Historically, pretty good. Years ago, some (Huntkey made) models had fans with bad bearings, but that's about it. The Delta-made units are good (they also use them in the Dell business and workstation-towers).
I don't recognize that DPN. However, I think the same part can have multiple DPNs (depending on what machine it is in).
Ask Dell parts if they have:
Dell Part Number: N1WJD PWR SPLY,850W,EPA,BRZ,DELTA
That is the one now in my Aurora-R6. Works fine. And while it's not recommended to swap modular-cables (wiring harness) between modular Power-Supplies ... you should be fine as (AFAIK) all OEM 850w units use the same ones (to allow quick in-field replacements in Auroras and similar models).
After repair, I suggest you get yourself a good UPS-Battery (like APC-1300 with AVR).
Also, if you use an after market PSU you just need a slimline adapter cable for the dvd drive, otherwise the psu size is pretty standard. I use an EVGA g3 gold in mine. A right angle sata power cable for the HDD will help if the psu has straight connectors
@speedstep. care to step out on a limb and suggest a more powerfull power supply for an Alienware R8? maybe 1000W unit? As an adult, I would not epxect you to provide a certainty, just any experience you might have had, been made aware of, about upgrading these PSs.
Tesla1856
8 Wizard
•
17.2K Posts
1
September 4th, 2021 13:00
Historically, pretty good. Years ago, some (Huntkey made) models had fans with bad bearings, but that's about it. The Delta-made units are good (they also use them in the Dell business and workstation-towers).
I don't recognize that DPN. However, I think the same part can have multiple DPNs (depending on what machine it is in).
Ask Dell parts if they have:
Dell Part Number: N1WJD
PWR SPLY,850W,EPA,BRZ,DELTA
That is the one now in my Aurora-R6. Works fine. And while it's not recommended to swap modular-cables (wiring harness) between modular Power-Supplies ... you should be fine as (AFAIK) all OEM 850w units use the same ones (to allow quick in-field replacements in Auroras and similar models).
After repair, I suggest you get yourself a good UPS-Battery (like APC-1300 with AVR).
DELL-Chris M
Community Manager
•
56.9K Posts
2
September 4th, 2021 14:00
Search the web for the Aurora R8 PSU part numbers below =
9XG5C 850W Huntkey Gold
J2GNJ 850W Huntkey Bronze
48Y6D 850W Huntkey Bronze
NJVDN 850W Delta Gold
D1J02 850W Delta Bronze
r72019
6 Professor
•
5.3K Posts
0
September 4th, 2021 14:00
Here's one for $45 which takes best offers
https://www.ebay.com/itm/393544406983
r72019
6 Professor
•
5.3K Posts
1
September 4th, 2021 14:00
Also, if you use an after market PSU you just need a slimline adapter cable for the dvd drive, otherwise the psu size is pretty standard. I use an EVGA g3 gold in mine. A right angle sata power cable for the HDD will help if the psu has straight connectors
speedstep
9 Legend
•
47K Posts
1
September 4th, 2021 17:00
@r72019
@dgaus
@Tesla1856
You can get a brand new EVGA 850B that works fine and has 5 year warranty in a few days from EVGA or Amazon.
https://www.evga.com/Products/Product.aspx?pn=110-BQ-0850-V1
I get these all the time now for my clients
via Amazon
EVGA 110-BQ-0850-V1
321-BEPU 850W EPA Liquid Cooled w/ODD Bronze L6
You will need a power adapter cable for your optical drive.
https://www.amazon.com/CRJ-15-Pin-Slimline-Sleeved-Adapter/dp/B07FK5G2TF/
Fractolier
10 Posts
0
January 9th, 2023 12:00
@speedstep. care to step out on a limb and suggest a more powerfull power supply for an Alienware R8? maybe 1000W unit? As an adult, I would not epxect you to provide a certainty, just any experience you might have had, been made aware of, about upgrading these PSs.