Originally posted by: Auric
Well if your FSP450 barely manages then that seals my fate
But isn't that Booster o'erkill? Do you likewise want to avoid physically replacing the existing PSU or do you figger on using even more demanding viddy cards in the future?
Both actually... :laugh:
Besides the ease of instalation, my reasoning is this... If I use a "Booster" the combined cost (Booster + original cost of my PSU) is about the same as replacing the PSU altogether...
Also, since I really like these 450W
Fortron's, and other than this the PSU is rock solid and dependable, using a "Booster" is a more affordable option (I already OWN the PSU so no additional cash layout) and it can move with me if/when I upgrade... And having a PSU
JUST for my graphics means that the system PSU does not have to strain to keep up with the power demand... This may mean a more "Stable" system overall (at least that's my logic/hope... :laugh: )
One thing to note however... These are NOT recommended for use with the 8800 series nVidia cards (7900 series only) though "Some" people have had good luck with them while "Others" have not...
I'd be willing to bet that
Fortron (FSP) will mostlikely be offering an upgraded version of this "Booster" soon to answer the future power needs of the "Power Hungry" G'Cards to come, as they are usually quick to keep up with the increasing power demands of the newer systems... JMHO...
I'll be sure to let everyone know how things go when I get one for myself and test it...
wizzard0003
\\//_
PS:
I'm from the school of thought that one can NEVER have
Too Much PSU... Just
Too Little... :laugh: