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Ramvens
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My PSU is starting to say a metallic and weird sound when my computer starts it sounds like a small motor that starts, it goes on for a small period after start-up, should I change it or? It is coming from the fan i think, that i also why i use this Topic, hop some of you can help me

Benner

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How old is your PSU, and who makes it?

Case: Corsair 400r

CPU: AMD Phenom ii x6 1055T 3.5GHz

CPU Cooler: Corsair H60 (2013 edition)

GPU: Saphire Toxic 6950 (OC'd to 6970)

GPU Cooler: Accelero Twin Turbo II

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Well, i think it is time to find a new one, any good ideas for a good quiet and cheap 750 Watt PSU like a OCZ modxstream

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If it's a motor sound its almost definitely the fan. Personally, I would replace it because it sounds like the fan is on it's last legs.

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It is a Chieftec A-85 550 watt and i think it is 2-3 years old

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Thanks for the tip, i will start looking for a new one now, A good PC and cars sound, does not really match

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