Identifying issues with audio output even after inspection by a technician.
Identifying issues with audio output even after inspection by a technician.
Hello everyone! I’m dealing with a really bothersome problem on my PC—it makes this strange snap sound in various situations, like when playing games, exiting them, or even when the system is off. Even after replacing the PSU as a precaution, the noise continues. Over the past four days, the shop hasn’t been able to identify where the sound is coming from. As a gesture of goodwill and since all my components are under warranty, they replaced the power supply in hopes it was the cause. Now, while I’m typing this, the sound still happens, though less frequently. I’ve attached an audio file so anyone with experience might help figure out what’s causing it. I’ve spent nearly $100 on repairs so far, and I’m really hoping someone can assist me in resolving this issue!
PC Specs: Corsair 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 6400MHz CL32, MSI Pro Z790-A WIFI motherboard Noctua NH-D15 Kingston M.2 NVMe Gen 4 2TB Corsair RM850e ATX 3.0 850W Zalman Z10 Plus Case Intel Core i7 13700K Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3060 12GB PC SOUND ISSUE.mp4
Never encountered anything like this before; the noise happens roughly once every second. It could be coming from the fan or a very loud relay in the PSU. For the starter, I’d turn off all chassis fans and check if the sound disappears, which might help pinpoint its source. Personally, I’d remove the system from the PC case and test it on a table for a more accurate assessment.
The noise is now only once after being three times before I brought it in. Should I leave all fans off and let the PC run to check if it happens again?
Noise locating typically involves either pinpointing the source directly or using elimination techniques. Most cases rely on the latter. Inside a PC case, components are usually close together, which can complicate finding the sound origin due to echo and other factors. Outside in an open bench setup, parts can be positioned farther apart, making it easier for clarity. For systems without mechanical elements beyond the GPU or CPU cooler, this separation helps improve accuracy.