[SOLVED] Will Node 202 and another itx psu work?

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So, I'm thinking about building a mini itx pc with a 1080ti but realized that the 450watt psu included with the Node 202 was only around 40 more watts than my estimated wattage, and am thinking about getting the base model Node with the Enermax Revolution SFX 550W 80 Plus Gold Full Modular Semi-Fanless Power Supply. Am i able to install it and if so, does the node 202 come with the screws needed?
 
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Seriously? No, you don't want that Enermax power supply.

This is the larger version of that same PSU.

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/enermax-revolution-sfx-650w-psu,5090-11.html

The review for the 550w version on the Small Form Factor network was similarly disappointing.

The 1080 ti has a recommendation for a 600w power supply anyhow.

http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

I personally wouldn't recommend going with anything less than this, and it should be not only good quality but also offer at the least quieter operation than something in the 550w range without sacrificing to a high noise level or poor operation due to riding the line on being near or exceeding capacity output.

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Seriously? No, you don't want that Enermax power supply.

This is the larger version of that same PSU.

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/enermax-revolution-sfx-650w-psu,5090-11.html

The review for the 550w version on the Small Form Factor network was similarly disappointing.

The 1080 ti has a recommendation for a 600w power supply anyhow.

http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

I personally wouldn't recommend going with anything less than this, and it should be not only good quality but also offer at the least quieter operation than something in the 550w range without sacrificing to a high noise level or poor operation due to riding the line on being near or exceeding capacity output.

PCPartPicker Part List

Case: Fractal Design Node 202 HTPC Case ($78.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS SGX 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply ($126.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $205.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-02-26 01:27 EST-0500


https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/seasonic-focus-sgx-650w-sfx-l-psu,6045-6.html


The Corsair SF series are also decent choices as well as the Fractal Design Ion SFX-L.
 
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