This is probably a dumb question to ask but I wanted to make sure. I am finishing up a basic home server for myself that will be used for mostly data storage on my home network and for streaming movies. The calculated wattage I would need with my setup is 285 watts of power for a PSU. I have an older 600 watt PSU that I'm going to use but my question is will a lower wattage PSU be better for efficiency, (less power draw overall). Or would it not really matter if the demand isn't there because the system wouldn't need that much? Since it will be on pretty much 24/7 the more efficient it is the better. I figure that at some point id buy a newer more cost saving one than this old one I have but the question remains, does a higher watt PSU draw use a lot more power even if the demand isn't there?
Thanks for your time!
Thanks for your time!