For sure replace the power supply. 5 years is a long time for even the most
sturdy PS, and they get a bit tired and weak after a while, unable to supply
their rated output, or supply it cleanly. I would say go up to 500 or 600
watts, or even bigger to handle the load of a quad CPU. Graphics rendering
programs are almost as hungry resource-wise as 3D gaming, so think like a
gamer when you rebuild.

Kenneth Whyman
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On Tue, Dec 2, 2008 at 7:25 PM, bob warasila <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> I'm contemplating a new build in which I would use some components from my
> existing home build.  I built this one about 5 years ago using an Antec case
> and Zalman 300W PS.  The existing computer is on ASUS P4P800 MB.  I hope to
> use the existing Plextor burner and LG DVD player.  I like the ASUS products
> and am thinking of a P5Q and a quad CPU.  I do very little gaming, mostly
> Office applications and graphics.  Will the 300W PS be adequate or do I need
> to go to 400W or more to use?  I plan to run one SATA HD.
>
>  Bob Warasila
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