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Board CPU/GPU Bitcoin mining hardware
Re: 5970 on the way, would like recommendations (first timer)
by
cicada
on 13/12/2011, 20:10:27 UTC
The PSU specs (esp on newegg) will show you 'pci-e connector:  6+2pin ' - that's usable in either a 6pin or 8pin socket (the +2)

If this PC of yours only has one PCI-e slot, or you're absolutely certain you won't be adding any more cards to it, that 600W I linked will work solidly for you.

That is assuming you don't also have 20+ hard-drives, 10 fans and a bunch of flashy lights Wink

[edit] Also, avoid using adapters if at all possible.  My general rule of thumb these days is if your PSU doesn't have enough native PCI-e connectors to support all your cards, you should look at a bigger PSU.

That's not exactly a cost-effective suggestion, but you'll quickly learn what you can and can't connect if you start to expand.