I noticed the 900 watt rating, will this unit protect and back up a computer with a 1200 watt internal power supply?
1638578
On mine with 450watts it is showing about 22% usage, if linear them 1200 should show about @66%. I don't know if linear, personally I'd opt for a larger unit.
1638579
If you are using the full 1200 watts then no. Otherwise possibly. You need to determine how many watts your PC is using at max load otherwise this is going to give you no protection.
1638580
I'm using 315w at idle and I have 8 hard disks in this computer. At max load I use "only" 530w. So yea, I highly doubt you will ever use the full 900 watts.
1638581
I seriously doubt you are using anywhere near your power supplies rated maximum. I have a 1000 watt PS connect to this UPS. Normally, it draws less then 300 watts. Even gaming, I've rarely seen it over 500.
1638582
It depends how you use the computer. If you often use more than 900W for gaming or processing then I recommend your UPS exceeds what you use. If you use it for surfing the internet or word processing then you're probably using less than 400W and it'll do fine. You can download meters that show your power usage if you feel like you might approach 900W regularly.
673813
I think you might be pushing it with a 400W PSU. I guess it depends on the item quality. You may be just fine. Not really an answer, sorry.
2248912
This unit will load up to 1.5amp at 10 watts-At 6v you will have more than enough current to satisfy the 500ma-I have bought several of these power supplies for a couple of different custom projects. I wire them directly into circuit boards so i cannot speak to the adapter plugs, however I can speak to the robust construction of the components. I have one that is in service for up to 12 hours at a time and it works well with not problem.
926915
what's the certification on your power supply? (80+ bronze, silver, gold, etc..), 750 should be more than enough by far, but if the power supply unit is sketchy then it could be not performing anywhere near what it theoretically should be. also, anti-surge could be related to your electrical setup, what do you have the tower plugged into? does it trip the circuit breaker or does only your tower shut off?
740965
I am making a WoW computer with the A10 65W and SSD. That alone uses 94W This PSU has a peak of 200W and a constant of 160W. You will be fine,
857989
The internal fan is very quite but not up to the task of high loads (20+ amps) for long periods. I hooked a 120mm 12v computer fan up to the terminals and just place it on top of the unit with the fan pulling air through the power supply and out the fan. I can touch the rear heat sink now when I have heavy loads, before it was way to hot. 12 volt computer fans can handle voltage from 6-15v just fine. Just a tip.
1524386
Yes. What other components are you putting in your computer (who many video cards etc.)? Use a watts calculators (search for a free one by Asus). Thankfully, 1000 watts should handle just about anything right now.
817079
Would think this power supply should do the trick. My system is close to the one you describe and it does fine. Will let you know there is an info message about the fan on the power supply not running at low power moments but will kick in if the unit needs more power.
2162609
Tower pc correct? My only concern is powersupply needs 800 watts or more and if it will fit.
95079
I don't believe it puts any load on the PSU, but not 100% sure, suggest you go to thermaltake website...
2136950
On the third computer I ordered the power supply wattage was 450 watts. On the other two that I ordered from HP both of themhad a 600 watt power supply. Always order the higher wattage power supply.
1449448
Yes, You are safe. Because this power supply unit will not drawn power more than 550 watts. You also have to check other electrical components such as speakers, LCD display monitor and printer because these devices will need power also.
1340731
No chance. Your PC probably does not draw 900 watts by itself, even if you have that big of a power supply, but, this thing was garbage. Outlets shut down if you draw too much power and it appears you are going to exceed. Buy an APC instead. I bought the Pro 1500 and it is excellent.
1228788
I am not sure. I have previously installed a 1,000W Power Supply. Sorry I could not be of too much help. Regards!
80915
probably not it's not real 1200 watts more like 120. it would probably get hot fast and eventually shut down
92182
It sounds like you are trying to build a miner, or a HTPC. If it is a miner, it should be more than enough power. I've seen specs of mining builds with as little as 250W PSUs. However, if you are building a media server, you might want to push up the wattage to at least 550, just to be safe on the power output. On the outside, if this is a gaming machine, you might be on the low side of adequate. But, it would work. This PSU was out-of-the-box compatible with a 3rd Gen Ivy Bridge Intel processor which, at the time of my build, was what was available for my price range. So, it may work well with a Haswell or later, but I am unable to guarantee it. Hope that helps!
1913631
No. The motherboard and other devices will pull an average of 100 watts combined. You would need at least 450 watts.