It's possible that PSU might be deteriorating gradually.
It's possible that PSU might be deteriorating gradually.
Hello
I would like to ask, if its possible to PSU slowly going to die. Now let me explain why i guess.
My PC Specs :
CPU : AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (OC to 5.2GHz)
CPU Cooler : Arctic Liquid Freezer Pro - 360
RAM : 4x48 GB RAM - Kingston Fury ( all 4 sticks ), 6000 MHz, CL30
MB : ASUS Crosshair X870E Hero
PSU : Corsair RM1000x
( 3 months old, was factsory new )
SSD : 1x Samsung 2TB 9100 Pro, 1x Samsung 4TB 990 Pro
GPU : Gainward GeForce 5070 Ti Phoenix
( not even 14 days old )
Problem started 2 days ago. I am just chillin and playing Path of Exile, which there was suddenly BSOD without any warning or any reason. I told myself, okay
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happens. Its maybe because of game. So i started play again POE - now it was reboot PC after a while of playing. So this kinda sounds suspicious. So i tried some benchmarks (3D Mark, Unigine SuperPosition) and everything was OK. So i tried CPU test (OCCT - CPU test), Cinebench 15 & 23 - everything ok. Temperatures was also ok on GPU and CPU.
But... There comes the mystery. When i tried hardly using system, or hardcore Power test in OCCT - It takes about 600W (CPU+GPU), and from this situation there is always freezee and i must do a hard reset. Problem is its sometimes it freezee at 30s, sometimes after 2 minutes, but still same scenario.
What i tried at all.
1) Reinstall chipset AMD drivers
2) ADD voltage to CPU (tried default - same result)
3) Update BIOS to the latest one ( 1512 )
4) Underclock and power limit on GPU on lowest possible (power limit)
5) Check if there is something with SSDs, they are perfectly working.
6) Tried Memtest (all 4 pass), OCCT - MEM, and CPU+MEM no errors
7) Tried other game if situation occurs again. It not happens, but i am not gonna blame Path of Exile, because of Power Test in OCCT is a proof - where something is dying or almost dead.
I really think there is a PSU suspicious component, which is going slowly to die or its just mine feeling and it could be something else?
I cannot try the PSU on other PC, because other PC is low-end without power usage more than 250-300w at nax,
I do not have other PSU to test in my PC, if its OK or no.
There is no crackling or some kind of sounds from PSU.
I am lost, do you have any ideas how to resolve this annonying and little dangerous situation?? If its PSU i can buy other, but i am not sure if it is the reason of hard freezee in test.
Thanks for your tips.
Check Reliability History/Monitor and Event Viewer.
One or both tools might record an error code, warning, or event right before or during the BSOD.
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Shut down the system, disconnect it, and open the case.
Remove dust and debris.
Ensure all connectors, cards, RAM, jumpers, and case connections are securely positioned.
Examine with a bright flashlight for any signs of damage.
I am not gonna lie, but i´ve got clean PC, probably i can check if connectors are strictly plugged and or if its damaged. But this starts only 2 days ago and i did not move PC so it cannot something unplug or so.
One more idea, could be on rail on PSU dead, so it cannot feed properly CPU / GPU ? ( on GPU i am using splitter 2x8 to 1x16VHPWR, because that one what is from Corsair is weak (means too much soft and can bend easily.
3 month old PSUs are almost always stable. I would check the video card to confirm the problem persists.
Thanks for the advice. I noticed that 12VHPWR from the PSU isn't working properly. I plugged it in exactly as before, and the GPU also works fine. Regarding the RAM, I forgot to mention I have two 48GB sticks again.
Edit: I reinserted both RAM modules firmly, making sure everything is secure (CPU, ATX, all connectors). Even after reseating all cables on the PSU and checking again, it seems normal. Still unsure how they were released—just didn’t do anything with the PC. It just stays in one place...
so do you have two kits of 48gb or just two sticks? how is the gpu being powered if the 12vhpwr isn't working? if the cable isn't functioning, it might be a defective gpu cable. one thing to note is that if you do two tight bends, it could damage the cable. also, make sure it's inserted correctly—it should be keyed so you can't accidentally use it. i haven't used one yet, but i prefer adapters over a single 16-pin one because i don't want to rely on them.
I own just one DDR KIT (2x48GB). However, the 12VHPWR isn't working, or perhaps the cable is faulty. By the way, I'm aware of how to bend cables properly. It's crucial to avoid melting the cable or causing damage. I'm also using an adapter. The setup is 2x8pin to 1xVHPWR.
I believed it was fixed, but there are still two more BSODs and a random reset coming today... any suggestions?