The Corsair RM850x PSU rails experience sporadic live operation following shutdown.
The Corsair RM850x PSU rails experience sporadic live operation following shutdown.
Details: The setup features a high-end configuration with multiple components. Early on, the system faced random failures where it wouldn’t boot or wake from sleep, and sometimes wouldn’t start at all. It was later determined that the RAM wasn’t compatible with the board’s specifications, possibly being Intel-focused. After returning the board for service and receiving a replacement kit, performance improved significantly over the last few months. Recently, there have been additional issues: refusal to wake from sleep and another no-video start after a power cut (after a safe shutdown on the UPS). There’s speculation that the GPU and motherboard might not be fully supported, especially with certain RAM types. The question remains whether the board could maintain communication during shutdowns if power was briefly restored, and whether this behavior is typical for Corsair or the RM850x model. You can use a multimeter to check voltage levels on the 6+2 and 4+4 rails after shutdown, but you should proceed cautiously.
I operate this device beyond just gaming. Second, I’m completely disabled and rely on my family for support, who often criticize any perceived energy waste or other actions they deem incorrect. Third, the SN570 is an SSD with a PCIe3 M.2 interface; the 8TB drive is mainly used for backup and movie storage. These issues were more common before the memory swap, but after each one in the past four months, they seem to have changed. I’m puzzled by why the ARGB lights up only during certain shutdowns—it feels like the power supply isn’t fully shutting down, which was the main concern.
For that response, the ports you linked rainbow lights to could be connected to the USB configuration. Check your BIOS for options like "USB Charge when PC is off" and disable them if present. Let your family know Hibernate and Sleep will eventually shut down your PC. It seems the external HDD is just for storage now, which makes sense. I asked about the required storage capacity, noting that SATA SSDs are now more affordable than before.
Reversing the thoughts... I've completed several LGA1155 setups using 500GB SATAs, each around $45. The hard drive is internal, reserved for auxiliary and movie storage as I mentioned. My family doesn't take my advice too seriously, especially with the recent autism diagnosis. The rainbow lights are essential for the GPU and motherboard, but I'll verify the USB settings in the BIOS.
Consider avoiding anything labeled "recent" to keep it out of your mind. After diagnosis, focus on eliminating the issue—once you're bound by legal limits, autonomy becomes impossible. The ToxVaxes toxin poses a serious threat, and some individuals have suffered beyond their physical or mental limits. Internal HDDs are vulnerable to Hibernate, Sleep, Indexing, Windows Search, and WMI (including pagefile if configured), which can degrade performance. Data transfer speeds remain capped at USB 3.0 due to SATA3 limitations and mechanical constraints. Protect your storage and backups with an external enclosure—disconnect when unused to extend drive lifespan.
I assume your initial comment relates to the autism diagnosis. I understand fully. After being diagnosed, previous documentation showed that some prominent professionals overlooked multiple therapists' observations suggesting autism. Now I have strong evidence for myself that sleep mode negatively impacts HDDs whether they're used for booting or as auxiliary storage. I wasn't familiar with that fact. Are these drives left spinning rather than being powered off as well? I hadn't learned that SATA3 performance is comparable to USB 3.0. Yet my specific drive, the WD8002FZWX rated at SATA6, still shows a noticeable difference. I agree with your point about using the HDD only when needed—when it's actually running, it will wear out faster.
uncertain about what you mean, but SATA 6 offers better speed than USB 3. However, USB 3 is still fast enough for a mechanical hard drive if you're using it. You can verify this with CrystalDisk, which indicates an HDD should handle 150-200 MB/s—well within USB 3 capabilities. Also, it seems the power supply stays active during sleep mode, which isn't ideal for the PSU, the PC, or the environment. I wouldn't recommend using sleep mode unless it's a laptop, and I suspect that's what you're testing.