How to Replace a PC Power Supply | PSU Upgrade Guide

As mentioned in the previous video, here's a guide on how to replace the power supply in your PC. Whether you're upgrading to a better unit or replacing a defective PSU, this guide will show you how.
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[@jasoncorr9910]

very helpful, im just about to do mine and am a novice but ok at general diy, one thing, maybe an idea to photograph before i take cables out to reference what goes where, learnt this from doing brakes or engine changes on cars n trucks, always a good re cap i think. great video thanks!

[@vincentcoldwell7633]

Great advice

[@Naught359]

"I'll prove you it works by turning it on.. See, look, the fans spin, it has to be working!!!!!"

[@apocalypticbean]

Thanks. That was helpful 👍

[@mikeymcdee4868]

Thanks bro saved the day😎🤘🏿

[@chipotlekenema3953]

This helped a lot thanks man

[@ProYamYamPC]

I'm glad it helped👍

[@BuildsWithV]

Great video 🤘 Cheers

[@ProYamYamPC]

Thanks mate, I appreciate the support :)

[@orbclutch7125]

guy is underrated

[@projectmilzock]

I think this video is literally perfect for me, i have the exact same case and old psu as you so having a visual aid should be really helpful! thanks in advance

[@ProYamYamPC]

You're welcome mate, I'm glad I helped out!

[@projectmilzock]

@@ProYamYamPC Worked brilliantly! Installed my new 3060ti and new 650w psu :)

[@generousgamer966]

Hey bud nice video . To cut a long story short iv got to swap a modular crosair cv550 to a CORSAIR TX850M Semi-Modular ATX PSU - 850 W which is a semi modular. . I think il be ok but if you have any videos that would be great. This is to comfortably run a 3070

[@UncomfortableCouch]

Thank you for this!!! Does any type of PSU work with any Mobo? Or do specific mobos require specific PSU?

[@sparky.-_]

I have a question; I have a HP desktop MO1 and I’m going to install a EVGA - BA Series 500W but i don’t know if it will fit. If you might know, pls reply

[@xtrm_7271]

Do we need to drain the residual charge or just remove old cables, install new psu and plug new cables and turn on?

[@oOMKKOo]

hey cool video! what the name of the beat/song at 1:50? that chill piano/chill hop?

[@mohammadzohirulislam8883]

great psu, running 3060-12 gb without any problem

[@ingvarskauthomassen5510]

I have a 1660 super, and an i5 7500 with a Corsair vs550w PSU. I want to upgrade my cpu to a 5800x. Do I need to get a new power supply as well?

[@clueless4401]

Is thermal take a good psu brand?

[@edwardyows1962]

Thanks DOOD!

[@ProYamYamPC]

Glad I could help mate!

[@SitKid721]

Question do I need a higher wattage power supply. I have a 750 gold in it now but I'm running a 3080 and a Ryzen 9 5900x and I've been reading something's online that have me nervous now.

[@prathamsathawara]

This is fine but u should upgrade for like 900 watt so u can use rgb and other stuff still if u can't that's absolutely perfect

[@littleman787]

Hi, I'm swapping my Corsair TX750m for a HX850i, is it best to swap all the cables over as well, or ok to mix cables?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Definitely swap out all of the cables. Just to be on the safe side.

[@dvdr866]

check if they are both type 4 cables

[@memestopicxd7649]

This may sound like a dumb question but, the rtx3070 requires 12 pins. so does any power supply you buy come with 12 pin wire

[@ProYamYamPC]

Nvidia include an adapter for it. Only the Founders Edition has the 12 pin connector. Other models from EVGA, Asus, MSI etc. have standard PCIe connectors.

[@Znqii.]

is 500 watt enough for 980ti ?

[@Blitz-_]

Hi bro great vid could you do a video on the semi psu. Only if you want to

[@ProYamYamPC]

I can get that in the works as I have a fully modular PSU now.

[@Blitz-_]

@@ProYamYamPC thank you

[@porkyladclips6642]

By any chance did an 8 pin connector come with your 450? As I need one for my 360 and I have to same power supply

[@ProYamYamPC]

It did, I believe it had two 8 pin connectors. However, the old VS PSUs from Corsair aren't brilliant and I'd recommend upgrading it as soon as you can.

[@porkyladclips6642]

Well I’ve just ordered a 650w psu from evga I believe it’s 80plus gold rated. I did some research I think it’s good for my 3060 it was 60 pounds on sale from 70 is this a good psu? Thanks for the reply

[@ZyliceLiddell]

Can you use the cables from the previous power supply in the new one?

[@S1lentKillerr]

no, might fry components.

[@Official_ry_Nirvana]

If I'm upgrading my power supply (same brand) would I be able to use the same cables ?

[@mdnght5592]

definitely dont

[@xhii_ro122]

should i use the new wires in the box witn the psu or can i use the old wires from the old psu?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Definitely use the new wires. Different PSUS have different pin layouts. Using the old wires with the new PSU can cause serious damage and potentially kill your hardware.

[@xhii_ro122]

thanks

[@prizixz]

i have a modular psu 550w and wanna upgrade to a 750w modular psu i dont need to take off all the cabels on my motherboard and graphics card i just plug in all the cabels to the new psu right?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Never do that. Different PSUs will have different pin outs. It’s always best to use the cables which come with your power supply

[@LPFSuleyman]

Funny how psu installation is easier than how it looks, you only really use few cables out of all

[@eggiemybaby]

Tru I was worried during my pc build but then my friend did it and taught me which cables I truly need and I'm surprise how few it is.

[@pokuy6756]

My pc keeps shutting down and restarting every now and then. I have a 650w 80 plus white psu. Running i7 7700 and gtx 1080. U think it could be a faulty psu i need to replace?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Potentially, that does sound like a PSU issue. But it could be down to something else, Try to RMA the PSU if you can and replace it and then see if the issue is still persisting.

[@ManicPaws]

what psu do you recommend for i5 9400f and rtx 2080?

[@xcpryt]

Probably an EVGA SuperNova 650W 80+ Gold. Can find them on eBay between $60 and $90

[@ManicPaws]

@@xcpryt thank you

[@Shzy.]

Corsair RM750x (future proof) This card can support upto 3080 easily

[@46afs.66]

a i5 9400f with a gtx 1650 which power supply would be good?

[@ProYamYamPC]

A good 550w PSU will be just fine.

[@bravobryan334]

What’s a good power supply for a rx 580 4gb?

[@ProYamYamPC]

The minimum recommended is 450W. I'd recommend going for at least 500W just for the overhead.

[@pyroide2212]

I bought a 750w for my GeForce RTX 2060. Is that enough for me to play RTS games on larger scales?

[@ProYamYamPC]

A 750W PSU is plenty for a 2060. The 2060 is still very good with playing games at 1080p and even 1440p👍

[@pyroide2212]

@@ProYamYamPC Awesome cause im replacing with my 500w because I didn't think it really lasted. . . :'D

[@Merhawk23]

What psu would be good for rtx 3080? 750w or...?

[@ProYamYamPC]

A good quality 750W PSU will be just fine.

[@Merhawk23]

@@ProYamYamPC ok ty

[@YoutuberL1M]

planning to upgrade to Cheap psu to cv450

[@ProYamYamPC]

The CV units are perfect for low end and mid range systems.

[@absolving]

So damn confusing! This is the only thing holding me back from upgrading my GPU

[@user-mp1hg1tk9d]

why not just have 2 gpus in one pc

[@absolving]

@@user-mp1hg1tk9d my micro-atx doesn't vibe with the double GPU idea sadly

[@1Percentt1]

​@@absolving ive just upgraded my pc to a ryzen 5 1600 and a gtx 1660 but my next card is gonna be like a rtx 2070 or a 1080 ti so i need to swap power supply too lol, i also have a micro atx motherboard lol

[@absolving]

@@1Percentt1 eyy nice dude, I also recently upgraded to a 1660. Got it for super cheap from a friend. Are you on a 450w PSU?

[@1Percentt1]

@@absolving nah bro im on a 400w power supply but im even overclocking my cpu from 3.2ghz to 3.7ghz and its stable my friend 👍

[@janxster1113]

so ur telling me a 450w can run a gtx 1080 ti?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Nope, a 650w will. Unless if I made a mistake and missed it in the edit. I recommend at least a 650w PSU for a 1080 Ti

[@Shzy.]

Where do you connect front panel connectors to psu?

[@ProYamYamPC]

Front panel connectors connect into the motherboard. This varies by motherboard and the exact layout can be found in the instructions for your motherboard model.

[@Shzy.]

@@ProYamYamPC so you connect F panel connectors to motherboard where does other end go? To the psu through molex chain?

[@user-zq7kv8rz7e]

What psu do you recommend for i7-11700F and rtx 3060?

[@qanongroyper1369]

650W. I would get a 750W or 850W psu so you don’t have to worry about upgrading to a new power supply for a long time.

[@dhruvkohli2170]

What would be good for 3060ti i7 9700k?

[@ProYamYamPC]

I'd recommend at least a decent 650W PSU with an 80+ Gold rating or higher.

[@dhruvkohli2170]

@@ProYamYamPC how do u think 600w gold + would do?

[@TardlerDesigns]

think a 600w is too low for a 2070 super i7 7900k?

[@ProYamYamPC]

It's not ideal but as long as it's a good unit, you should be fine.

[@TardlerDesigns]

@@ProYamYamPC pc shuts off loading valorant/playing cs. runs cod no problem. im thinking psu too low

[@sushmitarane3902]

Don't we need worry about how much load the psu is going to give the motherboard?

[@ProYamYamPC]

The main parts which draw the most power are the CPU and GPU. As long as you have some overhead, you will be fine.

Btw you should've gotten atleast a semi modular? Otherwise way to many cables :( Great video though!!

[@ProYamYamPC]

I have a fully modular in my main system. I believe I sold this system, thank god for the PSU shroud😅

[@Wireyar]

Hmm I just want a toturial bcz I think the psu blow up and the PC won't work anymore

[@justbob10]

I cant pull the big motherboard cable out

[@ProYamYamPC]

The 24 pin motherboard cable is quite hard to get out. Try pressing the little tab and then pull it.

[@ForgottenMystic2604]

How much wattage would I need to run a GTX 1660

[@ProYamYamPC]

You would be able to get away with a decent 450W unit depending on your other components. However, I'd recommend a 500W to be on the safe side.

[@datalor3698]

I'm running a GTX 1660 Ti with a 450W PSU and it runs just fine

[@gagefischer2648]

@@datalor3698 I only have a 6 pin connector what should I do for the 1660 super

[@datalor3698]

@@gagefischer2648 buy a 6-pin to 8-pin adapter or, even better, upgrade to a better PSU. 1660S requires AFAIK an 8-pin connector.

[@ProYamYamPC]

@@datalor3698 It may run fine and that’s all good. But it isn’t recommended. As long as it is a good 450W unit, you should be fine.

[@bensalter7997]

Sorry for what I did.

[@lesterjohntalde296]

corsair cv650 is trash died after 1 year. lmao just change to evga now

[@andresbados5106]

LMAO GUYS I WAS WONDERING WHY IT WOULD NOT TUN ON , I was filing switch , turns out I forgot to press the power button on pc 💀💀

[@user-pz6oh1jd2s]

if I want to swap the psu in my pc does the new psu have to be the same brand as the current one (if I had a cooler master psu do I need to buy another cooler master one or can I just buy a corsair one)

[@ProYamYamPC]

You can buy any brand. All the cables are standardised.

[@juulpod449]

What psu would you say is good for the new 3060 with a I5-9400f

[@ProYamYamPC]

A 550W PSU will be fine.

[@stuart3288]

@@ProYamYamPC what psu do u recommend for a Ryzen 7 5800x and rtx 3070

[@mahmoudkhaled3171]

What psu do you recommend for a i5-10400 and an rtx 3060 ti?

[@ProYamYamPC]

A good quality 650W PSU would be a great pairing.

[@mahmoudkhaled3171]

@Appealed-I still haven't bought one yet. 😂

[@absolving]

@@mahmoudkhaled3171 I've got that CPU and looking to upgrade to that same GPU! PSU calculator comes in at 402w for me, but Nvidia website says required system power is 600w for the 3060ti, so...