9800 GTX SLI and PSUs

Ok thanks guys, I knew I'd be cutting it close.

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What Weirdo124 doesn't understand is that a PSU would only explode if it's a low-quality, cheap, or "generic" PSU. The PSU you have won't do that. At worst, it would just not work. It would be similar to when there's a brownout (low electricity) and your computer won't turn on as a result.

But, I do believe that it could be cutting it close with this 600W PSU, however I've been told that the Corsair HX520W would be able to handle the 9800 GTX+ in SLI, so I dunno! Which 600W OCZ model do you have?

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But a higher wattage rating doesn't mean "better". If the PSU does end up being insufficient, which I doubt, then the experts here on OCN can help you pick a better 600 or 650W unit that would find the job of powering your rig to be a piece of cake. These "experts" would be the same type of people who helped me build my rig and who taught me everything I know (or, have memorized at least).

But for now, give the 600W OCZ unit a shot and see what it thinks of the 98000 GTX+ in SLI. If it doesn't like it, then we can replace it with a better 600W, or even a 650W to provide more room for upgrades.

Be aware that you may not get huge performance bump by adding second 9800GTX. I got 2 of them on Q6700 @3.2Ghz and only getting few frames extra in FC2 and Crysis. Overall I am disappointed with 9800GTX in SLI and now am looking to a single card solution again.
Of course there is the real possibility that I suck at oc'ing my system...
Im curious to know what results will you get.

Only one guy so far said it would explode, and I agree with TwoCables, that it depends on the brand of the PSU. And let me tell ya, OCZ psu's are really not generic in any sense.

Also, I have learned lots for TwoCables... he REALLY knows PSU's and the like. So if he says it's good to go, then it's good to go!

And in my own opinion, I say you're good to go too. If it's too much for the OCZ or if you got a top quality mobo, worst case scenario is that it just won't run. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I can't remember what it's called, there's something in a lot of high quality mobo's that will just shut down computer if it finds too much power drawn. Or is that related to the CPU?

Well, whatever it was, the OCZ 600 Watts will do the trick. (and NOT explode )

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I had considered going with the 9800 GTX+ in SLI, and I had people tell me that I wouldn't experience much improvement, so I think this is a typical result.

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I don't remember what it was called, but there is a guide somewhere (saw it at beginning of year) where it can show you what the best FPS test for CPU, best FPS test for video cards, and best FPS test for ram and then you analyze all three to see what's holding you back. If I find link, I'll pm it to you.

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Ooo posted it instead. I wouldn't mind having that just for kicks!

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Dont have that game yet. Sure will be intersting to see what will you gain. I got approx 3000+ 3D 2006 marks after adding second 9800. And it was the same model card - MSI factory OC'd. I think I got up to approx 18200 marks total on default settings after I pushed the CPU to 3.4 and OC's the cards bit more.