Originally Posted by
SaviouR
I've had two friends who used Earthwatts and each time it fried their whole system so it'll be avoided in this build.
Our store also has Crucial Ballistix 2GB packs for $35 after MIR but I'm trying my best to curb costs upfront.
I looking to leave it on 24/7 and play BF2142 and all sorts of other shooters I missed out on. That and Crysis on mid settings.
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if you plan on gaming and it looks like you will from the above post, you'll need a better PS than a earthwatt and I agree that earthwatt are junk.
i spent a little bit more money on seasonic 500W model but it's 80+ rated so it's very efficient. I've had 0 problem with my 8800GT.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817151029
I leave my gaming rig on 24/7 and it got to be over 100F+ in here because I'm not home during the day (this last summer). I've had no problems. spend a few extra bucks on a good PS.