Re: Antminer s3

Thanks for the info guys, just got a couple S3's because the owner upgraded. I think If I were to set them up at the business and let them use that electricity, I should be OK (tax write off).

Now onto the power supply? Each needs four pci-e psu inputs? And each consumes 340W? So I'll need a PSU with 8 PCI-E outputs and be rated for at least 700W?

Does anyone have any recommendations? Looking for something I can set up and just leave it do its thing.

Also what info can you guys give on pools?

Thanks!!!!

betteer to have more margin with a psu, if you consume 700, don't buy a 700w psu, but buy somethign bigger like 850 or even 1k

it's not good to stress the psu especially for a 24/7 work

The PSU has highest efficiency when the power output is with 50-80%. So you can save electricity by buying a big power supply.

Normally that will cost more though to get that. So you need to see how much you save vs what your spending. Also 220/240 compared to 110/120 will save some.

So there are lot's of options just depends on what is worthwhile depending on person's situation.

2% efficient can make some difference if the electricity price is high. My PSU works at around 70-80% load.