[SOLVED] My HWinfo is telling me that the +12v is at 8,272 volt.

[vgrd123]

I have had issues that my pc randomly restarts when i start gaming sometimes. So i downloaded HWinfo and at the +12v section it is showing 8.272 volts at idle. Could this be the issue? Do i need a new power supply?

 

[PC Tailor]

Welcome to the forums my friend!

What PSU make and model is it exactly?
I highly doubt that is an accurate figure, as at that Voltage I'd expect you to be having several problems also.

Anything outside of 5% +/- is regarded as faulty by today's standards.

 

[NightHawkRMX]

If the voltage was actually 8v, your pc wouldnt boot.

What psu is this?
What are your full specs?

 

[vgrd123]

Hello and thanks!
I have a cooler master model no: RS-500-ACAB-B1 500w

 

[vgrd123]

GeForce GTX960 2gb
Intel i5-4460
240GB SSD
16GB DDR3

 

[NightHawkRMX]

That psu is pretty low end. I would suggest a replacement. A corsair cx450m is a suitable upgrade.

 

[PC Tailor]

Hello and thanks!
I have a cooler master model no: RS-500-ACAB-B1 500w

So the PSU isn't a good quality model. So it could well be an issue.
But I doubt the voltage readings are correct, as i stated originally and remix added, you'd likely be encountering big issues if that was correct. Are you encountering any issues at all?

Easiest way to properly test is to use a multimeter and manually test each rail - but this only covers idle load.

But regardless, a better quality PSU would always be recommended. How long have you had your unit?

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Unespected shutdowns are a warning sign for a power supply on its way out.

 

[vgrd123]

So the PSU isn't a good quality model. So it could well be an issue.
But I doubt the voltage readings are correct, as i stated originally and remix added, you'd likely be encountering big issues if that was correct. Are you encountering any issues at all?

Easiest way to properly test is to use a multimeter and manually test each rail - but this only covers idle load.

But regardless, a better quality PSU would always be recommended. How long have you had your unit?

Well the pc is starting to get very old, bought it at the start of 2015.
Sometimes while i am playing csgo the pc blacks out and starts right up again, but it happens over and over again if i try to start csgo again. Very annoying.
As i only use it to play csgo (where i get stable and good enough fps) and web browsing, is it worth it to buy a new power supply? Or do you think that its too old and that its time for an upgrade?
Thanks.

 

[PC Tailor]

is it worth it to buy a new power supply? Or do you think that its too old and that its time for an upgrade?

If your PC is shutting down randomly, it is highly likely to be the PSU (not guaranteed, but highly likely)
Regardless, due to it's quality and age (it only has a 3 year warranty which is pretty poor) - I'd recommend getting a new PSU anyway.

Ass remix stated. the CX Corsair line are usually the most budget friendly that are still decent enough quality.
But there are better for a bigger price increase (which in my experience and many others, is always worth it).

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Whats your budget?

Id uograde psu at minimum.

 

[vgrd123]

Whats your budget?

Id uograde psu at minimum.

Well i just want a working pc at the cheapest possible cost. Could ask some of my mates if i could try one of their power supplies just to see?

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Could ask some of my mates if i could try one of their power supplies just to see?

Definately. Just make sure you dont borrow an ultra cheapo unit that will blow up or something.

 

[vgrd123]

Definately. Just make sure you dont borrow an ultra cheapo unit that will blow up or something.

Haha no ill see what they have first.
Thanks for the help!