Dell Part Number: WU136

Model Number: H235E-00

Compatible Dell Part Numbers: FR610, PW116, RM112, R224M, R225M, WU136, G185T, GPGDV

Compatible Model Numberss: H235E-00, F235E-00, L235ES-00, H235P-00, AC235AS-00

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P/N: HP-D2352A0
AC Input: 100-240V/ 4.5A, 50-60Hz
DC Output:
+5V 16A, +3.3V 5A, +12V 4A, +5VFP 4A, -12V 0.5A,
+5V And +3.3V Shall Not Exceed 88W
MAX Output Power: 235W
Safety: UL, N, R32098, CCC S&E, RUV S&E, CE,
Dimensions: 3.1 W x 2.4 H x 8.4 D - Inches
Connectors:
1x 24-Pin Mini ATX Power Connector
1x 4-Pin ATX Power Connector
1x SATA Power Connector
1x Slimline SATA Power Connector

I saw many of these resellers but am very disappointed in the prices they are charging now that the product is EOL.

The price I was paying, with my government discount, makes it almost foolish to buy these at retail.

Short term I could get away with a few of these at retail price but I am more worried about the long term solution.

We have the same problem with the power supplies on 760s failing. We have been opening the power supplies & replacing 2 or 3 bad capacitors on the board. For a couple bucks you can fix them versus replace them. Please make sure you're careful if you go this route. There are some big caps on the board. Once you get the hang of it it's a $2, 20 minute job.

Thanks FishBizkit!

I did not think about going that route. I am not super skilled at electronics repair but I can run a soldering iron.

You've given me a great solution and I thank you.

Thanks Speedstep...

This is right inline with what I was looking for. This seems to be a compatible PSU with a decent price.

The only problem is they only show 1 more in stock. Hopefully this will have greater availability in the future.

And then I looked again and noticed that it is a used item.

Hi,

Is the only parts needing to be replace the big CAPS? What's the best way to discharge prior to replacing?

Thanks,

Murray

Hi, Is the only parts needing to be replace the big CAPS? What's the best way to discharge prior to replacing? Thanks, Murray

 MSholind

Sorry, don't know what 'big CAPS' mean?

To discharge the residue power, remove the power cord from the power supply and hold the power button in, for about 30 seconds.

Bev.

Big Caps = Big Capacitors.  If not properly discharged they hold enough power to KILL YOU.:emotion-3:

This is why power supplies are not considered user serviceable parts.

The most serious danger of a capacitor is that it stores electrical charge.

Even if power to the computer has been turned off, the power supply capacitors may still retain enough charge to kill you. Since electrolytic capacitors are foil and fluid or paste-filled cans, pressure may build up inside the can and cause the capacitor to leak or burst. Electrolyte leaking from the capacitor is corrosive, causing skin irritation, damage to eyes or mucus tissues and damage to boards. If the explosive event happens when you do not have safety glasses on this can cause permanent blindness.

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