Is my PSU sufficient to run gtx 460 1GB SLI?
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Hello everyone.
I was just wondering if my OCZ 700W PSU can run a pair of GTX460's..I ask because i have an i7 950 running @4.0GHZ, 6GB 1600MHZ ram @1144MHZ, with an ASUS Rampage Gene 3 motherboard, and one 460 for now...I dont have any problems whatsoever with one card, but since my CPU is overclocked, im having doubts that 700W is enough..and IF it IS enough to run in SLI, will that effect the longevity of my PSU? (My understanding is that running a PSU near its maximum capacity, shortens its lifespan, and increases the chance of failure-which can fry other parts of the pc).
I was just wondering if my OCZ 700W PSU can run a pair of GTX460's..I ask because i have an i7 950 running @4.0GHZ, 6GB 1600MHZ ram @1144MHZ, with an ASUS Rampage Gene 3 motherboard, and one 460 for now...I dont have any problems whatsoever with one card, but since my CPU is overclocked, im having doubts that 700W is enough..and IF it IS enough to run in SLI, will that effect the longevity of my PSU? (My understanding is that running a PSU near its maximum capacity, shortens its lifespan, and increases the chance of failure-which can fry other parts of the pc).
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Your PSU has 1x6pin and 1x6+2pin connectors. You need 2x6pin connectors for a 460. 4x6pin for 2 460s. I think you can use a molex connector to solve that problem. 460s in SLi are recommended a 600W power supply. Your PSU is more than enough. Your system will not use the maximum amount of power it can use ALL the time, only when it is needed (rarely)... You will be safe.
460s in SLi will be sweet, good luck with your upgrade![:)]( ":)")
460s in SLi will be sweet, good luck with your upgrade
If this (below) works, then your OCZ setup should work for your 460s ![:)]( ":)")
http://www.nvnews.net/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=157818
http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?p=1036540153
http://www.nvnews.net/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=157818
http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?p=1036540153
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http://extreme.outervision.com/tools.jsp Here you go ![:)]( ":)")
Your overclocked CPU will not exceed 180W (130W stock) at MAX LOAD. SO, 610+50=660. I repeat, you will be FINE ![:)]( ":)")
Your overclocked CPU will not exceed 180W (130W stock) at MAX LOAD. SO, 610+50=660. I repeat, you will be FINE tigrc said:
http://extreme.outervision.com/tools.jsp Here you go Your overclocked CPU will not exceed 180W (130W stock) at MAX LOAD. SO, 610+50=660. I repeat, you will be FINE thnx for letting me know..yea i checked out guru3d review on gtx 460 sli 786mb version, and their power consumption for 460 in sli was 433W(id round that off to 450, and 200W-worst case scenario, for the CPU) so im in the 650W zone..i just hope this OCZ StealXTream 2 700W doesnt die on me due to running near its maximum, because i use the pc mostly for gaming....well gotta save up some cash, and in the new year ill grab another 460...right now after rebate, their 150$ from tigerdirect.ca!
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