What power supply?

[cal_woo]

I read JPMiller's guide on selecting a PSU and used the site listed to calculate my maximum watts at peak usage and it was 300 watts. So I'm looking for a 400-550 Watt PSU that has connectors for a PCI-e video card, and will be compatible with either the DFI LANPARTY UT nF4 Ultra-D ( http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813136152) or the MSI K8N Neo4 Platinum ( http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813130484 )

I checked out the OCZ Modstream 550watt on newegg ( http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817104155 ) and read a review, where they said everything was fine with it, comes with a 3 year manufacturer warranty etc. I'm just looking for a good quality (sparkle, antec) that will power my new PC which you can view @ http://www.techimo.com/forum/t145592.html

On the OCZ I only counted 20 pins on the connector to the motherboard, and both the DFI and the MSI use a 24 pin connector, I don't want to use an adapter as I feel you could possibly lose some wattage.

Thanks for all the help.

[#43 fan]

Budget.

[jml90]

Ocz all the way with the DFI board

[nwo75200]

Since you're looking to spend something in the ~100 range, I think this PSU would suit you best, and it has 24 pins, I counted

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817103924
or this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817101516

[#43 fan]

That has my vote, the Antec.

[cal_woo]

I'm still in limbo between the msi or the dfi, dfi is the awesome overclocker, but so many people I know have recommended the MSI board, also what ram would you prefer

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820146299
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145440

[nwo75200]

MSI has quite the compatibility issues, I'll tell you that, it didn't let me OC my CPU with Nvidia cards, and the 3dmark score with Nvidia cards is just a mess, while gaming is just like it's supposed to be. There's always a way around these bugs, but in some cases it may cost you $$$ on a new part in order to solve it or it may cost you a LOT of time because you would have to re-format your HDD to solve it.

bottom line:
DFI all the way

On the RAM, go with Corsair, better timings, better brand, same price- Corsair wins, hands down

[haxxorpoop]

Do not get a 500W PSU if you only need 300W at peak power. 400W is even a bit much, as you should probably be aiming around 350W. PSUs become less efficient (= more heat) when they run at wattages a lot lower than their rated maximum. Therefore, if you were running EVERYTHING under load, 300W on a 350W PSU would produce less heat than 300W on a 500W PSU.

If you plan on overclocking (meaning if you buy the DFI Mobo), then both of those rams suck. You need something that will compliment the motherboard and CPU (espically since you're getting a Venice), so you can push it up to its max.

[nwo75200]

Well you have a point, but you're forgetting that PSUs also become less efficient when they heat up, so it's always good to have at least 50W more than your peak usage, and it's always good to have at least 100W more than peak for future upgrades

Just go all out now (on the PSU) so you won't have to buy another one on your next big upgrade

[cal_woo]

The power supply is going to be supplying the 6800GT as well, so to be safe I would like to go with at least 400watt, can anyone suggest a 400watt psu from a reputable manufacturer with a 24 pin connector?

EDIT: I really like that Antec neopower, and nwo could you msg me on AIM, i added your UN

[#43 fan]

Here ya go-
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817103935

[cal_woo]

Here ya go-
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817103935

Thanks, I changed from the NeoPower to a similar PSU, but I changed quick and went ahead and ordered, but forgot to check the pin count and got a 20 pin, so as soon as it comes, I'm going to send it back and go for the smartpower 2.0, the one coming is the smart 1.0 But I did go with the DFI board and the BFG 6800GTOC, hope I like it, well let you guys know how it runs.

[mpc]

http://www.techimo.com/forum/t145592.html[/url]

On the OCZ I only counted 20 pins on the connector to the motherboard, and both the DFI and the MSI use a 24 pin connector, I don't want to use an adapter as I feel you could possibly lose some wattage.

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The OCZ's are 24 pin.

[nwo75200]

The OCZ's are 24 pin.

you're right:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Showim...upply+-+Retail

[bombledmonk]

Do not get a 500W PSU if you only need 300W at peak power. 400W is even a bit much, as you should probably be aiming around 350W. PSUs become less efficient (= more heat) when they run at wattages a lot lower than their rated maximum. Therefore, if you were running EVERYTHING under load, 300W on a 350W PSU would produce less heat than 300W on a 500W PSU.
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I must ask where you heard that as I can say I personally don't believe it...