Upgrading PSU in a Dell

[ledzep228]

I have heard that only dell psu's can be used in dell computers.

If I replace the motherboard can I use an aftermarket PSU?

Are there any other incompatibilities besides the motherboard?

Thanks.

-ledzep

 

[waylander]

motherboard and psu should be the only things to worry about, everything else is standard.

 

[Jake_Barnes]

http://www.pcpower.com/products/power_supplies/selector/dell.htm

PC Power & Cooling - Dell compatible PSU's.

 

[tool_462]

Never knew there was such a thing. They don't even charge a billion dollars like I thought they would!

 

[BigPinkMonkey]

I posted a thread asking if I could build a PC using my old Dell case and everyone said it shouldn't be a problem. What's the deal?

 

[BigPinkMonkey]

I posted a thread asking if I could build a PC using my old Dell case and everyone said it shouldn't be a problem. What's the deal?

Never mind. Rereading, it seems like there are going to be little incompatibilities that make buying a new case a better route.

 

[SPARTAN-117]

PC Power & Cooling makes Dell upgrade PSU's. They range anywhere from $75 to $130 USD.

Hope this helps.

 

[JimSpaza]

I have heard that only dell psu's can be used in dell computers.

If I replace the motherboard can I use an aftermarket PSU?

Are there any other incompatibilities besides the motherboard?

Thanks.

-ledzep

You can use a non-Dell or aftermarket power supply on most Dells, especially the newer ones. I have an older Dell 4600. I replaced the power supply which came with the PC with a more powerful Antec power supply. I did NOT change the motherboard. There were no problems. Everything fit and connected just fine.

There is the small possibility of a few potential incompatibilities. Just to make sure, it would help for you to list your components including the new motherboard and power supply that you are considering.

 

[lostandwandering]

I don't know what his specs are but my Dimension 8400 is in my sig. I have been considering upgrading the PSU and mobo to accommodate a new GPU and CPU, so this thread is actually helpful to more than just the OP. Thanks for the info on the PC Power and Cooling PSUs.