If I unhooked some things that I don't normally use? Such as 2 DVD writers, PCI modem, etc......
2007-12-10 17:09:38 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
Ok I'm gonna get a 350watt. It's pretty cheap :D 20 bucks haha I'm on a budget because it's christmas and all. And I don't think anyone is gonna gift me a power supply lols
2007-12-10 17:28:21 · update #1
Just a "maybe" ....
It's because power supply usage is not only on the video card but processor, sound cards, hard drivers etc. So yes, it "could" help. But sadly, the biggest power draws are processor and video card. The others just pile up.
Even if the video card box/documentation recommends a power supply unit's power rating, its not even sure to work on it because you might be using a whole lot of other stuff thats using power as well.
And don't worry...... Nothing will explode or get fried if it's undervoltaged, usually you'll get a Windows and/or BIOS warning that your overall power usage exceeds your PSU unit.
But to be safe, it's better to have a 500W or better power supply. No hassles. =)
2007-12-10 17:27:14 · answer #1 · answered by venereal_madness 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Possibly, chances are that it would operate normally until you try to run a 3D app, when that happens, most cards will up their core and memory speeds, thus drawing more power. In the event that there inadequate amounts of power, usually the computer will just turn off. But if you're unlucky there may be significant damage to the mobo. With that said, there quite a bit of fudge factor when dealing with PSU's. If you have a good high quality PSU, you may be able to get away with it. But if you have some cheap generic PSU that came with your case. Then you might have problems.
2007-12-11 09:16:51 · answer #2 · answered by fodaddy19 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will but I would not take the risk of running anything with that powersupply. You can damage your videocard and possibly fry the motherboard.
Although I did try it once on an old HP computer I had. It came with a 100W PS, but I was able to run a GeForce MX440 on it which requires atleast 300W.
You can buy a nice new 400W+PSU for $50-$60.
2007-12-11 01:16:36 · answer #3 · answered by curiousnovice 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No don't try it you will fry your computer better off buying a new power supply with at least 500 watts possible an antec
2007-12-11 01:12:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
if ya want to fry the card or your psu ya could but,no you need a psu with more wattage........if ya need 300 minimum i would with like a 400-450.watter......that way if ya upgrade to better card ya got some wattage to play with...in the future if ya need to figure out wattages heres a very good calc.......it will get ya close........http://www.extreme.outervision.com/psucalculatorlite.jsp
good luck.........scott
2007-12-11 01:22:59 · answer #5 · answered by Scott 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Possibly, but its pretty risky doing that! there is a chance that it could fry ur video card!
I wouldnt do it, theres just too much risk.
2007-12-11 01:43:27 · answer #6 · answered by Crysis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO, you will burn up the vidcard...It won't have the necessary amperage as well as being under voltage...a sure way of destroying the card quick...
2007-12-11 01:13:26 · answer #7 · answered by MUff1N 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not for very long ;)
2007-12-11 01:18:28 · answer #8 · answered by Randolph 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋