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ddp
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_ 		22. June 2005 @ 12:12 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
it's an ampmeter you want
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baabaa
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_ 		22. June 2005 @ 12:54 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Even though the website stipulates lower wattage useages, the real calculation should be via the incoming AC mains.

Here is a good write up about it, 3 pages and references........

http://www.targetpc.com/hardware/power_supplies/measure/
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pulsar
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_ 		22. June 2005 @ 13:17 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Yep an ammeter is what you want. I cannot see your PC using that much, your monitor will use a bit, my 19" use 2.5amps (about 500W in English currency). One unit in the UK is about 5p I think. 1 unit = 1kW/hr.

I can't see a problem here, except that someone has short arms, deep pockets & that tight, he squeaks when he walks!


Gees man, just pay your way!!


Can't believe this generated so many sensible replies. I have been holding this back for ages!!!

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Mr_Del
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_ 		22. June 2005 @ 14:08 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Thank you Ddp. To really find out how much power yours is using you will need an amp meter. Plug all your components into one power strip or UPS. Place the amp meter on the cord that actually goes to the wall. Power it all up and see what you get. In USA multiply 120 to whatever number you get and that is how many watts you are using (yes this may not be exact since you may not be drawing all 120 volts. It will give you a general Idea). I would also suggest starting up a big 3D game as your system does use more power for those.

-Del
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Induna
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_ 		23. June 2005 @ 11:09 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
mmcbean, No I wasn't incorrect. READ MY MESSAGE AGAIN.

I said I had a 400W PSU but estimated I was using around 250W.

Read people's messages fully before playing the smart arse.
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