PC Power & Cooling's "Dell" PSUs are built to Dell's proprietary specifications, but you can use a ATX PSU together with the "ATX to Dell adaptor", but, for some reason this adaptor will not work in a D/8100.
Thanks for the info. I was just going by the check boxes on their website. I have not used any of their power supplies. My 8100 still has the original PS. I wonder if PC power & Cooling is aware of this!
Just another point here, although the video cards say a larger power supply is required, generally, the Dell 250 watt P/S will support that hardware without a problem. (Checks post on the upgrade forum) You might want to try the 250, & only upgrade if required.
OK, here's the scoop according to "Mick" at PC power & Cooling. You can purchase a power supply
that will work on a 8100. It is not available on the website but by phone only because they want to be certain you get the correct power supply. You need to order a model 350TDE3 supply. This model is specific for the 8100, requires no adapters, and is rated at 350 watts.
Just as a longshot, but worth a try: Look at the power wattage that is actually on top of your present power supply. My 8100 was specked by Dell to have a 250 Watt PS, but when I went inside the case to look for myself, there was a 350 Watt one installed. Maybe you'll get lucky too.
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try www.pcpowerandcooling.com They have adapters for DELL machines.
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Ron43964.
The Dell to ATX, PSU adaptor cannot be used with the D/8100,
http://www.endpcnoise.com/cgi-bin/e/dellconverter.html
Bev.
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Ron43964.
PC Power & Cooling's "Dell" PSUs are built to Dell's proprietary specifications, but you can use a ATX PSU together with the "ATX to Dell adaptor", but, for some reason this adaptor will not work in a D/8100.
This PSU selector is very useful as a reference
http://www.pcpowercooling.com/products/power_supplies/selector/index.htm
Bev.
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OK, here's the scoop according to "Mick" at PC power & Cooling. You can purchase a power supply
that will work on a 8100. It is not available on the website but by phone only because they want to be certain you get the correct power supply. You need to order a model 350TDE3 supply. This model is specific for the 8100, requires no adapters, and is rated at 350 watts.
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Hi,
Just as a longshot, but worth a try: Look at the power wattage that is actually on top of your present power supply. My 8100 was specked by Dell to have a 250 Watt PS, but when I went inside the case to look for myself, there was a 350 Watt one installed. Maybe you'll get lucky too.
Regards,
Jane