxe board has what the
manual calls a PWR Fan connection - ?? The manual
doesn't really elaborate on that issue. Is that for
the PS fan, or ??? Confusing as from what I know
the PS internal fan(s) are powered from within as opposed
to external connections to the board.
Anyway - the sticky post suggests an Enermax as good
quality at a reasonable price. I'll look them up - but for
now would anyone have a recommendation so I don't miss
something? Both as to particular model and a good source.
Also, are they electrically stable enough that I could dispense
with a stabilizing capacitor between the PS and the board?
As always, thanks!!