There was a serious error made by psuMade and they ran the system very hot. Please seek guidance.
There was a serious error made by psuMade and they ran the system very hot. Please seek guidance.
Hi. I sometimes spray compressed air onto my PSU for minor cleaning. To avoid the fan spinning, I use a toothpick gently while doing it. This time I forgot to remove the toothpick, so for about 2-3 hours I played games with it without realizing. I only noticed after leaving for a short break that there was a noticeable, slightly burning odor. At first I thought it might be the computer, but my temps and performance were normal. The toothpick didn’t seem damaged, though the PSU felt warm and was a bit painful to touch. It’s around 6-8 years old, so I’m concerned about its condition. Anyone have advice on whether I should keep using it or check further before risking more damage? I’d prefer not to replace everything just yet.
Just one note, it never turned off by itself or displayed any signs of a problem except for the odor and heat. I stopped it right away when I saw it.
Another Rosewill Hive 1000W unit in question. Uncertain if it matches the exact model, but resembles the one you linked.
If the power supply didn't cut itself off, things seem okay. It wasn't operating perfectly, but you're likely alright. The odor might have originated from warm dust particles. A brief inspection inside should reveal its state, especially if the burning smell came from a specific part or several parts.
Edited March 2, 2023 by Godlygamer23
During the internal check, I was specifically talking about the power supply unit. Of course, it's helpful to inspect it with a flashlight first to spot any visible issues.