honestjohn
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Ok I got my HIS x1950 Pro 512mb APG card and plugged it in. When I turned on the power nothing happened.
If I unplug the card then computer turns on. Does this mean my power supply isn't good enough to run the card?
I have an Antec True 550w
AC input: 115v/12a, 230v6a; 60hz/50hz
DC Output: +5v/ +12v/ +3.3v/ -5v/ -12v/ +5sb
Max: 40A/ 30A/ 32A/ .5A/ 1.0A/ 2.0A
The card requirements:
450w w/ 30amp current on a 12v rail.
I have no idea what any of this means (what's a rail?) and if my PSU isn't good enough what one should I get?
Sorry to hear your PSU isn't working. I'm guessing you have the older discontinued TruePower 550w with 24a on the +12V (rail) and yes this is likely your problem. If you've had the power supply a while, you can also shave an amp or two off that 24a spec due to age. Before we recommend a PSU, are you looking for a PSU just to get your current AGP Rig going or are you looking for one that you could move later to a PCI-E Rig which would be Crossfire/SLI capable.