Network Issues and Unexpected Crashes (Could Be PSU Problem)
Network Issues and Unexpected Crashes (Could Be PSU Problem)
About two weeks back my Ethernet link started acting shaky. WIFI remained solid and other devices on the same network didn’t face the same issue, even when connected to the same switch and router. Continuous pings to the router at 192.168.1.1 revealed 1 to 2 responses with delays over a second, followed by a few timeouts and then repeating. Three days ago my computer would shut down abruptly roughly every 45 minutes—sometimes twice, then it would restart and function normally for about three hours or more before the problem returned. Actions I’ve tried: cleaning the PC, taking it apart and reassembling, rebooting the switch, router, and PC, and testing the network cable. Things I’m considering next: replacing the power supply unit or possibly swapping the graphics card. My specs are listed below: - i7-6700k @ 4.6Ghz - MSI 1080 Aero - 32Gb Corsair 2666Mhz RAM - Multiple drives - Corsair RM1000x PSU. Appreciate any advice!
It seems your motherboard might be having issues. Consider swapping the PSU and GPU to verify. Also, check your RAM and disconnect all unnecessary devices—both internal and external—to rule out interference.
Oh wow, the costs can really add up fast once you realize how much that CPU is handling. If the motherboard is the issue, buying a new one might be better. But if you're okay with upgrading everything except the graphics card and PSU, that could work too.
Not enough cause for concern. A caution about Ryzen is worth noting—it has strict RAM requirements. It’s wise to match your RAM to the specified QVL for the motherboard. Otherwise, you risk performance drops or instability. If things go wrong, it could lead to failure entirely.
Plus one for the motherboard—though you didn’t mention it, a 3000mhz is definitely recommended for Ryzen. It’s not just suggested; it’s the bare minimum needed for those processors to run smoothly. Sure, they can work at lower speeds, but that’s far from optimal.
I didn't come up with that idea since I personally never had one fail on me.
Thank you for the assistance; they are evaluating the possibility of an upgrade or a new motherboard.