Want to SLI, but can my system do it

[ZackariahHarris]

Hows it going guys im new here...actually brand new. Been thinking about going SLI ever since I got my new card and think im gonna do it. Few things I need help with tho here are my specs:
- Geforce gtx 680 classified
- Intel i3770k
- 16 gb ram

Now my concern lies with my motherboard and power supply. I have a 500w and im positive I need a more powerful one but don't know how much. And the biggest concern is my motherboard not sure if its SLI compatible. I got an msi z77a-g43 linked here: http://us.msi.com/product/mb/Z77A-G43.html Any help is greatly appreciated guys thanks.

 

[jimthenagual]

Unfortunately no, that motherboard supports only crossfire, not sli.

 

[ZackariahHarris]

recommend a quality mb not too pricey? and what would be an optimal ps wattage?

 

[jimthenagual]

Asus P8Z77-V PRO $159.98
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-p8z77vpro

ASRock Z77 Extreme4 $119.99
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asrock-motherboard-z77extreme4

Depending on your budget, Asus for higher end, Asrock for budget level, these two boards are both great.

For PSU, there's a good deal on this Seasonic M12II 850W $99.99
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss850am

edit: just found this one too. Antec HCG850M $79.99 after mail in rebate - it's made by Seasonic, one of the best makers right now.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/antec-power-supply-hcg850m

If you aren't in the U.S., just say the word and I (or someone else) will help you find a deal from a site you prefer.

 

[determinologyz]

Asus P8Z77-V PRO $159.98
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-p8z77vpro

ASRock Z77 Extreme4 $119.99
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asrock-motherboard-z77extreme4

Depending on your budget, Asus for higher end, Asrock for budget level, these two boards are both great.

For PSU, there's a good deal on this Seasonic M12II 850W $99.99
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss850am

edit: just found this one too. Antec HCG850M $79.99 after mail in rebate - it's made by Seasonic, one of the best makers right now.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/antec-power-supply-hcg850m

If you aren't in the U.S., just say the word and I (or someone else) will help you find a deal from a site you prefer.

The asrock extreme 4 for the price is pretty solid imo