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Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

Fido — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 13:49:52 GMT

I want to get one of the ATI 9800 / 9800 pro graphics cards but im worried because it says they need a direct link to the power supply of the computer. In the rs222 theres only one free power supply cable and this is positioned so you could only ever plug another hard drive into it. Does anyone know where i could get an extension lead for it from.

Also, as the rs222 only runs using a 300w psu, will this be enough to power everything and, if not, am I safe in buying a new one or will it void the warranty? If it isnt enough, and i am safe in buying a new one, can anyone tell me where i can get one which will fit? The dimensions are "16.5cm(W) x 9cm(H) x 9.5cm(D)". I could probably get 10cm deep/12cm height in but no more.

Im asking a lot there, so thanks to anyone who has the energy to help

don't know

steffenscheideler — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 15:09:32 GMT

don't know 'bout that, but do you know if the 9600 /9600 pro needs a power supply, too?? thx

RE: Dont Know

Fido — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 15:26:30 GMT

From what it says on the ATI website (or doesnt say as the case may be), neither the 9600 or 9600 pro need a dedicated power supply. (But the 9700 / 9700 pro does if anyone else needs to know). Still doesn't help my problem though

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

robpaxton — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 16:05:17 GMT

ATI recommends a 300-Watt power supply or greater to ensure normal system operation where a number of other internal devices are installed so you're right on the borderline. If you need an extension then the thing you are looking for is a 'molex extension' . A Google search turned up http://www.pclincs.co.uk/acatalog/ATX_Power.html but there are lots of other places where you can get them.

Changing the power supply on your PC would technically invalidate the warranty - but if anything went wrong and you changed it back then who could tell.

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

kee-lo_ — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 16:48:56 GMT

Hehe you have to be devious sometimes in life...

As for the ATi 9800, hope it works for you, it's a VERY nice card.

Taa

Fido — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 17:03:17 GMT

Thanks for helping, another month and ill be able to afford it

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

robpaxton — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 17:25:02 GMT

Don't forget to let us know how it all goes before you get too involved in those pretty graphics

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

kee-lo_ — Sat, 04 Oct 2003 17:51:32 GMT

Yep, love to know if it worked out.
Those new ATi cards are really good.

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

RobbyD2 — Tue, 16 Dec 2003 22:28:43 GMT

Hi. I have a 9800pro in a RX302...works fine!

Good luck!

Getting a 9800 in the PCV-RS222

kee-lo_ — Wed, 17 Dec 2003 10:18:35 GMT

Thanks for letting us know.
Maybe you could post details.