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  1. Iver Hicarte

    Question Can I add an additional 4-pin ATX power connector/cable to my Current PSU?

    I have a Corsair RM750i 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply, I have owned it for 5 years now without any hiccups. I did a motherboard upgrade recently and this mobo of mine has an additional 4 pin ATX connector which is only used by "extreme" overclockers and only for extreme...
  2. clowner68

    Question Should I replace my generic psu for an 80 plus

    I was planning on buying an xfx rx 580 but looking at my rig I'm feeling skeptical it won't. It's a generic cvs p4-700 that I bought from Facebook marketplace that came with a motherboard that was around php500-ish(Philippines) so I had to ask if it might still work or better off buying a new...
  3. B

    Question Is it possible to replace my HP Prodesk 400 G5 mt power supply with a standard atx supply?

    Hi, My HP Prodesk pc suddenly turns off when I play video games or sometimes when under heavy load. I am certain it's the power supply that causes the problem. I tried removing the supply and jump-starting the green and black wire(from the 3rd connector), it turned on, but there was some weird...
  4. L

    Question PC doesn't turn on_ Red light & yellow light blinking in motherboard.

    Hello everyone, I'm facing a problem couldn't be able to find solution so decided to ask expert opinion. Recently I decided to upgrade my pc and bought the products and started building it by myself. The upgrades that I made. Intel i7 4770 to Amd Ryzen 7600 (new) Asus H81M-CS to MSI A620M-E(new)...
  5. T

    Question Can I run an MSI RTX 3060 Ti with a Corsair CV550 550 watts bronze PSU ?

    If not, what PSU is recommended ? specs: aorus b450 elite v2 ryzen 5 3600 2x 8gb ram 3200hz 500gb hdd 2x 240gb sdd corsair 550w bronze(CV550) 8cpu fan 144hz monitor
  6. T

    Question Gigabyte Z790 8+8 EPS power

    I recently purchased an i9 13900k along with a Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX motherboard. I am upgrading my current PC and I planned on keeping my EVGA 650 G3 PSU, but the power supply has only one 8 pin EPS connector, while the gigabyte Z790 motherboard has two 8 pin connectors. I plan on...
  7. R

    Question Will an Antec HCG 520 run an RTX 2060 ?

    Hi, I'm thinking to get MSI VENTUS RTX 2060 and I have to know if this PSU is enough to handle RTX 2060 card. My configuration: Core i7 4790 GA-B85M-DS3H-A 16GB DDR3 I had MSI GAMING X GTX 1060 6G and its gone. now want to upgrade to RTX 2060 Antec HCG 520
  8. AleksiDj52

    Question Cleaned my PC and when i boot up, it shuts off and repeats the same process

    Hello everyone, i will be quick here but few days ago i dusted off my pc using a hair dryer in the cool temp, did what i do every few months but when i pressed the power button to check if everything was working fine after the cleaning process, everything seemed alright but right before it beeps...
  9. G

    Question Dell XPS One A2420 power supply replacement

    Hey all. Please forgive me since it's been years since I have really been on the forum. I have a Dell XPS One A2420 all in one machine that the power supply seems to have failed in. The model is a HIPRO HP-D2554A0 power supply. It seems to have been in use with servers as well, so the prices...
  10. SpacedIsland

    Question PC crashing and restarting but only once per initial boot

    As the title suggests, my PC has been having this issue where it will find its self crashing and restarting instantly usually 20-30 minutes after I boot it up, sometimes sooner if I launch a game or even just random happenstance. Then after the initial crash and restart, the PC seems to work...
  11. A

    Question coil whine on PSU, should I continue to use

    Thread title: My PSU coil whine that started a couple days ago has kept a constant semi-loud noise for sometime whilst I wait for my replacement, should I still use Title pretty much, its a Corsair CX550F RGB, 80 PLUS Bronze (White). 1 and 1/2 years old. As expected only happens when the PSU...
  12. MA Axior

    Question Can i use non-80+ power supply for my PC?

    so i've been planning this upgrade for November 2023 i5-4690 > i3-10100F/i5-10400F 2x8gb ddr3 1600Mhz > 2x8gb ddr4 3000Mhz/3200Mhz H81 Mb > H410M Mb GTX 750ti > GTX 1650 a new cooler i already have good ssd and hdd so i guess i dont need to upgrade it. so after i do some math, i find out that...
  13. A

    Question Data and power cable burned in SSD

    Hi all! I hope you can help me I recently purchased a new Kingston A400 960 GB SSD. When I connected it to my computer, I used a power cable that I didn't realize it was a Type 3 cable from a Corsair power supply (CSM650, I have a NZXT Hale). So when I turned it on, it started to burn (I saw...
  14. EzPzStreamz

    Question Audio crackle and minor stuttering after upgrading PSU and GPU ?

    I recently upgraded from a MSI 2080 Ti Gaming X Trio to a 4080 of the same. With this, I also upgrade the power supply from a Corsair RM750 to a RM1000x. After installation, I am noticing what seems to be low power output to my motherboard's rear usb ports causing audio crackling and issues with...
  15. DudeGuyPerson21

    Question PC posts with weaker GPU, but not with powerful GPU and with a twist?

    1. So I upgraded my old pc and reused some componenents, my new pc posts with a GT 310 consistently compared to my GTX 1050, what happens if I post with my 1050 is that all fans would spin then stop immediately, I would have to turn off and on the power supply to do it again. The twist is, I CAN...
  16. K

    Question Upgrade Lenovo Thinkstation p330 powersupply

    Hi All, I am trying to replace the power supply so that I can supply power to a pci video card PNY GE force GTX 1650 (REQUIRES POWER [6 PIN CONNECTOR] ) .... Model: P330 System model: 30C5CTO1WW...
  17. D

    Question Samsung Odyssey G7A disconnects under load

    Hey guys, first time posting and I really need some help. My Samsung Odyssey G7A goes dark and then reconnects randomly under specific circumstances. The black screen doesn’t last very long and looks just like if the monitor were to lose connection for 1s. I can’t put my finger on what it is...
  18. Brandon Umali

    Question Best Graphics Card for my Gigabyte motherboard ?

    Hi Everyone, Good Day! Thank you for checking this question out. As the title says, what's the best graphics card for my 8 years old GA-F2A78M-HD2 motherboard ? I've been using an APU (AMD A8 - 7600) for so long and now I've decided to use a dedicated graphics card, can you give me an idea on...
  19. mrmaruniversal

    Question Using a laptop charger to power monitor

    I cannot find the original power cable for this Lenovo monitor. I found a laptop charger with the same V to A ratings. Will it work or damage the monitor overtime? This connector does fit with the monitor. Here is a link to view the following images. View: https://imgur.com/a/te2NVBA
  20. Version0

    Question Should I Buy ThermalTake Lite 550W

    R5 3600 and RX 580 NOTE: I am on turkey so everything in here 1.5x-2.0x
  21. X

    Question GPU power connectors making crackling noises mainly during boot — PSU fault or something else?

    Hi everyone, When I turn my PC on it briefly spins up my fans and right before they stop I consistently hear a crackling noise coming from around the PCIe power-pin connections. This is not the only time it happens, but it is the most reliable and consistent way to observe the issue. I’ve...
  22. G

    Question I don't know what is wrong with my computer HELP

    System: CPU: Ryzen 9 3900X CPU cooler: Asus Ryujin 240 Motherboard: Asus X570 Crosshair VIII Hero Wi-Fi RAM: Corsair Vengeance Pro 2 x 16 DDR4-3200 Storage: 2 x Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2 GPU: EVGA XC 2070 super 8gb Case: Asus Helios PSU: Asus THOR 1200 W 80+ Platinum Recently the mini...
  23. dannybueno

    Question Corsair H100 not working with new PSU

    I just upgraded from a 650W PSU to an EVGA 1000GT, and when I tried to boot I got the CPU fan error. I made sure all connections were seated snugly, and tried plugging the SATA power plug for the cooler into SATA 1-4 on the PSU, and the peripheral slot to no avail. Everything else works fine...
  24. L

    Question ATX Power Connect Striped But PC Run Just Fine ?

    my 24 pins motherboard power connector just striped randomly at 3.3v is it normal my pc run just absolutely fine is there something else I'm missing
  25. FGZwithoutFX-9000

    Question What is best PSU solution for under $50 ?

    So curently i have crap psu cost 5$ It is not have a brand its 500w and my pc spec is wild i had pentium g3240, 4gb ram, and RX 5600xt i got that gpu for 8$ 💀 FR! And its work well for 5 month im not doing it for gaming just play roblox and googling i dont want use it for gaming cause you know...
  26. M

    Question PC Malfunctioning after RAM and PSU change

    Hi, this is my first post on any hardware related forum, which may indicate my helplessness with a problem that I've encountered a few days ago. So lately I've been thinking of upgrading my GPU since I've recently bought a nice 2k monitor and my good old 1070 just isn't enough anymore. To...
  27. .ESC.

    Question Power Supply with 4 x 12v rails to power an electrically adjustable car seat ?

    i have an old hiper type-m 630w psu that has 4 x 12v rails that can do 18a each and i want to power an electrically adjustable car seat with it without the heating element, is it possible to join these rails together into 1 high amp 12v output, i wouldnt be putting a heavy load on them i just...
  28. C

    Question Unknown on-off buzzing noise coming from PC

    I'm getting random buzzing sounds coming from my PC. It goes in and out at random and doesn't seem to be affected when my system is under load (such as heavy gaming). I have replaced both my power supply and case fans as they seemed like the most obvious culprits, but the noise has persisted...
  29. G

    Question RTX 2060 with 550w PSU

    I'm planning to just change my GPU on my actual rig, my actual rig is: Motherboard: Asus H110M-K CPU: Intel Core i7-7700 GPU: MSI GAMING X GTX 1060 3GB (Planning to upgrade to RTX 2060) RAM: 2x8GB Ballistix Sport DDR4 2400 MHZ SSD: ADATA 128 GB HDD: WD 1 TB 7200 RPM PSU: EVGA 550W (non 80+, non...
  30. consptheory77

    Question Gold and 1000W PCIe5 or 850W Titanium?

    Price being equal ($200), would you choose a MSI - MPG A1000G PCIE 5.0, 80 GOLD or a Super Flower Leadex Titanium 850W 80+ Titanium?
  31. M

    Question PSU +5VSB line failure

    The +5VSB line on my PSU is reading 10V and the USB power lines are reading 7V. It killed my wireless mouse and keyboard dongle. The computer isn't damaged and other power lines are normal. What should I do?
  32. goldenretrieverfan

    Question Motherboards compatible with Z400 power supply

    Hello. I have a HP Z400 computer which I was given for free due to the motherboard being broken by my friend. Everything else still works in the computer. I know that the Z400 power supply has a non-standard power output to motherboards. Which motherboards work with a Z400 power supply other...
  33. K

    Question PSU noise issues in ASUS PRIME AP201 case.

    PSU noise issues in ASUS PRIME AP201 case. The Build I've build this PC last week, first with the CoolerMaster Masterwatt 750, which had noise issues: https://streamable.com/60qnus The build was running super well, and otherwise absolutely silent. Then I swapped to the, here recommended...
  34. KayyIsHere

    Question Front chassis fans aren't spinning, dimly glowing and letting out one long beep.

    Build: Corsair 4000D Airflow Case ASUS TUF B450-PLUS Gaming ii Ryzen 5 - 3600x Nvidia RTX 3070 Corsair Vengeance RGB PRO 32gb (16 x 2) DDR4 3600MHz Corsair RM850x 850, 80 Plus Gold Corsair AF120, 120mm (Chassis Fans) Okay so, I replaced my old PSU (VS650) with my new RM850x. The PC boots and...
  35. JustBru00

    Question Looking for a replacement of a Xerox Accxes controller power supply

    I have an old Xerox plotter which uses a computer called a Xerox Accxes controller. Today, when I attempted to power it on, I heard a pop and I could smell a burnt electrical scent. My guess is that the power supply has failed as now no lights will light on the motherboard. The power supply is...
  36. D

    [SOLVED] Corsair cx-650f psu coil whine and efficiency question

    Just installed my Corsair cx psu and Ive noticed There's an aggregious coil whine, I'm just wondering if it's worth returning as in hindsight I maybe should've got a more energy efficient and higher quality PSU :/ in these times where energy prices are so high (I'm in the UK) do you think I...
  37. Pururaj

    Question Gigabyte P850GM making static/buzzing noise

    I just recently made a new build with a ryzen 7 5700x and an rtx 3080 10gb, everything is running fine until recently my psu started making this buzzing or static noise, its coming right from where the power cord is connected and its not the cord i checked with a different one, the noise is...
  38. J

    Question Event ID 56 - ACPI 2/dwm.exe randomly shutting off PC when gaming

    I have an intel i9 10850k, Asus RTX 3060ti, Gigabyte Z490 Motherboard, GSkill 32 gb RAM sticks, Corsair power supply. I recently changed the GPU from EVGA 3080 to Asus 3060ti thinking it would resolve this issue. It happens randomly when I game in Valorant, and sometimes with Furmark stress test...
  39. Soshiim

    [SOLVED] HP 280 G2 SFF Power Supply Adapter ?

    Been trying to figure out how to get power from an ATX PSU to this board. I bought a adapter that was apparently meant for the boards on HPs, well it doesn't work. I have tested the psu to see if it works with the 4 3 pin (Clipside) with a wire, psu turns on. Also when I plug the old psu in the...
  40. Zvonkoo

    [SOLVED] Will AsRock RX 6900XT OC Formula work on Seasonic GX-750W Gold

    I have Seasonic GX-750W 80 Plus Gold power supply, it's brand new. Currently I'm looking to buy a new GPU. I have my eyes on 6800 XT and 6900 XT models, but right now there is a deal for AMD Radeon™ RX 6900 XT OC Formula 16GB RX6900XT OCF 16G for 600 euros ~ $651. I've read about 6900XT running...