Need help with replacing PSU!

[HyperBaka]

hi everyone, i have this old HP pc (2009) and its having those clicky noise(something like static) but its still working fine.
i think its sth to do with the psu so i would like to replace it.

would be making a trip down to simlim, any idea which cheap psu i should get for this old com.

this is the psu(300w?) that is currently inside.

and below is the specs:

Operating System: Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 32-bit (6.2, Build 9200)
BIOS: Phoenix - AwardBIOS v6.00PG
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q8200 @ 2.33GHz (4 CPUs), ~2.3GHz
Memory: 4096MB RAM
Card name: NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GS

do i just follow the steps below to replace the psu? and will the new psu be of the same size?
Contact HP Support and Customer Service | HP®*Support


sorry im a total noob with regards to such stuff.
any help would be appreciated!
thanks in advance!


updated: Any recommendation of components for 1.5k rig? Would be watching shows, surf web, torrent, gaming(mainly dota 2 but ocassional more graphic intensive games like Evolve).
Thanks!!!

 

[mib500]

hi everyone, i have this old HP pc (2009) and its having those clicky noise(something like static) but its still working fine.
i think its sth to do with the psu so i would like to replace it.

would be making a trip down to simlim, any idea which cheap psu i should get for this old com.

this is the psu(300w?) that is currently inside.

and below is the specs:



do i just follow the steps below to replace the psu? and will the new psu be of the same size?
Contact HP Support and Customer Service | HP®*Support


sorry im a total noob with regards to such stuff.
any help would be appreciated!
thanks in advance!

consider getting new Rig?? better for you....

 

[monikernemo]

You sure is PSU problem not haha maybe other moving parts?

 

[HyperBaka]

consider getting new Rig?? better for you....

yea did consider. actually have a budget of 2k for a new rig. im quite a thrifty person so i normally use until spoil den change

this pc still can do all the basic daily stuff, play dota2 so was thinking maybe if can replace a cheap psu to tong awhile b4 changing a new rig like end of this year.

if i were to get a new rig, budget of 2k. normal web surfing/hd video streaming, capable of playing games such as Evolve.
what are the components that are recommended?

 

[HyperBaka]

You sure is PSU problem not haha maybe other moving parts?

the clicky static noise does seems to come from the psu.
sometimes i turn on my com but the monitor does not display anything then need restart

 

[Rogue]

Get a FSP HEXA+ 450 if you want a cheap 80plus(bronze) PSU at around 50 bucks...

 

[koreanlover]

Yes.

Can follow most of our profile psu.

Or pick anything from the list below.

Superflower HX series
Superflower Leadex gold series
Superflower Leadex Platinum series

Seasonic s series
Seasonic g series
Seasonic X series
Seasonic P series

FSP aurum S gold
FSP aurum Platinum

Corsair HX series (i)
Corsair AX series (i or non i)

Maybe follow this list?

 

[Maverick_83]

How about simply buying a good PSU (meant for your new rig) first, use it in this rig and transfer it into the new rig when built? That way you save the costs of having to buy two PSUs and the lost value of the cheap PSU when you have to sell it off as second hand.

yea did consider. actually have a budget of 2k for a new rig. im quite a thrifty person so i normally use until spoil den change

this pc still can do all the basic daily stuff, play dota2 so was thinking maybe if can replace a cheap psu to tong awhile b4 changing a new rig like end of this year.

if i were to get a new rig, budget of 2k. normal web surfing/hd video streaming, capable of playing games such as Evolve.
what are the components that are recommended?

 

[Maeda_Toshiie]

Bestec ATX-300-12Z Review

I agree with Hegge on the assessment of Worstec, I mean, Bestec.


On a more serious note, clicking sound probably means the fan is dying. Unsurprising.

I also suspect there are a few bloated cheapo caps inside as well.

 

[Maeda_Toshiie]

Maybe follow this list?

That list span a huge range in terms of quality. Does TS actually need some platinum plated PSU if he ends up buying a PC with low end graphics for light gaming?

 

[zenniz]

$2K budget for your normal usage is overkill.

 

[royfrosty]

Not all the list that i have quoted before for other threads will work in tat cramp chassis.

TS do do some measurement and space clearance of the cpu before purchasing. How much space do you have for a slightly longer psu.

Also do check if the siund is confirm coming in from there.

 

[monikernemo]

SFX power supplies? Try from Silverstone? Strider essential ircc

 

[HyperBaka]

Thanks for all the replies
Will be heading down to PCThemes tmr to get the psu.
After much thinking, i have decided to get a new rig as soon as i get a new com desk from ikea.
Any recommendation of the components for maybe 1.5k? Would be watching shows, surf web, torrent, gaming(mainly dota 2 but ocassional more graphic intensive games like Evolve).
Hope to get a rough specs so i know what to expect and wont kena chop tmr
Thanks!!!

 

[monikernemo]

Thanks for all the replies
Will be heading down to PCThemes tmr to get the psu.
After much thinking, i have decided to get a new rig as soon as i get a new com desk from ikea.
Any recommendation of the components for maybe 1.5k? Would be watching shows, surf web, torrent, gaming(mainly dota 2 but ocassional more graphic intensive games like Evolve).
Hope to get a rough specs so i know what to expect and wont kena chop tmr
Thanks!!!

Go PCT and get chop quite oxymoronic hahaha

I5 4460
Asrock H81 M HDS ~ 333
Sapphire Dual-X R9 280 ~ 269
MX 100 128GB ~ 109
Barracuda 1TB ~ 73
8Gb Value Ram Kingston ~ 97
Seasonic M12II 620W PSU ~ 112
CM N 200 ~ 55
LG ODD ~ 25
Windows 7 ~ 130

Total: 1203?

SSD can go for higher capacity for better performance and increased capacity. 256 GB will be ideal?

 

[superzheny]

If getting a new rig I dont recommend getting a seagate barracuda int hdd. They have ridiculous failure rates, dont believe go google. Recommend hitachi drives, if not wd also ok.

 

[HyperBaka]

Go PCT and get chop quite oxymoronic hahaha

I5 4460
Asrock H81 M HDS ~ 333
Sapphire Dual-X R9 280 ~ 269
MX 100 128GB ~ 109
Barracuda 1TB ~ 73
8Gb Value Ram Kingston ~ 97
Seasonic M12II 620W PSU ~ 112
CM N 200 ~ 55
LG ODD ~ 25
Windows 7 ~ 130

Total: 1203?

SSD can go for higher capacity for better performance and increased capacity. 256 GB will be ideal?

thanks for the recommendation
yea i think 256 seems more ideal.
missed out on last year black friday sales. wanted to get an intel ssd 240/480 previously at amazon coz i heard its like half the price of what singapore is selling?
do i just buy everything from PCThemes or should i source from different places like amazon,rakuten,etc. will the price diff be huge?

and also planning to get a 24" monitor at 1080p. which brands of monitor do you recommend?

 

[HyperBaka]

If getting a new rig I dont recommend getting a seagate barracuda int hdd. They have ridiculous failure rates, dont believe go google. Recommend hitachi drives, if not wd also ok.

okay noted with thanks.
i dun really like seagate hdd too. personally using wd for external.
will research more on this later in the night