What to replace a Corsair HX520 with?

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PSU seems like it might have died. Currently a Corsair HX520.

Very out of touch. What's the best option to replace it with?

Doesn't need any more umph. System can be seen: here

Doesn't need to be anything too fancy!

Thanks!
 
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Funnily enough, that was going to be my next question! Is the graphics card the 'weak point' of this system? If so, what would be a sensible, not too expensive upgrade? Would that then affect the PSU recommendation?

Thanks
 
Was the 520 still in warranty?

Should be - 5 years i think - but I'm not sure that it is knackered, it passes the paper clip test. So, thought I'd get a new PSU, try it, and if that cures the problem, get the 520 warranty repaired / replaced and either use it for something else or sell it.
 
A ozc zs 550?

Did you choose this because it's on offer - or is that just a happy coincidence?!

What's the difference between this and say, OCZ ModXStream Pro 500w Silent SLI Certified Modular Power Supply - other than 50W!
 
OK - thanks for that. I think I might swap the PSU first, see if that solves the problem and then look at graphics cards.

I should have known coming back to this forum would cost me money!
 
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