I'm trying to find a good power supply (PSU) for my HP 280 G4 SFF. Currently, it has a 180W P Gold PSU, and I've made a few upgrades like adding 16GB of RGB RAM just because it was on sale. My setup includes two HDDs and one SSD, and right now, I'm using a 2GB RX550 graphics card. The power supply seems to be pushing close to its limits at 176W max. It's worth noting that the motherboard is OEM, and while I know switching cases is tough, I'm only looking to upgrade the PSU. I've heard it's possible to change out the PSU, but I'm having a hard time locating one that fits well. Can anyone recommend compatible power supplies for this model? Just to clarify, this is my secondary PC, and I aim to upgrade it without going for a total replacement.
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HP usually uses OEM parts, which makes swapping out the PSU tricky as they often don’t have standard configurations. But don’t worry, other users have managed to replace the PSU in this model. You might want to look for a 400W industrial PSU; it’s known to work well and while it lacks certification, it’s still proven safe. Finding one could be your best bet!
I get that it's a hassle, but maybe just check online marketplaces if you haven't already. OEM stuff sometimes pops up there!