Hey everyone! I've just moved back to the US and brought all my PC parts with me, but I'm a bit confused about the power supply situation. My old power supply from the UK was an EVGA Supernova 550W/650W G3. I'm not super knowledgeable about PC components and wattage requirements, so I'm hoping you can give me some advice. Given the specs of my old power supply and the voltage differences in the US, what kind of power supply would be a safe choice for my setup? If you need more details like my motherboard type, just let me know!
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You're in luck! Most power supplies these days support a voltage range of 100-240V. Just verify on the label of your unit to be safe. If it checks out, you’re good to go without needing a new power supply!
First, check whether your power supply has a switch for voltage selection or if it can automatically adjust. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to get a new power cable for the US. Most modern power supplies handle a range from 100V to 240V, so just confirm the specs on it or look for the label to be sure!
Yes, 550W should be sufficient for most setups unless you're running high-end components. Just make sure to check what you're powering!
I actually mixed up the wattage thinking it could switch between 550W and 650W because of the manual! I'm pretty sure it's just the 550W version now. Would that still work okay?