Power Supply Wattage Questions

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by NanoH, Nov 27, 2005.

  1. NanoH

    NanoH Private E-2

    I'm upgrading my computer and want to get a new power supply. I'm just wondering, if I got one that was for example 500W, would that have any negative effect on my computer due to the extra/unused W?
     
    NanoH, Nov 27, 2005
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  2. goldfish

    goldfish Lt. Sushi.DC

    Absolutely nothing. It just means you've got more headroom should you need it.
     
    goldfish, Nov 27, 2005
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  3. NanoH

    NanoH Private E-2

    Alright, thanks for the quick response.
     
    NanoH, Nov 27, 2005
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  4. Rikky

    Rikky Wile E. Coyote - One of a kind

    Only go for a name brand dont look at the wattage,its better to go for a 400w enermax,antec,tagan,ultra x ect than a 500w generic
     
    Rikky, Nov 27, 2005
    #4

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