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Old 24 Jun 09, 03:29 PM
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Default Most VFM PSU for 2 x 512MB GTS 250s in SLI

I need suggestions for the most VFM PSU please since I'm really on a tight budget.

Here is my config:

Proc: C2D E6600 @ 2.89Ghz (on stock intel cooler)
CPU Cooler: None at the moment but I might wanna go for something like a SCCF in the distant future.
Motherboard: Asus P5N32 e SLI
Video: None at the moment. Was using a 8600GT before it went for RMA. Whatever GPU I go for I wanna keep the option for adding another GPU later in way of SLI.

EDIT: I just bought a XFX GTS250 512MB cards yesterday and will get another one in the next few months time.

Fans:
  • 1 x Logisys 120mm dual UV CCFL ring fan.
  • 1 x 80mm Logisys UV reactive case fan.
  • 2 x 80mm el cheepo Chinese LED fans that came with the cabby.
Memory: 4 x 2GB OCZ Platinum PC8500 DDR2

Hard Drives:
  • 2 x Seagate 500 GB (S-ata)
  • 1 x Seagate 250 GB (Sata)
  • 1 x Hitachi 80GB (Sata)
Optical Device: Sony CRX230 16x DVD R/W (P-ata)
Mouse: Logitech MX 518 usb
Keyboard: Logitech Basic Multimedia usb
Monitor: Samsung 940 BW. (runs out of it's own power source)

Current Power Source: Zebronics Platinum 500W (doesn't have PCIe power connector)

Thanks a ton in advance guys.

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Old 24 Jun 09, 03:38 PM
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"most VFM PSU please"
GlacialPower AL650AA @ 4.8k

Processor will be a huge bottleneck, overclock it past 3Ghz or so (should be possible w/o increasing voltage), push more once you get better cooling.
PS: You're better off upgrading your CPU and/or other components or going with a more powerful single GPU.

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Default Re: Most VFM PSU for 2 x 512MB GTS 250s in SLI

After few months you will get a card which is roughly faster than 2 gts 250 combined which consumes half the power of those 2 units.

IMO you should have grabbed the 260 and be satisfied with it. As if is you have an antibiotic case. With 2 GCs heat dissipated from the case will increase- and lets not forget about the power consumption and the feasibility option.
If you are still for for the sli bandwagong: Corsair vx550 onwards or maybe glacialtech 650AA or antec ea650w.

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"most VFM PSU please"
GlacialPower AL650AA @ 4.8k

Processor will be a huge bottleneck, overclock it past 3Ghz or so (should be possible w/o increasing voltage), push more once you get better cooling.
PS: You're better off upgrading your CPU and/or other components or going with a more powerful single GPU.
Thanks a ton for the suggestion dude...will keep that in mind
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Default Re: Most VFM PSU for 2 x 512MB GTS 250s in SLI

Glacial power 650w........best value for money @ 4.3k I think
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Glacial power 650w........best value for money @ 4.3k I think
dude do u get the gp 450 @ 4.3k??? i'm from bangalore!! any place u can suggest??
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GlacialPower AL650AA
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dude do u get the gp 450 @ 4.3k??? i'm from bangalore!! any place u can suggest??
U wont get anything worth mentioning in bangalore(ankit & golcha the only two shops stock ocz and corsair stuff bcoz of tirupati's prescence)
-I dont want to advertise but since u are asking where to get------>lynx

it will come down to 4.6 shipped to bangalore

And its not worth paying 4.2k for vx 450------Ridiculous inflated price
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U wont get anything worth mentioning in bangalore(ankit & golcha the only two shops stock ocz and corsair stuff bcoz of tirupati's prescence)
-I dont want to advertise but since u are asking where to get------>lynx

it will come down to 4.6 shipped to bangalore

And its not worth paying 4.2k for vx 450------Ridiculous inflated price
thx!! had to choose bte vx-550 n gp al650!! so i think i'll jus go wit the vx-550!! thx anyways
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Default Re: Most VFM PSU for 2 x 512MB GTS 250s in SLI

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I need suggestions for the most VFM PSU please since I'm really on a tight budget.

Here is my config:

Proc: C2D E6600 @ 2.89Ghz (on stock intel cooler)
CPU Cooler: None at the moment but I might wanna go for something like a SCCF in the distant future.
Motherboard: Asus P5N32 e SLI
Video: None at the moment. Was using a 8600GT before it went for RMA. Whatever GPU I go for I wanna keep the option for adding another GPU later in way of SLI.

EDIT: I just bought a XFX GTS250 512MB cards yesterday and will get another one in the next few months time.

Fans:
  • 1 x Logisys 120mm dual UV CCFL ring fan.
  • 1 x 80mm Logisys UV reactive case fan.
  • 2 x 80mm el cheepo Chinese LED fans that came with the cabby.
Memory: 4 x 2GB OCZ Platinum PC8500 DDR2

Hard Drives:
  • 2 x Seagate 500 GB (S-ata)
  • 1 x Seagate 250 GB (Sata)
  • 1 x Hitachi 80GB (Sata)
Optical Device: Sony CRX230 16x DVD R/W (P-ata)
Mouse: Logitech MX 518 usb
Keyboard: Logitech Basic Multimedia usb
Monitor: Samsung 940 BW. (runs out of it's own power source)

Current Power Source: Zebronics Platinum 500W (doesn't have PCIe power connector)

Thanks a ton in advance guys.
The biggest bottleneck: Samsung 940BW - A 19" monitor with max res of 1440x900.
U wont gain more than 5% with sli

Upgrade Path:
Glacial Power 650AA - 4.8k
Dell 22" Monitor - 10.5k

Enjoy

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Old 26 Jun 09, 06:54 PM
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Default Re: Most VFM PSU for 2 x 512MB GTS 250s in SLI

Bought a GlacialPower AL650AA from Lynx India (Amarbir) for Rs.4305/- + 4% tax + Rs.255/- shipping = Total => Rs.4732.20/-
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Bought a GlacialPower AL650AA from Lynx India (Amarbir) for Rs.4305/- + 4% tax + Rs.255/- shipping = Total => Rs.4732.20/-
Congratulations.
Post a small review if possible
Atleast pics?
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yup
we want a review
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Wise move done by the OP...
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Old 30 Jun 09, 09:42 AM
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Finally recieved the GP AL650AA yesterday through DTDC and I'm back online. A massive thanks to Amarbir to shipping the PSU soon after I called him.

I'm finally able to upload pics:


By sabret00the, shot with K790i at 2009-06-29

Edit: Apologies for the crappy phone cam pics. One of my camera batteries is leaking so I can't use my camera.


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