[simpits-tech] Using an ATX power supply

[Roy Coates]

On Thu, 30 Sep 2004, Bubba wrote:

> Roy Coates wrote:
> > ok, so you link the green wire to ground and the power supply should
> > switch on.
> >
> > Now, I do recall that these supplies need a load in order to function
> > properly. I also recall horror stories about them failing if they
> > don't have a proper load on them. Truth or urban myth?
> >
> > Can anyone who KNOWS please share!?
>
> Ok, found it. A momentary switch between pin 14 and ground will do it. Just
> make sure there's enough of a load on the +5v side since it's a switch mode
> PS. It shouldn't fail without a load, but may well shut down.
>
> Note that this is ONLY for ATX PS's. Doesn't count for AT's.


Magic, thanks Steve.  +5 at 12 amps.   Smokin' !!


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Roy Coates.
Dept of Engineering.
Liverpool University.
E-Mail: r.coates at liv.ac.uk
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