Operating a 832W device with an 850W power supply?
Operating a 832W device with an 850W power supply?
Feels a bit puzzled about whether everyone is proposing a new unit or just trying this one out. As long as my other parts are secure, I don’t mind the PSU giving up. I’m also thinking about it. The HDDs probably won’t all run simultaneously since I’ll likely have separate raid configurations. I’d be confused if I were in your position too—we’re like a group of chickens running in circles, each saying different things :lol:
Also another possibility is having extra space for a second ATX power supply, but I've been holding back because I'm uncertain about connecting it and ensuring it works properly with the other one. The plan would be to supply power to one of the GPUs using a 400W affordable but reliable PSU.
Tea urchin:
These cards generate a lot of money on feEbay. I’d sell them individually and buy a GTX 980.t.i. This would add a small extra cost compared to a fresh power supply, but it wouldn’t result in a subpar gold-rated PSU that’s exposed to the elements. It’s worth thinking about if the price fits, though I might wait for a newer GPU instead.
Also...
Someone mentioned this, but I wouldn’t consolidate all those hard drives into one machine. Whenever he powers it up or does certain tasks, all eight of his drives start up at once. I’d opt for a NAS and store most or all of them there. A Gigabit switch could link them via Ethernet if needed for quick access. A decent PCI raid controller is pricey, so he could ignore that expense and allocate the money to the NAS instead.
I currently use a WD MY CLOUD device. Its Gigabit Switch connects to the router, my PC, and the WD MY CLOUD. When I access it, it goes straight through the switch, bypassing the router. This means my speed depends on what the device is routed to—up to about 120MB/second, which might be slower for continuous use but could be a trade-off I’d accept. Plus, I have SSDs, which I assume are used for tasks requiring fast access.