Is this power supply enough?

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NESHO

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Well I have this power supply http://newpowersupply.com/liteon_ps...410719_001_dx2200_dx2250-pr-1321-c-1-p-5.html and yes, I know, it is very, VERY bad, you don't need to tell me that. I need to know can I put Radeon HD 5670 along with Athlon 64 x2 4400+ on this power supply without a big risk of my computer exploding?
Currently, I'm in no position to change the power supply, because I'm 16 years old, and you can imagine how big my budget is, and my parents certainly won't spend any money so I can be even more glued to my computer! I know it's not really recommended, but I don't know what the level of risk is! :D
 
Well the 5670 Minimum recommened wattage is 400 watts. You have a 250W OEM power supply, that probably has around 150/160 watts on the 12V rail.

It all depends if you would like to watch a fireworks show.
 
Well, is it like well you could or you could, but you shouldn't or is it DO NOT PUT IT IN UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!!! :D
 
The computer won't "explode", it will not turn on if the components suck more power from the PSU than it can handle. Another thing that could happen is having the PSU become overloaded with current, and then disabling itself. I believe the manufactures say that you have to "clear the fault" or whatever. But, I don't think that PSU has "Over Current Protection". So, you could just end up with a dead PSU.
 
No you can not put a 5670 in there because your power supply is not powerful enough, nor is it of high enough quality. If you wish to put a 5670 or any other graphics card in there you will first need a new one
 
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