The PC freezes during Steam game launches. I don't understand what's happening.
The PC freezes during Steam game launches. I don't understand what's happening.
The machine uses a specific power source that must be present for it to function.
does it include a brand and model identifier? there are programs designed to affect any computer, causing crashes simply by stressing the hardware. it’s surprisingly easy given the volume of code and minimal data required to disrupt it. these issues can usually be fixed with minor BIOS or firmware updates, or small driver adjustments from manufacturers. such problems occur regularly as different boards, GPUs, games, and operating systems receive patches to resolve them. or they may have been fixed long before, even though your exact setup might differ. it’s definitely possible.
It arrived alongside the rest of the system from Cyberpower in 2019. A serial code is present, but no results appear when searching online. The number is 70RR11812210210439. I noticed an Apevia logo on the bottom fan during a closer inspection, suggesting it might be this model. The stickers seem to have been removed. Updated December 22, 2023 by BearlyThinking
I would swap that PSU... because PSUs tend to lose power over time. That’s just how it goes. If I bought one from a computer builder, I’d throw it away right away. My issue seems to be that it doesn’t provide the spikes needed when starting games—some games behave differently and don’t generate the same output. The best way to avoid this is using a high-quality PSU that lasts longer and doesn’t overheat.
My setup includes a 1600W PSU for an old 9900K, two 2080Ti graphics cards with multiple SSDs and NVMe drives, all watercooled, plus plenty of fans and controllers. I haven’t experienced any problems yet.
Another point is it will perform better over time since I don’t push the PSU to its limits and prevent overheating.
The folder isn't present. This likely happens because the system isn't actually crashing. It seems to stop communicating with the monitor, though the lights remain on and other functions still work. The issue appears to be with the CPU and GPU connections, possibly due to incorrect drive settings or a failing component. The system settings indicate it should detect and restart after failure, but that doesn't seem to be happening.
After resetting the UEFI and booting at default settings, the system operates normally. PBO is enabled. However, diagnosing issues requires detailed hardware information such as MOBO, RAM model, DIMM count, and riser cables.
Reset and boot from default doesn’t alter anything, and PBO remains disabled. All hardware is saved in my profile; I just added the exact RAM details. The cables used match those included with the Phanteks PSU, though this issue also occurred with earlier cables.