The GPU is leading to crashes and reboots on your computer.
The GPU is leading to crashes and reboots on your computer.
Hey there, I've noticed some issues with my current configuration. The CPU runs the FX 8350, GPU is GTX 960 STRIX with 2GB RAM, power supply is Corsair CX750M, and the RAM sticks are HyperX 8GB DDR3 at 1600Mhz. This setup has been stable for over two years without any major problems. Recently, it's started crashing—especially when the GPU is under load, like during game loading or intensive tasks. I tried replacing the power supply with two different units, but that didn't help. After that, I switched to a SMART RGB 700W and still faced issues. I also booted Windows without a GPU and it worked perfectly. It seems the problem might be with the motherboard or GPU itself. Have others experienced similar issues?
I tried testing with a Linux live USB or did a fresh installation before giving up on the hardware.
I'm really trying to reset this for the third time, but I doubt it'll make much of a difference.
It seems like you're dealing with a power-related problem because your computer keeps restarting. The likely causes are your power supply or the motherboard's VRM. Many people mention the VRM on your motherboard can't handle stress, especially with certain CPUs. You might want to replace it with a better one that has solid VRMs. This issue probably won’t go away unless you fix it. I’ve faced the same problem with an old motherboard that turned out to be faulty.