MicroATX power supply

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Well how does one choose a new power supply for a microATX box? Antec does
not list this form factor.

I have a noisy ps I'd like to replace, but don't know where to start.
 
Well how does one choose a new power supply for a microATX box? Antec does
not list this form factor.

I have a noisy ps I'd like to replace, but don't know where to start.
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you just shout MO POWER!!!! and throw the switch.

everything will be energized.

i believe for the microATX, the power supply recommended for pentium 4
class systems is between 220W to 240W. You could probably go as low
as 160W to 180W for a power system but you could run into problems as
it may not give you mo power when u add devices like HDs, cdr, dvd,
network cards and other sh*t.

correct me if i'm wrong someone.
 
Just found this nice bit at directron.com:

Micro ATX is essential the same form factor as standard ATX, only with
smaller wattage and physical size. A standard ATX power supply would work in
a Micro ATX case if the physical dimensions fit.

Now to figure out which of the small ones are quiet : /
 
Nick said:
Micro ATX is essential the same form factor as standard ATX, only with
smaller wattage and physical size. A standard ATX power supply would work in
a Micro ATX case if the physical dimensions fit.
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That's the problem. SFX supplies (microATX) are electrically compatible
with ATX, but have different dimensions.

http://www.pcpowercooling.com/products/power_supplies/dimensions/index.htm

Go to the above site and find the PSU dimensions that meet your needs.

Or get an ATX case/PSU and end your dilemma.
 
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