Quick Question

[paintballer]

I have an old computer that i bought for 100 bucks. It has a 3 year old 230watt power supply . Im getting an athlon 2100, a new mobo (not sure what yet), a few fans, and some memory. I was just wondering, since i dont wanna put too much money into this computer, if i need a new power supply? I was thinking that i did since its only 230 watts and three years old but since im trying to do this as cheaply as possible, i figured id ask. As usual, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[Larry K]

well, you can get a new power supply for only 20-30 bucks... BUT I totally understand about the money issue.

My thoughts are:
1) 230 PS is pretty low
2) 300 seems a minimum
3) maybe you can use the existing 230 IF your not planning on using to much hardware equipment

Good Luck

 

[Cappy]

what is your current motherboard and CPU type in it now?
ive got an Antec SL400 PS looking for a home
Id go with at least a quality 350 watt PS or higher .If you plan on adding new HD down the road you`ll wish you had .