Some newbie questions

**xXxKidderxXx** · 12-01-2008, 06:30 PM

i'm planning on a touch screen with the computer plugged into my deck, what inverter should I use to power the screen and computer? the computer is quite old but still runs fine its a Packard Bell Legend 406CD. Thanks for the help and the best informational site for Carputers!

**Bugbyte** · 12-01-2008, 09:13 PM

Find out how many watts your computer consumes and get an inverter that gives you at least 20% more than that. The information should be on the back of the computer.

The screen can be powered from 12 volt source unless it is a desktop unit.

**xXxKidderxXx** · 12-02-2008, 03:50 PM

Ok thank you for your help :P

**Bugbyte** · 12-02-2008, 08:52 PM

Originally Posted by Bugbyte

Find out how many watts your computer consumes and get an inverter that gives you at least 20% more than that. The information should be on the back of the computer.

The screen can be powered from 12 volt source unless it is a desktop unit.

I'm sensing I was not helpful enough to you. Here is more information on how to select a power supply for your computer:

Power supplies explained.

General information on picking a power supply.