Help, moved desktop PC from UK to US

[MadSimq]

Hello. I need help, like I've never needed it before.

I built my desktop in the UK over 3 years, Gigabyte B85M-DS3H 2x 8GB hyperx mem sticks i3 4150 GTX 960 2gb (EZcool ATX-500 JSP ATX Power Supply Unit Switching Mode 20+4-Pin ATX) 100GB + 240GB SSDs

I bought a 3 pin power cable for the PC to use in the US, as i'll be here for another 20 days or so and was looking for a temp solution. Travelling with the PC was fine, all components removed and in static bags, bubble wrapped, pc brought as carry on, desktop re-assembled fine, cpu reseated. Now please forgive me, im no expert, but there were no complications in bringing the PC here.

My problem is this. I plug in the PC to the US outlet, my GPU light turns on, the PC turns on, and my fan is spinning about 2x as fast as normal. Also, I have no monitor, as I planned to use HDMI connections to a television.

So, I turn on the pc connected to the tv, but get no image, and my keyboard shows no response. The PC turns on fine, but I've hit a wall and it's hurting me. I connected only the bootdrive so far, but I am at a loss as to why I get no image, no response from keyboard to even view the BIOS.

I do not believe any components are damaged, as it turns on fine, can stay on fine, GPU responds, fan is alive, but there is no picture and no keyboard response. So, please, if anyone has an idea of how I may proceed, or any tips to try, I am eagerly waiting a response.

The only idea i've had so far is the power supply unit, it is pretty old and does not have any manual switch on the back for voltage. Also, the HDMI connections work fine on the tv, as do VGA cables on this laptop. I've searched internet for a bit with no luck. Sorry for the long post, but any more info needed I will be glad to provide. Thank you.

 

[chegalhavara]

My guess is that your PSU is only designed for 220/230V and in the US I believe they have a 110V current. Just be glad your PSU prevented everything from frying. You probably need a transformer from 110V to 230V. I dont live in the US so I´m guessing.

 

[mcnumpty23]

if the psu doesnt have the switch on the rear for the different voltage chances are it auto selects the correct voltage

if you have the make and model number of the psu that can be checked to be certain

 

[MadSimq]

if the psu doesnt have the switch on the rear for the different voltage chances are it auto selects the correct voltage

if you have the make and model number of the psu that can be checked to be certain

I am using the 500W EZCool Switching Mode Power supply (ATX-500 JSP), I assumed it would switch automatically but when I noticed the 2x fan speed I wasn't sure.

 

[mcnumpty23]

cant find much info on it to be honest which usually means its a really cheap psu

if i was you i would take advantage of the much cheaper price of electronics in the usa compared to the uk and replace it with a half decent psu

 

[chegalhavara]

Tried to search a bit and couldnt find much information. Everything that I looked only says 230v. My guess is that model does not switch automatically.

Found this image of a 400w one. Input only 230v: https://cache.osta.ee/iv2/auctions/1_9_14501098.jpg

Edit: Found an image of that baby. Also input 230v: http://microdream.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/img_6357_8.jpg

 

[MadSimq]

I had the same experience, couldn't find any details on it. Someone gave it to me 2nd hand 4+ years ago, so it really is beyond its use now.

Thank you guys for your time and help, I really appreciate it. I will go out and seek a new PSU, and update thread.

All the best!

 

[MadSimq]

Tried to search a bit and couldnt find much information. Everything that I looked only says 230v. My guess is that model does not switch automatically.

Found this image of a 400w one. Input only 230v: https://cache.osta.ee/iv2/auctions/1_9_14501098.jpg

Edit: Found an image of that baby. Also input 230v: http://microdream.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/img_6357_8.jpg

The second image, is the exact model I am using. Thanks for the help!

 

[Rocky Bennett]

That power supply is only made for 230 volt input, it says right on it. Look at it and you cann see what it says on the side, (Do I need to post pictures?)

 

[mcnumpty23]

I had the same experience, couldn't find any details on it. Someone gave it to me 2nd hand 4+ years ago, so it really is beyond its use now.

Thank you guys for your time and help, I really appreciate it. I will go out and seek a new PSU, and update thread.

All the best!

hope a new psu sorts you out

and at least in the usa you can get a decent one a whole lot cheaper than over here in the uk

 

[Rocky Bennett]

I had the same experience, couldn't find any details on it. Someone gave it to me 2nd hand 4+ years ago, so it really is beyond its use now.

Thank you guys for your time and help, I really appreciate it. I will go out and seek a new PSU, and update thread.

All the best!

hope a new psu sorts you out

and at least in the usa you can get a decent one a whole lot cheaper than over here in the uk

Yeah, and if you buy a reputable PSU, you can use it in both the USA and UK.

 

[mcnumpty23]

well any of you guys that are in the usa how about suggesting the best place to get one for him?

 

[Rocky Bennett]

Amazon or Newegg

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_6?url=search-alias%3Dcomputers&field-keywords=power+supply&sprefix=power+%2Caps%2C258&crid=1FCR9P5KM73LA&pldnSite=1



http://www.newegg.com/

 

[MadSimq]

Hey I picked up an Antec 450W PSU this morning, installed it and am now up and running on the HDTV. Also, it has a switch to 230 at the back, so was a great choice. Thank you guys again for your help, wish you all a happy new years. bless

 

[mcnumpty23]

glad you are sorted and a happy new year to you too