PSU vs. VPU

dh4tech · 08-17-2009, 02:58 AM

I recently broke a video card -8800gtx. I'm not sure how it happened, but I hear a common problem is the PSU. I have an OCZGXS700 (OCZ 700W 2-3 years old) and I am reluctant to replace it without knowing for certain it is causing problems. Is there a way to test the PSU to see if it did fry my video card, or if it generally needs to be replaced? Thanks.

avibitto · 08-17-2009, 03:52 AM

u need to have a dmm (digital multi meter)
than to direct it too voltage and to check the connectors if its the real voltage or it have short circuit ,buy simple dmm it something like 6-7 $ (the most simple) , it will be usefull for other times too , now for ur attansion there is possible of electric shock when u check the p.s. , if u dont know how to do it or u are not sure u can do it , its better not to do it , just easy way to pepole which familier with that test .

Phædrus2401 · 08-17-2009, 04:01 AM

There is a guide to testing a PSU with a multimeter at the top of this sub forum. Testing a power supply does carry some danger, a current of .2A can stop your heart, and even the weakest power supplies will typically have at least 12-15A on their +12V rail. Keep this in mind, if you are very careful and do not leave unshielded wires or leads where you can accidentally touch them you should be fine. However it may be best to go to a local computer shop and have them test it for you.

dh4tech · 08-17-2009, 11:59 AM

Thanks guys. I'll read through the guide and see if I want to take this on myself. When there's a chance of heart stoppage, I generally like to see the procedure done first, but I don't really want to spend more money than I have to. Thanks again.

_david

avibitto · 08-17-2009, 01:50 PM

be4 u want to open the case and check it ...i can suggest to check voltage in the bios by using the built in video card or if u have alternative card
it will help if u will check it in pc wizard too , to get full info(temp,voltage..)about ur hardware .

08-17-2009, 02:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
dh4tech Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6 OS: xp	PSU vs. VPU I recently broke a video card -8800gtx. I'm not sure how it happened, but I hear a common problem is the PSU. I have an OCZGXS700 (OCZ 700W 2-3 years old) and I am reluctant to replace it without knowing for certain it is causing problems. Is there a way to test the PSU to see if it did fry my video card, or if it generally needs to be replaced? Thanks.

08-17-2009, 03:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
avibitto Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 52 OS: vista	Re: PSU vs. VPU u need to have a dmm (digital multi meter) than to direct it too voltage and to check the connectors if its the real voltage or it have short circuit ,buy simple dmm it something like 6-7 $ (the most simple) , it will be usefull for other times too , now for ur attansion there is possible of electric shock when u check the p.s. , if u dont know how to do it or u are not sure u can do it , its better not to do it , just easy way to pepole which familier with that test .

08-17-2009, 04:01 AM	#3 (permalink)
Phædrus2401 Hardware Tech Team Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Orleans Posts: 3,834 OS: Vista Ultimate x64 SP1 + Ubuntu 9.04 My System	Re: PSU vs. VPU There is a guide to testing a PSU with a multimeter at the top of this sub forum. Testing a power supply does carry some danger, a current of .2A can stop your heart, and even the weakest power supplies will typically have at least 12-15A on their +12V rail. Keep this in mind, if you are very careful and do not leave unshielded wires or leads where you can accidentally touch them you should be fine. However it may be best to go to a local computer shop and have them test it for you. __________________ Good PSU brands: Corsair, SeaSonic, CWT, PC Power and Cooling, Thermaltake Toughpower, CoolerMaster Real Power Pro On 80+ Certification - PSU Information and Selection - Power Supply Myths You don't get what you don't pay for.

08-17-2009, 11:59 AM	#4 (permalink)
dh4tech Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6 OS: xp	Re: PSU vs. VPU Thanks guys. I'll read through the guide and see if I want to take this on myself. When there's a chance of heart stoppage, I generally like to see the procedure done first, but I don't really want to spend more money than I have to. Thanks again. _david

08-17-2009, 01:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
avibitto Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 52 OS: vista	Re: PSU vs. VPU be4 u want to open the case and check it ...i can suggest to check voltage in the bios by using the built in video card or if u have alternative card it will help if u will check it in pc wizard too , to get full info(temp,voltage..)about ur hardware .