What causes your gaming PC to trip the fuse during startup or gameplay?
What causes your gaming PC to trip the fuse during startup or gameplay?
My configuration includes a Ryzen 5 2600, an RX 580 with 8GB RAM, 16GB of memory, and a 550 watt MSI power supply. Previously, I had two 1080p monitors running at 60Hz, but the issue persists even when using just one monitor. Currently, I’m testing with only one monitor to determine if it alleviates the problem.
This issue hasn’t occurred in other homes, yet it has been ongoing for over a year, especially in my new student housing. The landlord conducted five electrical inspections and believes he cannot do anything else. He installed a dedicated circuit for my room, which helped temporarily. I haven’t experienced power outages for months, but after returning from Christmas, the problem resurfaced immediately.
Occasionally, it occurs when the washing machine is running because multiple appliances—kitchen, living room, and three bedrooms—are connected to the same floor outlets. This setup includes two fridges, two freezers, a washing/dryer, a microwave, a toaster, a kettle, and an air fryer. The house accommodates six people. Initially, power interruptions were random, with the fuse tripping frequently daily and weekly without apparent cause. Recently, it started right after I powered on my gaming PC upon returning from university.
It’s extremely frustrating. I’ve tried using extension cables without success for three days; the PC remained stable when plugged directly into the wall. After moving it back to its original position with new power cables, it tripped again. Now the issue happens consistently throughout the week. I’m puzzled as to why only my PC is affected.
I received a brand-new power supply and case, but the problem continues. New power cables and extension leads haven’t resolved it. My system is air-cooled with no RGB fans or water cooling, and it operates on default settings. It’s on its own circuit. This hasn’t happened in other houses, so I’m unsure why it occurs here.
The situation didn’t start immediately; it began after the landlord upgraded the fuse box to an AFCI model for safety reasons. However, this new fuse box seems unreliable and inconsistent. Additionally, my PC isn’t overclocked—it runs at standard speeds. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance!
It seems the setup is usually too busy. For now, try using a true sine wave UPS and connect your internet service as well. If the power fails, you’ll have time to restore it. Alternatively, consider getting a laptop—RX580 performance is definitely achievable.