Faulty PSU?

robaylesbury · 13 Oct 2013 at 09:14

I have just fitted a 680GTX in my rig, and am using it with a 3-4 year old
650watt PSU. From time to time, always during gaming, the PC reboots.

I am not getting any artifacting. It happens irrespective of the game I am playing. I do not think, therefore the GPU is the the issue.

All cables are secure. The device is seated correctly and all drivers are up to date. I am therefore suspicious that my PSU is at fault, but I am seeking a
2nd opinion. Any thoughts?

RJC · 13 Oct 2013 at 09:18

What make & model is PSU.

robaylesbury · 13 Oct 2013 at 09:25

Think it could be Atrix. I am planning to change it for a 700-800watt soon anyway purely because of its age.

RJC · 13 Oct 2013 at 09:29

A quality branded 600w will be ample, the psu is a cheap horrible unit.

A few options below:

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1 x Antec High Current Gamer 620W '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply £79.99
1 x Seasonic S12II 620W '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply £67.99
1 x Antec High Current Gamer 520W '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply £59.99
1 x Corsair Builder Series CX 600W V2 '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply (CP-9020048-UK) £59.99
Total : £280.56 (includes shipping : £10.50).

robaylesbury · 13 Oct 2013 at 09:33

Many thanks. Have actually just looked at the Seasonic!!