I normaly get a new PSU, tho if its reusable then I'll reuse it
Buy a new PSU
Re-use the PSU from my old PC
Use the PSU that comes supplied with my new case
I normaly get a new PSU, tho if its reusable then I'll reuse it
Voted for buy a new psu - usually because when I put together a new system for myself my old one gets passed on to family members - plus it guarantees that you have all the required connectors.
For a complete build it's a new PSU - I don't buy cases with PSUs preinstalled as I've yet to find one which meets my requirements.
I buy a new one for each build if its for me. If I'm building a cheapy one for family or friends then will used the one that comes in the case.
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It depends on how long it was since my last build, i will be buying a new PSU for my next build, but only becasue the psu i currently have is gettng on for 3 years old and needs replacing.
Normally buy a new one.
I currently have a corsair 620 HX so unless I have the extra money to go sli, I will reuse my current powersupply when I rebuild my pc this summer.
I would tend to reuse the PSU if I can as unlike other components PSU's seem to get more expensive.
Buy a new PSU.
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Usually a new PSU, as I've either bought pre-made, or in the two builds I've done, I've been replacing a very old system.
If the old PSU is decent and up to scratch, I keep it. If not, I get a new one. Simple
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I reuse the PSU, of course, until the old one dies or is not powerfull enough
Well I generally spec my PSU up so that it can power my system exactly right.Therefore I don't have a lot of excess power and have to buy a new unit with every new build.But that's ok since: 1.I don't go for the ultimate models and 2.better products have been released.
What I would do depends on circumstances.
I rarely use a PSU that comes with the case because I rarely buy a case that comers with a PSU.
As for getting a new one or reusing an existing one, it all depends on what I've got that's spare and what the demands of the new system are. I could well do either.
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