PC gets the BSOD very frequently, and I can't figure out why.

[NachtWurst]

Hello!

My PC frequently BSODs while playing games or doing things that require more power. I can't seem to figure out what's causing the problem. I've noticed that my graphics card feels very hot after the PC is shut down. I've also considered that my PSU could be under powered or something, but I'm not sure, I'm not much of an expert on it.

I'll share some of my system info here, and I'd greatly appreciate it if someone might be able to help me figure out the problem. If you need more information about my system than I give, reply and I'll get you the info as soon as possible. Thanks!

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTX

CPU: AMD Phenom II X6 1045T, 3.24 GHz

MOBO: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-S2P

PSU: Delta Electronics model DPS-400RB A

RAM: Two 4GB sticks of DDR3 RAM.


Here's a link to a CPU-Z text file if that helps!

http://pastebin.ca/3197021

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

8800 GTX usually needed is about a 450w and 30 amps on the 12v+ rail and 2 - 6 pins to run it.


The Delta is lacking the power to run it.

 

[NachtWurst]

8800 GTX usually needed is about a 450w and 30 amps on the 12v+ rail and 2 - 6 pins to run it.


The Delta is lacking the power to run it.

Ah, thanks! I suspected it, but I wasn't sure. I'm going to be upgrading my system soon, so if you have a recommendation for a better PSU, I'd be grateful!

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

XFX 550W IS A REAL GOOD CHOICE.

 

[NachtWurst]

If I were to upgrade my GPU to a GeForce GTX 750Ti SC would the power supply be okay for that one too, or would you recommend something else? Thanks, I'll look into the power supply!

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

That 550w can run a 750ti easily.

 

[NachtWurst]

Alright, thanks for the help!