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| DaPunisher 2004-01-01, 7:35 pm |
| I have an old server tower with a large AT 300W power supply. I'd like to rebuild the server with an ATX motherboard. Would it be possible for me to convert the AT power supply to an ATX simply by replacing the motherboard connectors? | |
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| azimuth40 2004-01-02, 12:52 am |
| I don't know about a part number but out here in California the Fry's superstore chain has a converter plug that takes the output and puts it into a P8 and P9 plug. They have them hanging on the spare parts rack. Their on line store outpost.com might have them but I am not sure what to search for.
Silly me, I should read throughly first. You want to go AT to ATX. Sorry you can't do it because an AT supply does not generate 3.3 volts needed for the ATX motherboard. AT supplies also have an on switch which routes the mains and not soft power. | |
| gauji 2004-01-13, 11:01 pm |
| Do not try this it will most likely end in tears !
So just buy an ATX power supply and then use the reset button to turn the computer on. | |
| plantwiz 2004-01-17, 7:52 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by jkhnwspec
Don't believe it will actually make it an ATX supply, but you might want to check these out.
http://www.orbitmicro.com/products/...les/PW24-20.htm
http://www.orbitmicro.com/products/...les/PW20-24.htm
The above product suggestions are just what I was thinking.
Are you going to be using a SERVER MOBO or just a standard system MOBO and making the box a server?
IF you will be using a SERVER MOBO - just buy a new PS without thinking about it.
If you will be installing a standard board - the options above are viable. For the cost, I would just purchase a new P4 approved PS. A 300W Sparkle is around $30. Just wouldn't chance it on a box being a server. | |
| Tennman 2004-01-17, 10:20 pm |
| NO!!!, Don't even think about trying. | |
| JohnDeere 2004-01-18, 3:52 am |
| If you are buying an ATX PSU, why not spend a few extra $$$ on a new case too? | |
| DaPunisher 2004-01-23, 9:07 am |
| quote:
Originally posted by JohnDeere
If you are buying an ATX PSU, why not spend a few extra $$$ on a new case too?
I want to use the case for a mod project. Anyone have a need for a 300W AT power supply ?  | |
| yamabushi 2004-02-08, 5:48 pm |
| It is not possible because your AT power supply is not wired the same as an ATX power supply and the connectors are different! If you are building a server based on an ATX motherboard, then you should use an ATX power supply.
Trying what you propose (converting AT power supply to ATX power output for use on ATX motherboard)would fry out the ATX motherboard that you plan to use. Is it really worth going through all that trouble? I think not. So my advice is to buy a new ATX power supply and make it less risky for yourself! |
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