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Post by RallyDon82 on Jul 6, 2010 17:00:21 GMT
The psu in my model 1 pal saturn is buggered now it over heats incredibly quickly, does anyone know if it can be fixed or should i just replace it with a spare unit and if so does anyone have one or a spare machine to strip it from? if so then let me know and we'll sort something out, cheers. lol wow been a while since i posted here good to see its all in order still  . |
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Post by RallyDon82 on Jul 6, 2010 19:58:34 GMT
also does anyone know if it's possible to use a psu from a model 2 saturn in a model 1 and vice versa?
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Post by termis on Jul 7, 2010 5:08:02 GMT
Yeah, it's just a matter of popping off the PSU and putting on another one. I DO have some spares, but they're US voltage PSUs, not to mention I'm in Aus... There are some folks on this forum that have spare PSUs, so see if anyone else pops up with an answer.
There are also two different types of PSUs for mk1 saturns IIRC, so you have to make sure you get the right one. There are ways to rig one type of PSUs onto another type -- I've done it, but it's not worth the effort and it's just not a nice fit anyway.
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Post by RallyDon82 on Jul 7, 2010 15:40:21 GMT
do u know whats the difference between PSUs is it the shape and design rather than compatibility issues?
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Post by Tripredacus on Jul 8, 2010 1:13:21 GMT
As with all PSU, maybe I am used to US products. But all main units (like the Saturn) should say what voltage (V) and amperage (A) it needs to have. Then your PSU needs to have those same V and A listed as output. However, it is possible to use a slightly lower level for either but NEVER above those values. So (for example) you have a PSU that is bad that does say 12A, well you can use an 8-11A as substitute possibly without problem. Use 13+ and be Johnny on the spot with the fire extinguisher.
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Post by termis on Jul 8, 2010 11:10:57 GMT
do u know whats the difference between PSUs is it the shape and design rather than compatibility issues? Yeah, as saturns have a number of different motherboard designs, PSU shapes changed as well. Plus, the plug height also differs depending on revision of motherboard design for mk1 models. Bottom line, replace the PSU with the identical shaped replacement. From memory, I know there are at least 3 different versions out there -- possibly 4 or even up 5 different shapes/pin locations. |
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Post by RallyDon82 on Jul 8, 2010 21:02:01 GMT
cheers for the info guys thats helped clear a few things up, i did open my saturn to have a look sily me i didn't take any pics but i'll try n get some up in case anyone has any thing to add or hook me up with one, cheers again.
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