[Graphics Cards] PSU for the 8800 GT

[mihirkula]

ok im getting an intel e6750 2.66 ghz, gigabyte GA-P35-ds3, 2GB DDR2 RAM and an 8800 GT.

now how much wattage is recommended? i'd really appreciate the help, thnk u.

mihirkula.

 

[aadamszc]

Well, I'd get one that that is 500W....although you could probably get by with 450W.

On that note, the amps are more important. You need to make sure you are getting atleast 26Ampules on the 12V rail(s).

 

[mihirkula]

ok thnx a lot...now can anyone pls explain wt the deal wid the 26Ampules on the 12V rail is all about ... i mean how important is that for the PSU....and what it really means...

moreover PSU is recommended...im thinking of buying the Zebronics one and it costs $40.... sum info needed pls.. thank u.

 

[mihirkula]

oh 1 more thing...how do i knw how many amps we get on the 12V rail...is there some sticker somewhere or what...

 

[ramo]

aadamszc is right take a 450W or 500W with 26amps on the 12V rails

http://www.guru3d.com/article/Videocards/470/3/

I suggest you buy the 450VX corsair

Always invest in a good psu!

Yes, there is a sticker on the psu
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ShowImage.aspx?CurImage=17-139-003-06.jpg&Image=17-139-003-02.jpg%2c17-139-003-03.jpg%2c17-139-003-04.jpg%2c17-139-003-05.jpg%2c17-139-003-06.jpg%2c17-139-003-09.jpg%2c17-139-003-10.jpg%2c17-139-003-11.jpg%2c17-139-003-07.jpg%2c17-139-003-08.jpg&S7ImageFlag=0&Depa=0&Description=CORSAIR+CMPSU-450VX+450W+Power+Supply

 

[quantumsheep]

30A on 12V rail ftw!