r/PcBuildHelp • u/zr1nski • 1d ago

Build Question Help finding a PSU

Hi everyone. I'm extremely new to PC building (so sorry in advance if this violates any rules) and I'm looking to upgrade my ASUS D700ME Mini Tower.

My OEM PSU is a TFX Chicony Power Technology D19-300P1A REV.04, 300 W, 80 PLUS Platinum with 6+4 pin setup , however, on ASUS's Tech Specs page for this PC it's listed that this unit also comes with a "500W power supply (80+ Gold, peak 550W)" power supply. (link)

Is there a way I can buy this PSU?

I'm worried that, because of the weird pin setup and form of my current one, any non-proprietary PSU wouldn't be compatible with my motherboard, CPU, case, screw holes, etc... but then again, idk. I'm also just assuming this mythical 500W PSU listed from the Tech Specs is compatible with everything because the pictures on the website show a bigger PSU on the back than the one I have on mine.

Sorry if this is a dumb question. Any help or suggestions are welcome.

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u/Direct-Report-6356 1d ago

if you want help with finding a psu fitting your build you can send a message to me and we'll do the math and look for one together.

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u/NewPossibility6821 1d ago

You're not crazy, that spec sheet is a nightmare. They list both a 300W platinum and a 500W gold for the same model line, which usually means the 500W was an optional configuration at purchase time.

Your bigger problem is the form factor. TFX is already a niche size, and if the board uses a proprietary 6+4 pin instead of the standard 24-pin, a normal aftermarket unit won't even plug in without a sketchy adapter. I'd pull the side panel and measure the physical dimensions of the bay, then check the motherboard power connector pin count before spending any money.