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Do I need extra power supply to run my graphics card?
I have a GeForce 9800 GTX Plus Black Edition and I want to test it but my power supply for my computer doesn't have a 6pin power adapter to plug into the graphics card. Can I still run the graphics card? I mostly want to just test it so it won't be on so long. Is it similar to not having a fan or heat sink on a CPU?
You can get an adapter that converts 2 4-pin power cords to one PCI-Express cord, but it might be simpler to just upgrade your power supply. From the (PNY version) website-- "A minimum 450W or greater system power supply (with 12V current rating of 24A)" is required to run this. Your exact power requirement will also depend on what cpu you have, sound card, and other components. I would want to have AT LEAST a 500W ps/24 amp. If you don't have enough power, the computer might not even start up. You won't break anything--you'll just need to take it out, or get a better power supply. Make sure it's a quality one with thermal and overload protection. I've had a dying power supply take out a hard drive and a couple of optical drives. The extra money would've saved me a lot!
I'm a sometimes computer tech, btw.
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