Power Supply OK?

[Talk2Me]

I've upgraded my computer, but still have a 250W power supply. What are the symptoms of it not being enough? I put an ECS K7S5A mobo and AMD 1800+ CPU in it.

[Rick]

Some of the things that will/can happen when the PS is too small
Boot Failure.
Random reboot
High temperatures (Fan speed reduced )


Check around and I think you will find the Minimum recommended P/S for that M/B cpu combo is Over 300 watt
In fact a 400watt or larger would be a better idea
Depending on what else you have installed in that case

[saphalline]

I think a 350W would be plenty for that system, again depending on what else you have in there. One optical drive, on hard drive, basic expansions, 2 or 3 case fans - 300-350W. If you've got more than three optical/hard drives, then 400W or more would be better.