Unusual sounds from the power supply unit and coil whine are being heard.
Unusual sounds from the power supply unit and coil whine are being heard.
Probabilities are low. They’ve integrated safeguards, even when parts fail. Don’t panic over dismantling components, but if I were you, I’d opt for a replacement sooner rather than later, just in case.
I’d bring it back and invest in a higher-quality PSU. Some Corsair models offer great value for their price and come with solid warranties. Other brands exist, but the 3-month coverage suggests they might be cutting corners—possibly because the PSU is the critical component. Never compromise on that part; always prioritize reliability.
Likely just a coincidence. It seems like the fan is getting loud, but it won’t stop until it stops working. If it gets too hot, its life will be short. And eventually, it’ll die quietly without much fanfare.
This situation aligns with reports on Newegg about potential scams from unauthorized sellers. It’s possible you encountered a fraudulent seller offering a replacement part instead of the genuine product. Regarding your PC issues, the crashes and freezing after overclocking suggest the new PSU might be affecting stability. The gray screen could be linked to power delivery inconsistencies. Consider verifying the PSU’s specifications and checking for any firmware updates or BIOS changes that might resolve the problems.
I’m unable to send it back; I can only receive a replacement. It seems this model is considered a Tier A high-end power supply according to Cultists Network, though I noticed on Reddit that some sellers on Newegg might be scamming customers with fake products. I was working on benchmarking Borderlands 3 when my PC crashed twice. My GPU had been overclocked, but after resetting back to base speeds, the game froze once and then blocked alt-tab, displaying a grey screen. It’s strange that these issues started right after installing the new PSU two days ago. Could this be related to the power supply?
That sounds understandable. I won’t be able to return it until it’s available again, so I’ll have to wait until around March 20th. It’s nice that it won’t ruin my components until then. I noticed on Reddit someone mentioned being scammed by an unauthorized third-party seller on Newe gg—possibly they sent a fake PSU instead of the real one. I was working on benchmarking Borderlands 3, but my PC crashed twice. My GPU was overclocked, then I reset to base speeds; Borderlands 3 froze once and wouldn’t let me alt-tab back in. It just displayed a grey screen. It’s strange that this began right after I got the new PSU two days ago. Could this be related to that PSU?
Well, I've never come across Leadex as a PSU brand before. Yet there are quite a few available. However, PSU issues often manifest as a black screen—devices failing to power on at all.
It seems these issues might not be linked to your power supply unit. The grey screen you experienced while playing Borderlands and the subsequent shutdown could point to RAM problems. Since you haven’t played particularly demanding games before installing the PSU, that explanation makes sense. I reviewed the PSU tier list on Cultists Network, and the Super Flower Leadex III Gold appears to be a high-tier A tier unit—though it’s likely a fake if it isn’t genuine, so I’ll need to confirm its authenticity.
if you're okay with swapping out the fan yourself, it's not too hard. but if a new one is needed, I'd go that way. it all comes down to how long the replacement takes and whether you can handle being without the PC for that time. It's really disappointing when trusted brands focus more on marketing than actual support. I think a 3-month warranty followed by stock shortages is just poor service. Hopefully you get your issue fixed, since you spent a lot of money. Leadtek sounds familiar—I've heard good things about them and they're known for reliability. Have you seen them before?
Superflower are well-known for their high-quality products, and most of the ones I've used throughout the years have been outstanding in construction.