bandeezee

March 27, 2009 at 3:08pm

I'm no expert, but I'm trying to understand why you don't think the problem can be with the power supply.  He said his computer runs fine with his OLD 6800gs (which takes max of like 55watts), but doesn't work with the newer, much more power hungry, 8800GT (not GS) and 9800GTX+ (both of which take MUCH more than 55 watts under load).

 

So, to me, the power supply very much seems like it could be the issue because he said it's crashing during games when the video card is in need of more power.  Plus, he doesn't even say what kind of power supply he's using or how much wattage it is.

 

I'm not trying to insult you or anything, but when you are asking, "How did the doctor get this job?" I think it's a pretty reasonable diagnosis with the information given.  I also think that you should maybe research this information a bit more before making a comment like that.  Unless of course you know this as an issue with the Asus P5K mobo, then please let me know so I can understand.

 

He doesn't have to go out and buy a new power supply, just swap with somebody he knows to test it first before buying.  Anyhow, just my 2 cents.  I respect MPC and the work they do.  I also appreciate their help with the simple stuff.

mesiah

March 27, 2009 at 8:51pm

So, because you were too lazy to save your receipt, and just because you were lucky with your cheap power supply, that means that everyone should put junk PSUs in their machines? Thats the most idiotic reasoning I have heard all day, and this is the freaking internet. Hell, just because some guy has managed to keep the same ford pinto running for 35 years doesn't mean everyone should get rid of their toyotas the next time they have a flat tire.

Cheap power supplies can have any number of effects. From being just plain annoying and crashing your computer all the time, to burning up that precious video card that you were able to buy because you cheaped out on your PSU. Most people that do the math would drop an extra $100 on a PSU and not have to worry about replacing all their other components because of it. And if something did happen to go wrong, they are probably smart enough to hold on to their receipt...

HellTempest

March 27, 2009 at 11:08am

Just because one component fails you're going to say that all name brand PSUs suck?

PhelanPKell

March 27, 2009 at 10:14am

I'd say this isn't really fair to point blaim at MaxPC or name brand PSU's. The fact that your name brand PSU had a manufacturers warranty speeks volumes about the difference between name brand and store brands.

A store-brand comes with crap for a warranty, often requires you to buy an extended warranty, and despite your good fortune, fails frequently. Especially under stress.

My last foray into store/factory-brand PSU's cost me a motherboard and a video card (which I still have to remind me of the true cost of being cheap; not to be mistaken with buying inexpensive).
My friend bought a Future Shop PSU to boost the power in his HP system that he put a 8800 GTS in, and saw constant issues till we put in my 450w Thermaltake (the Future Shop PSU was a 500w).

These are just two instances, but since my problem, I've stuck with PSU's that I've researched, and that are name-brand (Thermaltake, OCZ, PC Power&Cooling, Corsair), and I've experienced no issues, and have ALWAYS kept my receipts, because Murphy is a douche and likes to screw with you when you least expect it.

This is a long song and dance, but you have to remember what comes with name brand:
-Better warranty
-80Plus ratings (no need to buy a high-powered PSU)
-Reliable parts (If your cheap PSU blows, it'll almost certainly blow out a minimum of one part, whereas name-brand PSU's don't blow your parts AS OFTEN).

The choice is still each individual persons, but the fate of your comp is in your hands.

Phated1

March 27, 2009 at 8:42am

thats true, however if hes already having a power issue, using a 700w supply isnt going to hurt anything.