How can I test if my PSU is safe?(before connecting it to everything)

[Triknives]

Hi, im going to be installing my new PSU, in to my new system soon. Its an Antec 430 Earthwatts. I have heard good things about them, and well antec is quite good, and i believe they are build by seasonic, a great brand.

I 've heard horror stories about people blowing up their systems just by plugging them in(and powering them up). Is there a way I can test if my PSU is safe before connecting it to my system? I know of the method of connecting the Green pin to the Black, but will that be able to test it? Would a computer shop be able to hook it up? Or am i just going to have to find a dummy system? Please help guys, im really scared about this. Not sure if part warranties will protect me.

 

[PsyKhiqZero]

You can buy a PSU tester. they're like 20 dollars.

 

[bdollar]

also, and call me captain obvious, but make sure your PSU meets the requirments of the components.

 

[Zorg]

Ok, captain obvious. :lol: You told me to.

 

[Triknives]

Lol bdollar yes, im well aware of that solution? Ive just heard messed up stories, just wanted to see if i could test it. Ill look in to the PSU tester, seems like a worthy investment. Thanks guys.

 

[bdollar]

sorry i had to.

 

[Groveling_Wyrm]

if you have one handy, a voltmeter and some resistors and caps works well for testing through loads....but thats prolly a little too advanced....LOL!!!