[Ham-Computers] Questions about building a 'new' computer

[Dan Violette]

I also saw what you are talking about.  I think the 5v multiplied by the 5v
amps was the wattage to use.  They are adding useless watts to the rating by
playing with the additional 5v and the 12 v lines.  I think the tags now
have another wattage rating than the "total".  I remember looking at the
pictures of the tags at NewEgg when I was getting the parts for mine.  Dan
KI6X

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>> 4.  Assuming the fast processor, TWO hard drives, TWO CD ROM drives 
>> (one writable DVD) etc, how much "power supply" should I look for in 
>> the case I buy?
>>
> 380 watt +

Be very very careful with power supplies.

There was a recent review (cannot find the URL at the moment) that 
documented some of the dubious marketing ethics used in describing their
genuine vs theoretical capacities.

If you need 380+ watts then you need one that does
400 watts continuous without drooping.

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