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Upgrade Dell Optiplex 390 DT
Hello! I have a question regarding my Dell Optiplex 390(DT)
I wanted to know if I can perform some upgrades on my machine.
My current configuration is:
Motherboard: 0M5DCD
Processor: i5-2400 3.10Ghz
RAM memory: 2x4 Gb ddr3 (totaling 8 Gb)
SSD: 480Gb
Power Supply: standard (250W)
A while ago I had tried to use the NVidia GT 710 on my machine, but after a while of use the computer had problems, and after researching a little, I saw that apparently the standard power supply cannot support it (since the box of GT 710 requires a power supply of at least 450w). What type of power supply would be recommended in this case?
And also looking at foreign forums I saw that it might be possible to upgrade the RAM + processor (I saw that the maximum capacity of the board is 16Gb ddr3 + i7-2600k 3.40Ghz, and it is possible to upgrade the RAM if you update the BIOS to A14 version).
Could anyone else tell me if this information is true? I don't see such information in Dell's own manuals, but at the same time it seems a bit strange that the motherboard supports "only" 8Gb.
bradthetechnut
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July 3rd, 2024 00:00
You'll see the things you asked about are compatible in userbenchmark. This has been asked about many times over the years. The 390 successor, the 3010, is the same way. Keep in mind Dell BIOS in the 390 does not have overclock.
As for the PSU, if he doesn't mind me tagging him in, @redxps630 will know if there's actually an aftermarket upgrade that will fit in the case. Meanwhile...
GPU's that'll work with you CPU :
Quadro's P400, 600, & 1000
Edited from PC Parts Bin:
Direct X 12 GPU's for modern rendering:
GT 1030 GDDR5
RX 550
RX 6400 (Beats GT 1030) Can play games like Fortnite and Minecraft.
Direct X GPU's for previous decade rendering:
AMD R7 200 series (previous and branded from the ATI HD series graphics cards) Important - Check wattages and PSU requirements.
GT 710, 720, & 730
55w GTX 750
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July 3rd, 2024 00:07
The GT 710 is only 19w. It shouldn't have given you any trouble unless it's on its way out. Not sure what site you got the 450w PSU requirement from.
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July 3rd, 2024 02:41
stock 250w psu is good enough for GT 710
basic psu calculator on line:
Load Wattage:222 W
Recommended PSU Wattage:272 W
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July 3rd, 2024 16:31
@bradthetechnut On the box on the video card it states a stick of at least 450w, it is GT 710 from PcYes
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July 4th, 2024 02:37
If you Google PSU requirements for the GT 710, you'll find that it says 300w, which is still inflated. Some sites may even say 250w. A 180w PSU can still run it.
Some mfrs. inflate PSU requirements as to make sure everything is covered.
Does the box give a higher watt for the 710? Even if the card was 50w, your PSU can run it.
A 450w PSU is meant for cards over 75w requiring an additional 6-pin or 8-pin connection, which I know the GT 710 doesn't have.