Easy Tower Amiga owners constantly run into power supply problems. Ms Mad Lemon addresses these issues in her latest episode. She focuses on keeping her Amiga 1200 Tower stable when using a modern PSU. With adapters, voltage checks, and a bit of humor, she guides viewers through the process.
Modern PSUs and Their Quirks
Many modern ATX PSUs have a minimum load requirement. As a result, they often struggle with devices like the Amiga 1200 or modular synths. Both need plus and minus 12V and 5V lines. In the past, Mean Well power supplies had the same problem. However, since 2020, newer models have dropped the minimum load requirement on the 5V rail. This change makes them a much better fit for Amiga setups.
Adapter Advice and Common Pitfalls
Ms Mad Lemon admits she once made things harder by cutting an ATX cable for a direct connection. Now she knows an adapter is the better choice. These adapters make it simple to route ATX power through screw terminals. They give the Amiga the 12V, -12V, and 5V lines it needs. While using the floppy power port seems convenient, it skips important protective circuitry. That makes voltage spikes more likely. For long-term use, the main power connector is always safer.
Testing, Tweaking, and Staying Safe
Before trusting her Amiga 1200, Ms Mad Lemon tests everything on a spare Amiga 500. She uses a Pico PSU-style board, which regulates 12V and adds built-in fuses. This approach adds safety and gives peace of mind. Every connection gets double-checked. Each voltage gets measured. By doing this, she makes sure the correct voltage rails remain steady. The power LED glows brightly, and games load smoothly. Clearly, the setup works.
Practical Tips for Tower Owners
For Easy Tower Amiga builds, using updated adapters and power supplies pays off. It’s best to avoid running the Amiga from the floppy connector. Instead, check that the main board has proper filtering components like inductors and chokes. Adapters protect your hardware and make swapping PSUs quick. Newer Mean Well supplies, released after 2020, are easier to use since they do not need a load resistor on the 5V rail. This opens safer choices for vintage machines.
Stable Power Means More Amiga Fun
Thanks to careful planning and testing, the Easy Tower Amiga 1200 finally runs smoothly. There are no more flickering LEDs or restarts. Ms Mad Lemon shows that with patience, good tools, and the right adapter, even tough PSU issues can be fixed. Her solution brings the A1200 back to life. That’s a happy ending for any retro computing fan.
