[rescue] Ultra 10

[Mike Free]

> > Amperage specifications are maximums, not requirements....essentially,
the
>
> Ah, thankyaverrymuch.
>
no problem, these are the basics :)
>
> > The only number you should be worried about is the 21A 3.3V output on
the
> > U10 versus the smaller 15A spec on the PC PS.
>
> OK, so if I can find an ATX P/S with a higher rating, I should be able
> to use it? Major coolness. Can I also use one with a higer wattage
> rating?
>

wattage is a direct function of amps x volts, so yes.

>
> > really requires that much current and exceeds 15A draw, it will damage
the
> > new power supply.
>
>
> In what way? Might it burn?
>

depends on design, might burn, blow a fuse, pop a resettable breaker, etc.

> Also, what's that other mobo connector that's missing on my ATX P/S?
> I've seen them on peecee mobos, so I assume I can get an ATX P/S with a
> plug for it. Is it something important? I can't find it in the specs at
> docs.sun.com.
>

You've got me, I've never actually handled a U10 PS, like I said, what I
gave was just the universal basics. I'd assume that it would be a switch
input of some sort, like for a keyswitch or power interrupt or a shutdown
button contact.

> Thanks muchly
> ,
>
>
> ---sambo
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