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Power Supply For My Dell Vostro 230S

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<td>I really need an answer asap, I am trying to get a new power supply for my Dell vostro 230 Slim(mini tower) computer which only has 250W ATX. I’ve heard since I have an ATX already any ATX would fit, is this correct? Because I’m trying to get something like this:<br><a href=”http://m.ebay.com/itm/750W-750-Watt-Gaming140MM-Blue-LED-Fan-Guard-Grill-Silent-ATX-Power-Supply-/400646802599?nav=SEARCH” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow”>http://m.ebay.com/itm/750W-750-Watt…</a><br>Thanks :)<br></td>

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    1. “I’ve heard since I have an ATX already any ATX would fit, is this correct?”

      No, that’s not correct. The 1st thing you need to do is clarify what you have – there is a Slim Tower & a Mini Tower, there is no “Slim mini tower”. The Mini accepts a standard ATX PSU; the Slim accepts a TFX PSU.

      http://www.pocitace-repasovane.cz/V…

      The PSU you linked to is a low end piece-o-crap; you’d just be wasting your money. And why would you even need a 750W PSU for that system? Are you planning to install an expensive high-end gaming graphics card? If that’s the case, why would you get a generic $37 PSU to run a $200+ card? Protect your investment (& your system) & buy something good.

      I suggest you shop at newegg.com. Look for a brand name PSU with a single +12v rail with high amperage (over 32A). It should be 80% plus certified, have active PFC (power factor correction), & a warranty of at least 3 yrs. Corsair is a highly recommended brand. Their 430W PSU can regularly be had for under $30 after rebate. You can currently get it for $27 after promo code & rebate:

      http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ…

      If you have a Slim Tower, you will have to get a TFX12V PSU. The choices will be few & the good quality ones are generally expensive. If you are planning to get a gaming graphics card, you will be limited to low profile cards because of the slim case, which means you won’t even come close to needing a high wattage PSU. How about 350W for about $50?

      http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ…

      EDIT: from the 1st link I posted: “Note: Slim Tower supports low profile cards”

      http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ…

      The low profile card above has a max power consumption of 38W. Still think you need a 750W PSU?

      https://www.techpowerup.com/gpudb/1…

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