CPU Problem or Power Supply?
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 15, 2005 at 21:15:17 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply?OS: Win XP w/SP2CPU/Ram: 2.6 GHz OC to 2.9 P4/ 1 G |
Comment: Ok ive had this comp for awhile and i know for a fact that it isnt overheating because of temperature monitors. My motherboard has an overclocking utility which let me up the CPU to 3. But i decided to stick it safe with 2.9GHz. Its a P4 Northwood 800FSB w/HT normally at 2.6GHz. Now suddenly my comp restarts by itself every few hours even though the temp monitor never goes above 40 degrees C. However my PSU is 150W which I think might be the reason my comp randomly restarts. Could the machine not be getting enough juice? Any input would be greatly appreciated. P4 2.6 Northwood 800FSB OC to 2.9
1 GB RAM DDR400
ATI Radeon 9600XT Zo
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Response Number 1
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 15, 2005 at 21:41:14 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)just for clarification when i say restart i mean the screen just flashes off and the computer restarts. like a split second thing. no freezing or time between when it shuts off and turns on again. Zo
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Response Number 2
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Name: indigian
Date: November 16, 2005 at 01:34:47 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)150watt.Wow.Are you sure?
Yeah it sounds Very weak. Amperage on the +12v rail is what you need
to look at. Tt Lanfire
MSI K8N Diamond
AMD64 3000+'Venice'
1gb pc4400
OCZ Powerstream 520w
6600GT
WDCaviar 160gb sata x2;~}
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Response Number 4
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Name: INH
Date: November 16, 2005 at 14:24:59 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)150 watt? im surprised it started at all ! yes get a different power supply
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Response Number 5
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 16, 2005 at 14:31:19 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)Thanks guys just making sure :P. Been making computers for 5 years never had to mess with a power supply before. this is what happens when u try to make a gaming machine for under $300:D. The only thing i havent replaced in the case is the power supply. soon this machine will be all me:P. Gateway case haha. Now the only problem is finding a cheap micro ATX PSU. any recommendations? Zo
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Response Number 6
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 16, 2005 at 14:51:41 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)just found a mATX 320W supply for $23 including s&h. U guys think that will do? Zo
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Response Number 7
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Name: Quicksilver
Date: November 17, 2005 at 08:27:29 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)I've just had a look at the psu you mention:
http://www.outletpc.com/c0833.html You will get no gains from this! +12v is very low.
You should be looking for a psu with a minimum of 18amps on the +12. This psu will not perform well, hence it's low price. AMD Athlon 64 FX-55
WinXP Pro. WinXP Pro x64
Nvidia:6800GT
Dane Electronic Pro. Dual 1024MB 400MHz RAM
Tagan 480Watt PSU: 28Amps on +12volt rail.
Asus A8V Deluxe "WiFi" M/Board
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Response Number 8
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 17, 2005 at 09:42:53 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)great i made a bad buy then:(. Could someone help me look a good one. i have no idea what im doing. Zo
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Response Number 9
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 17, 2005 at 16:29:58 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)crap i just looked up the +12V on my current PSU and its 8.5A so basically id be downgrading with the PSU i just bought right? the one i just bought is on that link by quicksilver and it has 6A for +12V. im trying to find a good one. help would be greatly apperciated. Zo
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Response Number 10
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Name: zcubed
Date: November 17, 2005 at 16:44:48 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)nevermind think i found a great one. http://cgi.ebay.com/Micro-ATX-350W-Power-Supply-for-Emachines-HP-New_W0QQitemZ6822742048QQcategoryZ80172QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem . looks good in all aspects. tell me what u think. Zo
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Response Number 11
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Name: indigian
Date: November 18, 2005 at 04:40:52 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)I think it's cheap n basic.
Try and get a quality one,less hassles in the long run. Tt Lanfire
MSI K8N Diamond
AMD64 3000+'Venice'
1gb pc4400
OCZ Powerstream 520w
6600GT
WDCaviar 160gb sata x2;~}
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Response Number 12
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Name: Quicksilver
Date: November 19, 2005 at 05:19:51 Pacific
Subject: CPU Problem or Power Supply? |
Reply: (edit)The second one you have chosen has much better specs.
But, I agree with indigian, try for one with the same, or better specs but of better quality. I know it's down to the cost, but in the long run it will pay off to spend a little more for a better quality and usually more stable and long lasting psu.
It will also mean that for future upgrades you have a psu that will be suitable therefore saving you from having to buy another.
AMD Athlon 64 FX-55
WinXP Pro. WinXP Pro x64
Nvidia:6800GT
Dane Electronic Pro. Dual 1024MB 400MHz RAM
Tagan 480Watt PSU: 28Amps on +12volt rail.
Asus A8V Deluxe "WiFi" M/Board
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