ShuttleXpc dc-dc PSU?

**dping28** · 04-20-2006, 05:23 PM

I have a shuttle xpc (PIII 1.2G) and I am trying to find a DC to DC PSU for it so I could use it in the car... Are there PSUs for this kinda PC? its a very skinny box held up in the front of the case with an extention run to the back for the AC-DC PSU so not a whole lot of room. It also doesnt list on it how much power it puts out so I have no clue how strong of one I need.. Any help you can provide would be great! Thanks!

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**god_of_cpu** · 04-20-2006, 06:26 PM

http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_...products_id=41

**dping28** · 04-21-2006, 11:49 PM

I guess my main concern is 150W is that really enough to run this system? I dont know the model of it, sent Shuttle an email with my serial number and hope they can tell me my model so i can look up the system specs and hope it lists the size of the currect PSU. Thanks for the link!

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**anik321** · 04-22-2006, 12:46 AM

with a pIII 1.2ghz, im pretty sure you can use a regular opus 150w.

I have an anthlon XP 2200+ underclocked slightly with the following conf. and it works fine in my car:

XP 2200+
512mb,120GB
ATI 64MB video card
Rikaline usb gps w/ iguidance
lilli 7" (running off the opus molex)

pretty simple setup and also a little overkill for what I want it to do - but it does the job.

instead of using the DCX2.1215.XPC (opus 150W with a PSU casing made specifically for the shuttle) - you can just use the regular one and fit it in the middle if you do not have a dvd or any other 5.25" drive taking up the space.

It fits perfectly without any mod. But you might have a completely diff. shuttle - so make sure.

let me know if you want me to take pictures. I hope this helps a little.

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**TruckinMP3** · 04-22-2006, 01:01 AM

Originally Posted by dping28

I guess my main concern is 150W is that really enough to run this system? I dont know the model of it, sent Shuttle an email with my serial number and hope they can tell me my model so i can look up the system specs and hope it lists the size of the currect PSU. Thanks for the link!

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I bet it is an SV24 or SV25. If so, 150 will be more than you need.

**dping28** · 04-22-2006, 01:29 AM

Ok Thanks! I will get that PSU then and give it a shot

I figure since the PC will be in the trunk I can take the CD drive out of the case it self and just get an external usb one for mounting up front, so if i run into space issues that will free up alot in there.. Thanks again everyone for your replys..

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**TruckinMP3** · 04-22-2006, 03:03 AM

This is the first gen SFF case from shuttle. The OPUS for shuttle may not fit inside. The later cases are a bit larger.

**dping28** · 04-22-2006, 03:17 AM

Ok I found out my model is a SN25

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**TruckinMP3** · 04-22-2006, 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by dping28

Ok I found out my model is a SN25

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Are you sure?

The SN25 uses a a current production AMD CPU, Socket 939 For AMD Athlon64/Athlon64FX (this is for 3 GHz and up CPUs). At least 200 watts as a stripped down setup, maybe way more.
See this link for pics and specs: http://www.technologydepot.net/MINI_...one_Sys_1.html

Your original post said, "PIII 1.2G". It's possible to run this under 130 watts.
See this link for pics and specs:
http://www.firingsquad.com/hw/365/Shuttle_SV25/

One version of a wattage calculator:
http://www.jscustompcs.com/power_supply/

These are way different, the OPUS 150 is plenty of power for the PIII 1.2G.

You will have trouble powering a 3 GHz with any DC to DC solution currently available.

As a side note: Do not set up the system to 'Max out' the PS. The PS will not last as long and have trouble under heavy electrical loads.

good luck

**dping28** · 04-22-2006, 01:39 PM

That is what shuttle told me my model was but i do not have a amd system..

grrr This is annoying. And of course they are closed today so I cant contact them until monday. oh well Ill just get it and see.. Ill be sure too do a search and see what you mean about setting the system up not to max out the psu.. Thank you for all your help..