Kernel-Power Failure

BA1385 · 23 Jan 2016 at 14:37

Hi there,

I'm having a problem with my system where it powers off abruptly.

I had this problem a while ago and when the RAM checked out fine after testing I changed the PSU. The new PSU seemed to do the trick for a while but the problem is back again, so I am not sure if it is not actually a PSU problem, or if lightning has struck twice and I need to change the PSU for a second time.

Temps seem okay and I've reverted to stock speeds. It's occurring very frequently and seemingly at random (at least not when under stress). The build is about 12 months old and has been kept clean. PSU is plugged into a surge protector.

Any thoughts are greatly appreciated...

System
i7 5930k
Team 32GB DDR4 (4x8GB)
GTX 970
Corsair 650w

ExRayTed · 23 Jan 2016 at 16:20

Plug the pc directly into the wall and see if the problem remains. I'm betting it doesn't.

BA1385 · 23 Jan 2016 at 16:42

ExRayTed said:
Plug the pc directly into the wall and see if the problem remains. I'm betting it doesn't.

Thanks but the problem started when plugged into the wall...was hoping the surge protector might fix it

ExRayTed · 23 Jan 2016 at 21:43

Tried a new kettle lead?

ExRayTed · 23 Jan 2016 at 23:15

Another option is to reset the CMOS

westom · 24 Jan 2016 at 21:41

BA1385 said:
The new PSU seemed to do the trick for a while but the problem is back again, so I am not sure if it is not actually a PSU problem, or if lightning has struck twice and I need to change the PSU for a second time.

Destructive surges occur typically once every seven years. Other appliances would also be damaged. And the computer would not power on.

You replaced a part (PSU) on speculation. Shotgunning often only cures symptoms. Fault should be identified before replacing anything. Then the actual defect can be cured. And reasons for that defect are possible.

Informed replies means you must first provide some three digit numbers. Even a kid can do this. Minutes of labor with a meter and some requested instructions provide those numbers. Then a next reply is specific; what is actually defective identified in a next reply.