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Old 06-06-2007, 07:20 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I want to OC my E4300 to 3.4GHz, but is 430W good enough?
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Not really, if i were you i would be looking to a decent 500w+ unit
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With the system in your sig, a good quality 430W is quite sufficient. Do you have any more info about your system (e.g. brand/model/amperage on the +12V rails)?
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With the system in your sig, a good quality 430W is quite sufficient. Do you have any more info about your system (e.g. brand/model/amperage on the +12V rails)?
I think it's this one
http://www.newegg.com/product/Produc...82E16817153023
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Yep. I was about to post that one
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