PC Power Supply
 

My daughters computer will no longer turn on and I think it is a power supply issue. What is an approximate cost and how hard is it to replace the power supply on a PC? I hate to take it to someone and pay extra if it is something I can do on my own.

Probably about $50. Just take note of how the current one is plugged in and copy it. One plug to the hard drive(s), one to cd, one or two for motherboard. Couple screws to secure it.

Is this a Dell or HP or something? Not sure if you need special power supplies or not.

Jeff has a great point. Some mass-produced PSU's have company specific units that you have to buy from them (specially shaped plugs). It's a shame, but it's how a lot of them do business.

Very easy. Dunno the cost these days, but newegg.com is a good source generally.

Depending on the power you need, the part can be $30-$60.

This computer is an HP Pavillion. I will pull it apart tonight and check it out.

Cubboyroy, you could just post the model number on here (it should be on the front of the actual PC tower itself) and we could check to see if it's an HP specific PSU or one that can be easily replaced.

HP Pavillion a810N is the model. Thanks in advance.

Since I am in the process of building a high-end gaming PC, I just ordered a Silencer II 750W from newegg. With the discount, I got it for $117. It'll go nicely in my new Antec 1200 case.

Cub...I'm almost positive you should be able to replace this PSU with a generic one from Newegg. When you pull the one that's in there, check to see if you can find the wattage on the side of it. There should be a sticker with a crapload of information/numbers on it. Somewhere on there it will tell you if it's a 180W, or 200W, or something like that. You should be able to replace it with a same watt PSU, though you'll want to make sure that the pins are the same. If you're not completely sure, I would post pictures on here so we can tell you.

Will do thanks.

Okay the power supply is a Bestec ATX-250-12Z Rev2

Any generic one will work for that just make sure it is at least 250 watts. You could always get the exact same one on amazon for $50 if you want.

Amazon.com: FSP460-60GLC - Bestec ATX-250-12Z Rev S Power Supply Replacement: Electronics: Reviews, Prices & more

Looks like a standard 250w atx power supply, but its been a few years since I was in the computer repair business. I am sure someone will be able to confirm this for you.

EDIT: -apoc- beat me to it

Yep...just echoing what these guys are saying. Cub, there is really no reason to get the same exact one as a replacement. You may as well save $20-$30 and get a highly rated one from Newegg. They have a great return policy and shipping is ridiculously speedy.

Okay so I am okay just getting a generic 250w power supply then? I will check on them at newegg and post what I am buying just to be sure.

The one at newegg is actually a little more expensive than the exact same one on Amazon which is $52.00. Am I missing something?

Newegg.com - SPARKLE SPI220LE (80+) 220/250 Watts Flex ATX / ATX12V 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply

Cub...if I were in your shoes, I'd probably go with this one.

Newegg.com - Rosewill RV300 300W ATX12V Power Supply

Wow talk about cheap. I did a search for 250w and did not even think of going higher. Thanks a lot for the help I appreciate it.

No problemo.