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What will a bad psu do to your computer?

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August 6, 2014 8:51:09 PM

i have this crappy psu for 2 and 1/2 year's and i was wondering what could it do to my computer?

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a b ) Power supply
August 6, 2014 8:54:15 PM

This is what happens when you use a bad PSU on your computer


Seriously, what crappy PSU do you have?
Some crappy PSU can last for quite some time, but most of them don't. I used to have one call PowerMan that came with the case. After 5 years that thing is still working. But if your going to do any sort of overclocking, the PSU that came with the case aren't up to the job. You will need to get a better PSU.
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August 6, 2014 8:57:10 PM

LOL i had this one for 2 years and nothing happend yet should i get a new one?
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August 6, 2014 8:58:37 PM

Poor ripple filtering causes core voltages to be run higher so that clock cycles do not time out. Worst case scenario is that your ripple is so bad that you get many random BSODs from your CPU cycles missing or artifacts on your screen from your GPU.

Poor regulation could lead to inconsistencies on the rails when under load or higher temperature. For example the PSU might only put out 11v on the 12v rail which makes motherboard and graphics cards run hotter due to I^2R losses and eventually causes failure.

Poor PSUs are made with cheap capacitors which do not last long and are susceptible to heat greater than 40C. All dielectric insulation does eventually wear out but high end PSUs will use quality caps which can last a very long time under higher temperatures.

Poor PSUs also lack protection like overloads, overtemperature, no load, ect.

This recently updated article is a good read:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/power-supply-psu-br...
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August 6, 2014 9:02:37 PM

The possibilities range from nothing to setting your computer on fire. It's possible that a low-end, low-quality PSU will work fine for it's entire rated lifespan, and it's also possible to get a high-end, high-quality PSU that's DOA, or that fails long before the end of its rated lifespan. Having said that, looking at the numbers, reviews, customer feedback, incident reports from fire departments, etc., the smart money is on the quality PSU, even at the higher cost.
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August 6, 2014 9:07:19 PM

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Professional 750W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $99.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-07 00:12 EDT-0400

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($85.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $85.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-07 00:15 EDT-0400
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August 6, 2014 9:09:05 PM

and i was looking to upgarde my gpu but idk if i should do my psu first
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a b ) Power supply
August 6, 2014 9:16:25 PM

IamReact said:
and i was looking to upgarde my gpu but idk if i should do my psu first


Well without upgrading your PSU, then getting a new GPU will just be a dream...
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August 6, 2014 9:17:16 PM

LOL Guess my psu isnt crap but [removed]

Watch the language. - G
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August 6, 2014 10:36:50 PM

lp231 said:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Professional 750W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $99.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-07 00:12 EDT-0400

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($85.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $85.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-07 00:15 EDT-0400


I'd get an EVGA G2 or P2 instead - the Corsair TX series are good but they use a far outdated Channel Well platform. The EVGA units use the much newer Leadex G2 platform. Read on: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=...

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