Okay, my pc got fried (literally, it just started not turning on, but then one day when I was reconnecting the plug over and over like I usually would it started smoking and there was that awkward burning plastic smell), and I've left it alone for approximately a month or so. Now, I'm finally buying a power supply for it, because I think that's what will solve the problem (tell me if you think otherwise).
now, tomorrow I'm going to open up the tower and take a gander at how many watts the power supply now on pc has. As for buying a power supply, should I be buying something with MORE watts and or other stuff? (tell me if it is otherwise?)
2006-08-30 15:48:30 · 4 answers · asked by D 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Not all power supplies are easily (cheaply) replaced. Some use proprietary power supplies. They work the same they just may have different connectors or mounting brackets. A friend of mine owns a Gateway and his power supply has 2 prongs that attach the front of the power supply to the inside of the case. Standard power supplies do not have anything like this. Also make sure that the supply you are looking at has the right motherboard connector (20 or 24 pin). More watts are always good.
If it is a standard size squarish type box I would suggest www.newegg.com. They have a huge selection and fast, cheap shipping.
If you have a name brand computer (Dell, Gateway, HP etc...) the mfr's website will probably have directions explaining how to replace the power supply. They can usually be found under support or faq's.
2006-08-30 16:25:33 · answer #1 · answered by Leemo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Getting a 350 Watt after market power supply should be enough for what you are doing. Make anote of where your power supply is plugged in now, so you can make sure to get everything plugged in correctly.
A 350 Watt supply starts around $20
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/category/category_slc.asp?CatId=1077&SRCCODE=WEBGOOPOW&CMP=KNC-GOOGL
I think you are on the right track replacing the power supply.
2006-08-30 16:35:57 · answer #2 · answered by wallysierk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends, is it an e machine or some thing like that? 250 300 watts should be plenty for most pc's
its possible it friend everything so be prepared
2006-08-30 15:54:34 · answer #3 · answered by steve3402000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can go more watts if ya want..wont hurt anything
2006-08-30 15:52:56 · answer #4 · answered by rsist34 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋