Dell Dimension 8200 PSU proprietary?

[imported_stev]

So my Dell Dimension 8200 PSU decided to quit on me and I'm wondering if I can buy a replacement off the shelf or if I have to get one from Dell. It looks like it uses a standard 20-pin connector to the motherboard and a 4-pin connector to the CPU, but I don't have another PSU to test with it. Anyone know for sure or know of a good way to tell by looking at it?

 

[mpilchfamily]

I think the most likly problem you'll run into is getting a standard ATX PSU to fit in the case. I'm sure if you get an mATX PSU it would fit fine.

 

[Aluvus]

From your description and this video, it appears to use standard ATX connectors. The main issues, as with a number of Dells, are that there is no cutout on the back of the case for a power switch, and the AC socket needs to be in the same place it is on the Dell supply. You can deal with these problems either by cutting away some metal or by shopping very carefully.

 

[WobbleWobble]

PC Power and Cooling makes some aftermarket PSUs specifically for Dell