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Is 520w supplyer enaugh?

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Hey guys, i wanna ask how much power i need to keep my new system running, i was hoping i could get away with 520?

system specs:

CPU : Dual Core E5200 2mb cache, 3-3.5ghz

GFX CARD : Inno3D GeForce GTX 260 896MB

RAM : Corsair 2gb, 800mhz, maybe im gonna get a better one

MOBO : MSI : MS-7360

HARD DRIVE : 300gb, thats all i know about it lol

DISC DRIVE : im not sure, its just a regular one.. not too good and not too bad

then i have a sound card and wireless network card.. and 2 fans running

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so is 520w enaugh or what?

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500W/550W should be plenty.

This Corsair 550W is very nice.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] air%20550w

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Reply to drunknmunkys

it said i needed 380 wats there are alot of stuff there i didnt even know want meant, im no expert.. but i know alot

Reply to daniellos3

A good 450 watt PSU will be more than adequate for your system.

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