Msi gtx 750 ti low profile on a 300w power supply
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What make and model PSU is it?
What make and model motherboard do you have?
As long as your motherboard has the appropriate slot to take the GPU (PCIe), then it will be fine.
However the make and model of the PSU is vital as whilst the 750Ti only draws 60W of power, a bad/cheap PSU always spells danger.
What make and model motherboard do you have?
As long as your motherboard has the appropriate slot to take the GPU (PCIe), then it will be fine.
However the make and model of the PSU is vital as whilst the 750Ti only draws 60W of power, a bad/cheap PSU always spells danger.
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Apologies but I don't quite understand what you mean by is it 'safe'?
Obviously they are made to be installed, if you mean are there any risks? Yes, but only if you do it carelessly.
- If you go in wearing lovely fluffy socks on carpet, you could generate static and discharge to your components, thus damaging them
- You could force the GPU in a way in which is damages the PCIe slot, the motherboard or the GPU itself
- You could get oil or dust on the major connections of the component
- You could forget to connect a key power connector or secure the GPU to the case
It's easier to damage the Motherboard, CPU etc.
But it really isn't difficult, there are risks associated with handling any electrical component, but with some very simple precautions, there will be no problem.
Obviously they are made to be installed, if you mean are there any risks? Yes, but only if you do it carelessly.
- If you go in wearing lovely fluffy socks on carpet, you could generate static and discharge to your components, thus damaging them
- You could force the GPU in a way in which is damages the PCIe slot, the motherboard or the GPU itself
- You could get oil or dust on the major connections of the component
- You could forget to connect a key power connector or secure the GPU to the case
It's easier to damage the Motherboard, CPU etc.
But it really isn't difficult, there are risks associated with handling any electrical component, but with some very simple precautions, there will be no problem.
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With all due respect, that's why I've been asking what make and model your Power Supply is!
Fire's in computers will often only be the result of a faulty component, a poor/cheap quality component, or something being allowed to drastically overheat (wherein stupidity lies). You will have minimal risk.
These are components MADE to go together. Assuming none of them are faulty, and you just follow the easy precautions, there is absolutely no problem.
You're problem will lie in if you have a poor quality PSU, that does not supply enough power, or overstresses itself. That's why every experienced PC builder on here will say, always get the PSU right before any other component.
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Right, thanks for the image. Unfortunately that is more than likely a poor quality, cheap PSU. Which can spell disaster.
The manufacturers recommended system PSU for the 750TI is 300W and I believe it requires 20A on your 12 rail with other high end components. Equally a lot of cheap PSUs don't actually distribute the power that they suggest that they give out. IMO if you want to upgrade to a 750Ti, I would also get yourself a good quality 300W-400W, maybe even a higher wattage if you want to give headspace for future upgrades.
In short, a GOOD, reputable 300W should suffice, but yours unfortunately seems poor / cheap quality, so I would upgrade to a reputable PSU. More wattage will also give you more room for future expandability.
A poor quality PSU will spell disaster if you encounter a surge, and they can damage/underpower the rest of your components if you don't have enough headspace off power.
The manufacturers recommended system PSU for the 750TI is 300W and I believe it requires 20A on your 12 rail with other high end components. Equally a lot of cheap PSUs don't actually distribute the power that they suggest that they give out. IMO if you want to upgrade to a 750Ti, I would also get yourself a good quality 300W-400W, maybe even a higher wattage if you want to give headspace for future upgrades.
In short, a GOOD, reputable 300W should suffice, but yours unfortunately seems poor / cheap quality, so I would upgrade to a reputable PSU. More wattage will also give you more room for future expandability.
A poor quality PSU will spell disaster if you encounter a surge, and they can damage/underpower the rest of your components if you don't have enough headspace off power.
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If your PSU can supply an adequate level of power, it will work normally.
If your PSU cannot supply the adequate level of power, the GPU will not function correctly.
If your PSU is cheap quality with poor safety mechanisms in place, and cannot supply the power, it may stress itself to destruction.
If your PSU cannot supply the adequate level of power, the GPU will not function correctly.
If your PSU is cheap quality with poor safety mechanisms in place, and cannot supply the power, it may stress itself to destruction.
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