Can Someone help

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

Bought one in 05 from new egg.
Power supply has apparently taken a dump. I need to locate a replacement. I'm not a hardware guy. I get buy somehow.... I'm trying to locate a replacement power supply & would consider MGE's stuff but no one has them anymore... also the new power supplys have better specs than the original...I just dont know where to begin to make sure I cover the basics on connections and the like... Sad

**Doctor Feelgood** · Posted: Wed, 28 May 2008 10:20:05 Post Subject:

Hi... We can try to help! What kind of system do you have? Is it a pre-built like a Dell or HP, or is it custom? Any details would help in selecting a PSU with the right connections and power ratings.

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

Sorry ....I see my topic title was not obvious in my request..the MGE Dragon Case which apparently no one sells anymore. I went to their site (MGE) and they offer power supplys but no one seems to have them...I have of course asked their tech support a few times for help to no avail......
Confused

so I'm looking to replace the default I got with the Dragon case I recall its a 500, and today you can find 600& 650's for under a bill, I just want to make sure I've got all the correct connectors n stuff to make the change easily myself.. I found you guys through a nice review of the case you did some time ago and obviously I'm anew egg fan..thats where I got my quotes and the case from so ..in case that helps you recommend a product for me to order this Friday....

Thank you for any and all assistance.....

**Doctor Feelgood** · Posted: Wed, 28 May 2008 15:35:32 Post Subject:

Ahhh... OK. I just checked the review we did of that case, and the PSU doesn't look too bad.... On this page - http://www.bigbruin.com/reviews05/xgdragon_3

Do you need modular cables? I was surprised to see a PSU included with a case was modular.

Anyway, you could probably pick up a wide variety of PSUs that would work fine for you. That one might be comparable with others you would spend $50 or so on, but what is your budget? Going higher might be better to make sure you get a quality unit that would last.

EDIT... One suggestion, based partly on my current kick for these EarthWatts units would be this one:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371015

High effificency, fairly strong ratings. Should be more power than you could need with any system using that MGE unit. Only downside might be that it is ugly... boring housing and old-school unwrapped wires.

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

Quick thanks ....

budget no concern

I'd spend more than the unit you cited if there were some features that were handy and helpful but the one you referenced looks like it will more than do the job...

Thank you again

I hope its easy to install I cant justify handing my baby over to
the local tech to literally fiddle with and overcharge me for something I could do in a hour or so..

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX 750W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply
for same dragon case...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139006&Tpk=750w%2bcorsair%2bpsu

My MB however is DFI Infinity NF4 SLI I'm not SLI Yet I have ONE Nvidia 7850 (She used to be the best) But I'm concerned that the 4 pin 12 V connector for the MB is not addresed by the PSU... Perhaps I'm just worrying for naught ,,,New eggs cust. reviews had this little snippet..

Pros: I could not actually test this unit, since it did not have a 4 pin 12V connector for my Asus MB.

Cons: No 4 Pin connector to supply 12v direct to the MB, but does have 4 PCI E cables.

Manufacturer Response:The 8 pin EPS connector splits into 2 four pin connectors for your MOBO power. Please read the manual if you need more info or contact us at our forum.

External Link(s):
RAM GUY FORUM

Thusly I Assume I'm good and should go ahead and order this monster.... Thanks Guys I should build more Rigs so I'm not so clueless So the MAIN power connector 24 opin just hangs unconnected doing nothing ??

**Doctor Feelgood** · Posted: Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:01:09 Post Subject:

Yeah - you should be just fine. Sounds like some pinhead reviews on Newegg.

I can see the connection in the pictures, and see it listed in the specs... "1 x 12V(4/8Pin)".

Looking at a few reviews confirms the same.

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

Thanks man have a great week part is on order

user1968 · Rated PG Joined: 28 May 2008 Posts: 6

Got the new 750 watt PSU installed almost effortlessly...

Thanks again for the assistance...