PSU Seasonic X-850 Spark noise and flash when turn on pc.

Tidus77

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Hi, i want to ask if anyone knows if it is normal that my psu (Seasonic x-850) is working fine.
Some time ago it started doing a small flash and a spark noise when i turn on the pc. Strange thing is that the system works perfect no crahes, no shutdowns or any sign of poor performance of the psu (Currently playing AC Syndicate at ultra)
My current system info is at the bottom at this post.
Another question is i allways used it in hybrid mode since i bought it, dont know if thats the issue that causes the sparks or something else. But i am concern about this. I bought it about 8 months ago i think.

Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
 
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SeaSonic is good about RMA's (at least in the US), fill out their form, get an RMA number from them then mail your PSU to them without any cables*. If the PSU is faulty, they'll repair or replace it, if the PSU checks out okay, they'll want a $25 "handling fee" to send it back (I suppose for wasting their time). I know this because I RMA'd an X650 about three months ago
Directions for US RMA here http://seasonicusa.com/RMABeta/

* "14. For Repair/Replacement items, please DO NOT ship with the user manual, cables, adapter, screws or any other accessories. We will not be responsible for returning these items"

Tidus77

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It only does it when it turns on. Is that bad? Then i guess i will have learn how to rma.... since i never did it. But i dont want to screw any part of my system.
 
SeaSonic is good about RMA's (at least in the US), fill out their form, get an RMA number from them then mail your PSU to them without any cables*. If the PSU is faulty, they'll repair or replace it, if the PSU checks out okay, they'll want a $25 "handling fee" to send it back (I suppose for wasting their time). I know this because I RMA'd an X650 about three months ago
Directions for US RMA here http://seasonicusa.com/RMABeta/

* "14. For Repair/Replacement items, please DO NOT ship with the user manual, cables, adapter, screws or any other accessories. We will not be responsible for returning these items"
 
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