- Oct 27, 2013
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I did some research before buying this card off of NewEgg, and even created a post here to make sure that my 525w PSU could handle this card, but lo and behold the day it arrives the box cites a minimum of 550 watts. Here's the exact model I bought: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121649
My PSU is manufactured by Dell, as it is part of a pre-built Alienware Aurora R2, and is certified 80plus silver. My biggest concern is that the design of the case has the power supply cables practically glued underneath immovable parts of the structure, so upgrading would be next to impossible. Am I still safe to use this card or should I return it for a less power-hungry model?
My PSU is manufactured by Dell, as it is part of a pre-built Alienware Aurora R2, and is certified 80plus silver. My biggest concern is that the design of the case has the power supply cables practically glued underneath immovable parts of the structure, so upgrading would be next to impossible. Am I still safe to use this card or should I return it for a less power-hungry model?
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