Hi guys, I've looked around the Internet for a solid 30 minutes and I can't find a definitive answer anywhere (I usually can =/).
I have a Gateway GT5252 Media Center PC, which has a 300W stock PSU. From what I understand, it's some sort of weird hybrid ATX/BTW or micro-ATX...I dunno, I'm getting mixed information. Anyhow, I recently installed an Nvidia 9600GT and a Creative XtremeGamer card. Everything is running great, but I JUST realized that the low wattage PSU might cause me serious problems down the road. I'm actually surprised my system hasn't fried yet or something.
I'm looking to get something 500+, but I have no idea how to find something that fits and is compatible with my system. The only info I found of a guy successfully upgrading was a 500W ATX, but that's not really specific enough for me (plus, aren't there multiple types of ATX PSUs?).
Please suggest some specific models that I can use for a decent price. Also, do you guys suggest that I leave my computer off for a while until I put the new PSU in there? I'm starting to get paranoid about my tiny 300W...
Thanks so much in advance. Trying to order today, if possible.
*oops probably should've searched these forums first. Noob mistake...
Couldn't find any specifics in the search. Anybody?
I have a Gateway GT5252 Media Center PC, which has a 300W stock PSU. From what I understand, it's some sort of weird hybrid ATX/BTW or micro-ATX...I dunno, I'm getting mixed information. Anyhow, I recently installed an Nvidia 9600GT and a Creative XtremeGamer card. Everything is running great, but I JUST realized that the low wattage PSU might cause me serious problems down the road. I'm actually surprised my system hasn't fried yet or something.
I'm looking to get something 500+, but I have no idea how to find something that fits and is compatible with my system. The only info I found of a guy successfully upgrading was a 500W ATX, but that's not really specific enough for me (plus, aren't there multiple types of ATX PSUs?).
Please suggest some specific models that I can use for a decent price. Also, do you guys suggest that I leave my computer off for a while until I put the new PSU in there? I'm starting to get paranoid about my tiny 300W...
Thanks so much in advance. Trying to order today, if possible.
*oops probably should've searched these forums first. Noob mistake...
Couldn't find any specifics in the search. Anybody?