Could my psu be dead

[moondawg009]

Hi everyone I recently ordered a new psu, but my computer still won't turn on could it be DOA? When I plug in the unit and hit the on switch should the fans be moving?

 

[Onus]

Without full system specs, a useful answer won't be possible.

 

[moondawg009]

I-5 3750k
Gtx770 2gb
8gb ram
650w psu
Z68 asus mobo

 

[Onus]

What is the brand and model of the PSU?
Did you build this yourself? Is the mobo mounted on standoffs or raised bumps (but not both) and has a standoff only where there is a mounting hole? If not, it could be shorting to the case.

 

[moondawg009]

Mobo is raised neutron 650w If like to know if the psu fans should be running while it's plugged in (just to the wall). Yes I built it myself my old psu died so I'm replacing it with this one after 2 years.

 

[Onus]

"Neutron..." not familiar to me. Is it 80+ certified? A 650W PSU should handle your system without difficulty.

 

[moondawg009]

No it's not just trying to see if it's DOA can I check that without hooking it all up?

 

[Onus]

There is a way to power it on, but that won't determine whether or not it is good. If it is really a 350W PSU with a liar-label on it, it would turn on just fine with an insignificant load on it. Under load, it probably just power off. Of course, if it won't turn on at all, it is bad. Plug a few fans into it (so it has a load), then short the green wire to one of the black ones in the 20+4 pin motherboard connector (a paperclip can be used). Google will lead you to images and/or videos of how this is done.