Need assistance with your power supply unit.
Need assistance with your power supply unit.
Hey there! It sounds like the power supply might be the issue. The PSU passed the test, but when you connect it to the motherboard, the fans stop spinning while the board lights up. No luck with any parts—just troubleshooting. The lights flicker and shut off quickly. For a 500W PSU with 28A, check the voltage output and see if it matches your system’s requirements. Let me know what you find!
Do you understand the specifications of the Chieftec 500W unit? They offer various versions, but some may not perform well and shouldn't be used.
Checking the PC specifications, 500W seems sufficient. The current PSU model is still pending confirmation.
It might be the power supply unit that's causing the problem. This device is quite poor quality and needs to be replaced right away. The GPS series generally falls into the Tier:E category, which means it should be avoided in the PSU selection. Don't attempt to boot the PC with this unit—try a different one if possible. It might prevent a fire hazard later.
C:Tier options work for budget setups, but premium choices are better if you can afford them. Avoid C:T for cost-effective builds and consider B:T instead. Higher-tier power supplies suit medium to high-end configurations, while pairing a top PSU with a lower-end build adds extra safety.
This unit offers dual rails with a maximum of 360 watts, making it quite limited. It seems more suited for low-power office computers rather than high-performance setups. Likely, it’s only handling the GPU or other components, causing one rail to overload and prevent full operation. Location isn’t specified, but budget-wise, you might want to consider a PSU in the 650-watt range, especially models like 750 or 850W RM(x) for better efficiency and quality. Using a higher wattage unit could improve performance significantly.