I have an emachines T2792. It currently has a 250 Watt power supply, will any similar 250 Watt power supply work to replace mine.
2006-12-16 16:25:00 · 7 answers · asked by loomis2k4 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
It is a 20 pin. So, if I have find one that fits that is at least the same wattage, it should work fine?
2006-12-16 16:35:31 · update #1
as long as you get the right form factor and pins for mobo power dongle.. 20 pin, 24 pin, or 20+4.. that emachine probably uses a 20.. just gotta make sure the power supply you get has sufficient molex connectors..
For the remark ahead of me, getting a power supply that is more wattage has nothing to do with it going out faster or providing any extra benefits what so ever. The only time you should get a bigger powered power supply is if you upgrade components which require it.. (e.g. video card, processor, etc..)
2006-12-16 16:30:10 · answer #1 · answered by keith s 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is much better to purchase a stronger power supply. Power Supplies with 400 watts are extremely reasonable in price.
Unfortunatly, the power supply is the most negleted unit in the computer and it is the first most important part. If it fails, nothing works. If it goes bad slowely, it destroys the motherboard, CPU, RAM and possibley the Graphics Card.
The power supply has to power all the devices in the computer and some that are hanged on from the out side. Should you want a card reader, or another DVD/CD drive, fans, what ever, your hard drive has to power them.
Please do not buy a 35$- $40 power supply! Start at $60.00.
and compare specifications. Never mind blinking lights, and removable cables.
Fans 1
PFC Active
Main Connector 24-Pin
Dual +12V Triple +12V
NVIDIA SLI Certified
Power Good Signal 300ms
Hold-up Time 24 ms
Efficiency 85%
Input Voltage 90 - 264 V
Input Current 15A
Output: +5V @ 30A, +12V1 @ 16A, (CPU), +12V2 @ 16A (CPU), +12V3
@ 36A (Graphics, Drives), - 12V @ 0.8A, +3.3V @ 30A,
+5VSB @ 3.5A, MTBF 120,000 hours
Features
Connectors 24-pin, 8-pin, 4-pin, dual 6-pin video, 6 SATA, 8 Molex, 1 mini
The above are only for considerations to help you
make your selection.
2006-12-16 16:45:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eventhough the power supply on your e-machine said 250 it only put on around 150 watts max. OEM tends to put really cheap power supply on their machines. You need to get a brandname ps like Antec, Enermax or PC Power&Cooling. Get one that has a rating of at least 350 watts because you'll need it for future upgrades on your e-machine. You can get the ps from just about any retailers and they will work. Newer ps has 24 pins but they can work with your connector because they can plug in with the 4 extra pin outside. It can only goes in one way. Some ps will also have a break away 4 pins just for people with 20 pins connector on the motherboard.
2006-12-16 17:03:56 · answer #3 · answered by Ted B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is usually a table printed on the side of the PSU showing currents at each voltage, for example:
+12 30 A
+5 12 A
+3.3 8 A
Your new power supply should match or exceed the amperage for each voltage, the totals are not necessarily a good indicator.
2006-12-16 16:42:26 · answer #4 · answered by Computer Guy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just find a Power Supply that matches the Dimensions of your old one....Wattage doesnt matter...in fact...I would look for a 350w power supply so you don't have that problem again.
2006-12-16 16:28:49 · answer #5 · answered by troubled1367 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
MICRO ATX FORM FACTOR IS WHAT YOU NEED . W/ 20 PIN POWER SUPPLY CONNECTR. MORE WATTAGE WOULD BE BETTER , SAY 300-350. I HAD A T2684 EMACHINES. POWER SUPPLY'S A REALLY CHEAP THAT THEY COME WITH.
2006-12-16 16:40:03 · answer #6 · answered by punkoolsyawla 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you have an emachine and they only gave you 250 watt power supply!!!! you should get ur money back
2006-12-16 16:39:46 · answer #7 · answered by kingajs 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋