PSU/graffix card

[superior96]

can i run a recommended 300w min graffix card on a 250w PSU?

and what would happen if i did?

 

[Infiniteaqua]

I wouldn't recommend it, but then again video card manufacturers have a tendency to put higher energy requirements on video cards to avoid being blamed by people who have a crappy psu's. I highly doubt that a 250 w psu could handle the card, and the potential of frying your components is just not worth the risk. Instead I would recommend buying a high quality psu and replacing the one you have. It's a fairly simple process and you should go to newegg.com to find one that fits your price range and requirements.

 

[g3force]

Not enough information is given here, such as the card in question and the PSU.

 

[superior96]

card geforce 8400 gs 512mb 64 bit/ psu not sure but the sticker inside said 250w

 

[superior96]

Not enough information is given here, such as the card in question and the PSU.

geforce 8400 gs 512mb 64bit psu sticker said 250w