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Subject:    Re: [CGUYS] Power Supply.. weight=robust?
From:       Tom Piwowar <tjp () TJPA ! COM>
Date:       2008-10-30 22:02:10
Message-ID: 20081030180226.GA83035 () mail14a ! g14 ! rapidsite ! net
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>I have been purchasing replacement aftermarket power supplies and noticed 
>that the new one (450w) is about half the weight of the one being replaced 
>(150-200W).  I am worried that the new power supply does not offer as much 
>protection for the motherboard and components... should I worry? 

The new lighter power supplies will certainly provide less protection in 
a high wind. Maybe you can attach lead weights to the case?

New power supplies are much more sophisticated. Many bulky/heavy 
components are no longer used. Supplies operate over a wide range of 
voltages and provide a constant output. Protection for the motherboard 
and components may actually be better.


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