Something else that sets ATX12V and ATX power supplies apart is the power connectors they provide. The ATX12V standard (as of version 2.0) requires a15-pin SATA power connector. If you need to use aSATAdevice but the PSU doesn't have a SATA power connector, you'll need aMolex 4-pinto...
If you have a large PC case, then it would be better to opt for an ATX PSU. This is because they usually have better cooling capabilities, and your case can accommodate them as well. AsIntel claims, too much heat can cause your overall system to slow down, and an ATX PSU with a ...
Getting a cheap psu isn't the best idea, because it can fry your whole system really easily if you arent carefull. It could also explode of melt if its really bad This said, this one from Amazon.com looks good and is 500w. Make sure to look at reviews whatever you decide. Bloxy...
im upgrading my gpu so i need a 450w psu but im concerned about whether i have a ATX, Micro ATX or Mini ITX motherboard. does specific type of motherboard support specific psu's? here's my model number M32CD_A_F_K20CD_K31CD. this is my first time so be kind DxDiag.txtUnavai...
mini-ITX - when space is important. Thin mini-ITX - when space is really important, or you want a strikingly thin case. mini-STX - for specialized applications, or just because you can. I haven't really gotten the point of micro-ATX. I even have a case for one, bu...
So this is all about PC. Whether you want to have a budget, economical or warrior PC, there are a number of common components that you will always need, a case, a PSU, CPU cooler, monitor, keyboard, mouse, DVD/BR burner and stuff like that so I'm not going int...
A rocker switch to turn the power supply on and off.On the front of the power supply, which is not visible unless the computer is opened, you find several cables. These cables connect to the computer motherboard and other internal components. With an ATX (Advanced Technology eXtended) mother...
There are multiple standard sizes of motherboards: mini ITX (smallest), micro ATX (medium), ATX (large) Prices tend to be a little bit cheaper for micro ATX versus ATX. However, you will not be able to put more than 2 GPU. I do not recommend micro ITX motherboard, they are more ...
if you had $1,000 right now to spend on a budget gaming computer which route would you take? This is all assuming you have a nice case and a power already...and solid-state drives cost the same regardless of platform... Target = 1440p The make, model and age of psu ...
Understanding Power Connectors Is Easy A desktop PC has several electronic components with different power requirements. So, you need a PSU to deliver all the required voltages through various power connectors. You'll need an 8-pin EPS connector for the CPU and a 20+4 or 24-pin ATX power ...