How much is Too much for your PSU??

[gruvin2]

I'm running my Rig in Sig 24/7 and even with my True Control Maxxed out my 12V rail is averaging 11.1 constant. I feel that my CPU has more to give but i believe that my PSU is limiting my OC. Any input is appreciated.

Is 24A enough for my 12V rail going 24/7 ??

[Oklahoma Wolf]

Nice looking overclock :)

I wouldn't think that a TC550 should have problems with your system (then again I've never even seen a system like that), but measuring the 12v with a meter would help determine if it's giving up on you. As far as an upgrade would go, about the only thing I could think of is to go with the PC P&C 510w, Truepower 550w EPS, or the Fortron 550w EPS units.

[dalilman52]

yes , i dont think ur maxing it out on ur 550w antec, check with a DMM just to make sure, most temp sensor proggies dont usually give very accurate readouts on voltages

the fortron/sparkle eps 550 is found HERE (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=17-103-478&catalog=58&manufactory=BROWSE&depa=1) at newegg, btw wat is EPS and what does it stand for? ive always wondered...

[Oklahoma Wolf]

Originally posted by dalilman52
wat is EPS and what does it stand for? ive always wondered...

Info here (and lots of it): http://www.ssiforum.org/html/adoptedspecs.asp

[gruvin2]

I checked my molex and got a reading of 12.45 on the 12V line so it seems MBM5 is just off. Makes me feel alot better knowing my PSU is in fact going strong.

[wannaoc]

btw wat is EPS

EPS is the type used for servers and duelly boards. The motherboard plug is a 24 pin versus a 20 pin. The adapter is a pita to move around also. It has a coupel other plugs used for the duel boards as well all which add more clutter to a case if not used. Just stick with the Fortron 530w and it will power anything imo.