PSU Recommendations Please

[Coogan]

In preparing for the new terrain that is coming, I have been trying to upgrade my computer as much as I can.  I'm adding a Video card and 2 Gig of RAM.  The problem I'm having is finding the right PSU.  Anything around 500w will be plenty.  I'd like to keep the cost down below $75.00 if possible.
Here's the PSU I have now.

Delta Electronics Inc.
Model DPS-250AP-22B

Thanks for any suggestions.

Coogan

[eagl]

Look here. 

http://enthusiast.hardocp.com/article.html?art=MTYwOSwxLCxoZW50aHVzaWFzdA==

Even if you don't want one of the PSUs they recommend, you will learn something about selecting a good PSU by reading the article.

[Masherbrum]

$59.99 after Rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817703015

$59.99 after Rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341019

I'd go with either.

[Fulmar]

Look here. 

http://enthusiast.hardocp.com/article.html?art=MTYwOSwxLCxoZW50aHVzaWFzdA==

Even if you don't want one of the PSUs they recommend, you will learn something about selecting a good PSU by reading the article.

Lol nice, the Rosewill failed their tests.

[Coogan]

Thanks Karaya.  The first link you posted looks like it will meet my needs just fine.  Now as long as it will physically fit into my case, I'll be all set.  I have an Acer Aspire e380, and it seems to have quite a lot of room inside.

Coogan

[Masherbrum]

Thanks Karaya.  The first link you posted looks like it will meet my needs just fine.  Now as long as it will physically fit into my case, I'll be all set.  I have an Acer Aspire e380, and it seems to have quite a lot of room inside.

Coogan

What card are you looking at?

[Coogan]

I was checking out this 8600GT from Newegg. 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814139017

Coogan

[Masherbrum]

I was checking out this 8600GT from Newegg. 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814139017

Coogan

Not bad, you have a few more options as well for VC's.

Also, on RAM.   Your MB from what I can see is a Dual Channel board.   You might want to try and find compatible 2 x 2GB sticks.   If you use 3 rails, it might bog down your system.   

[Coogan]

I was thinking along the lines of these sticks for the Ram.  I think this thing supports DDR2 800.  If not, I'll get the DDR2 667.  http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820134125

Coogan

[Masherbrum]

I was thinking along the lines of these sticks for the Ram.  I think this thing supports DDR2 800.  If not, I'll get the DDR2 667.  http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820134125

Coogan

If it supports 800, I'd go for this instead if the MB will allow it

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820104020

Also, you might want to download either

Everest Home:
http://majorgeeks.com/download4181.html

or CPU-Z:
http://www.download.com/CPU-Z/3000-2086_4-10050423.html

Both will help you determine what you have in the way MB capabilities, RAM (Speed), etc.

[1701E]

Thanks Karaya.  The first link you posted looks like it will meet my needs just fine.  Now as long as it will physically fit into my case, I'll be all set.  I have an Acer Aspire e380, and it seems to have quite a lot of room inside.

Coogan

The PC Power & Cooling is:  5.9 x 5.9 x 3.4 inches (W x L x H)
The OCZ is: 5.9 x 5.5 x 3.4 inches (W x L x H)
Width; Side to side - Length; Front to back - Height; Top to bottom

Just to save ya some trouble, making sure it fits.

[Coogan]

Thanks 1701E, that does save me some time.  That's one thing I want make sure of is that it will fit.  I'll pull the side panel of my tower again later on to get some measurements.

Karaya, my system caps out at 4Gig RAM.  I already have two Gig now, so I'm thinking the Kingston's I posted above should work.  I just checked, and the DDR2 800 will work on my MOBO. 
As far as the PSU goes, I may go with your first link.  I don't have a lot of extras or anything on here.  Just one DVD/ROM Drive.  I don't plan on putting in a second drive.

Thanks for your help fella's.

Coogan 

 

[Masherbrum]

Thanks 1701E, that does save me some time.  That's one thing I want make sure of is that it will fit.  I'll pull the side panel of my tower again later on to get some measurements.

Karaya, my system caps out at 4Gig RAM.  I already have two Gig now, so I'm thinking the Kingston's I posted above should work.  I just checked, and the DDR2 800 will work on my MOBO. 
As far as the PSU goes, I may go with your first link.  I don't have a lot of extras or anything on here.  Just one DVD/ROM Drive.  I don't plan on putting in a second drive.

Thanks for your help fella's.

Coogan 

 

Keep in mind, if you find that PC & Colling PSU to be too big, they have a "Dell size one" that you might be able to use.   I thikn the price is the same and it's a bit smaller.   

[Sincraft]

look on newegg.com filter your results and buy accordingly.  I purchased one that wasn't recommended originally due to a shaky history (bfg) and it turned out to be a 5 star ps months later and passed tests with flying colors.  Got it from CUSA when they went under. 

Ah the spoils of war..

[Fulmar]

BFG used to carry lifetime warranties with their PSU's IIRC (same with their video cards).  Then I believe they outsourced their manufacturing lesser quality somebody, and their warranty for PSU's now varies from 3-5 years.