psu

[Barry220]

was my psu bad for my build, didnt knew it when i bought it, what should i do now should i change it immediately or continue using it ?

[AMAL VIJAY]

Yup its a bad unit. I had this one and I replaced it within 2 month of usage as it was causing random pc reboots.

Use this link for reference https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/1045610-new-psu-tier-list/

 

[NunoLava1998]

It's pretty bad, but it's not some type of fire hazard.

Within the next 3-6 months, I would recommend upgrading to a Corsair CX(M) series, FSP Aurum series, beQuiet System Power 9 series, Corsair Vengeance series or something close to that

[Barry220]

12 minutes ago, NunoLava1998 said:

It's pretty bad, but it's not some type of fire hazard.

Within the next 3-6 months, I would recommend upgrading to a Corsair CX(M) series, FSP Aurum series, beQuiet System Power 9 series, Corsair Vengeance series or something close to that

i am really tight on budget now, should i stop using my pc until i buy one?

[NunoLava1998]

1 minute ago, Barry220 said:

i am really tight on budget now, should i stop using my pc until i buy one?

No, it's fine. It's just that it'll last only 3-4 years, and it could kill some components when it does die.

[Barry220]

Just now, NunoLava1998 said:

No, it's fine. It's just that it'll last only 3-4 years, and it could kill some components when it does die.

3-4 years is more than enough, ill upgrade my rig after a year. tanx for the reply man i was so worried but now i feel good  

[comicsansms]

20 hours ago, Barry220 said:

was my psu bad for my build, didnt knew it when i bought it, what should i do now should i change it immediately or continue using it ?

It really helps to know what PSU you have.

 

Something like a Corsair VS isn't going to kill your PC, but a no name piece of shit quite possibly will.

[Quadriplegic]

1 minute ago, Comic_Sans_MS said:

It really helps to know what PSU you have.

 

Something like a Corsair VS isn't going to kill your PC, but a no name piece of shit quite possibly will.

His specs are in the signature..........

And it is a Corsair VS

[comicsansms]

Just now, Quadriplegic said:

His specs are in the signature..........

And it is a Corsair VS

I don't have signatures enabled...

[Quadriplegic]

3 minutes ago, Comic_Sans_MS said:

I don't have signatures enabled...

@Barry220 Does your PSU have gray label or bronze-coloured label? 

[Barry220]

2 hours ago, Quadriplegic said:

@Barry220 Does your PSU have gray label or bronze-coloured label? 

i dont remember man all i know is its Corsair VS550 550-Watt Power Supply and here is the link where i bought it from "https://www.amazon.in/Corsair-VS550-550-Watt-Power-Supply/dp/B00DQ5OB4C/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3600SOXR5JAE5&keywords=power+supply+for+pc&qid=1554616532&s=gateway&sprefix=power+supply%2Ccomputers%2C285&sr=8-4"

[LukeSavenije]

1 hour ago, Barry220 said:

 

ow... that one... i would highly recommend changing that one right now

 

long story short: two versions, gray and orange label

 

orange label is kinda a firehazard

gray is still group regulation, but not a firehazard

 

I would recommend to check the psu tier list (new)

[LienusLateTips]

On 4/8/2019 at 2:41 AM, Barry220 said:

i dont remember man all i know is its Corsair VS550 550-Watt Power Supply and here is the link where i bought it from "https://www.amazon.in/Corsair-VS550-550-Watt-Power-Supply/dp/B00DQ5OB4C/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3600SOXR5JAE5&keywords=power+supply+for+pc&qid=1554616532&s=gateway&sprefix=power+supply%2Ccomputers%2C285&sr=8-4"

I'd swap that out when you get the cash.

[Rexper]

On 4/8/2019 at 8:55 PM, LukeSavenije said:

orange label is kinda a firehazard

How?

[LukeSavenije]

7 minutes ago, Rexper said:

How?

standards change... the gray vs isn't the greatest already, and the orange label is much worse imo

[Rexper]

13 minutes ago, LukeSavenije said:

standards change... the gray vs isn't the greatest already, and the orange label is much worse imo

You haven't explained to me what exactly makes the orange VS a fire hazard...

[LukeSavenije]

48 minutes ago, Rexper said:

You haven't explained to me what exactly makes the orange VS a fire hazard...

yeah, I'm going the other way around:

 

the cx green <750w and vs orange are known as firehazards. explain why they aren't

 

and anyways, both are sleeve bearing double forward group regulated, so i wouldn't recommend them anyways

[Rexper]

1 hour ago, LukeSavenije said:

yeah, I'm going the other way around:

...

1 hour ago, LukeSavenije said:

the cx green <750w and vs orange are known as firehazards. explain why they aren't

Bcause it's very rare for a power supply with several safety certificates, from a reputable company, a complete set of filtering (including surge and inrush protection), decently rated components, and a 14-pin protection IC, to cause a fire.

 

You must have some logic, or even an example, of the VS being a firehazard?

 

1 hour ago, LukeSavenije said:

sleeve bearing

Lesser longevity.

1 hour ago, LukeSavenije said:

double forward

Possible coil whine. Lower efficiency.

1 hour ago, LukeSavenije said:

group regulated

Is the only factor you mentioned that really applies to OP.

 

OP, I'd replace the unit when you start seeing/hearing issues, when you want to use the deep sleep states, or when warranty ends (three years).

[Princess Luna]

Value Select is Corsair's lowest tier of hardware, the VS PSU should be avoided personally speaking, it's pretty common for them to have very short life spans and there is always the chance for a failure that harms your other components.

[Barry220]

20 hours ago, Princess Cadence said:

Value Select is Corsair's lowest tier of hardware, the VS PSU should be avoided personally speaking, it's pretty common for them to have very short life spans and there is always the chance for a failure that harms your other components.

i just bought it this jan, so maybe i could use it till next jan. by then ill replace a new psu, is that fine ??

[LienusLateTips]

28 minutes ago, Barry220 said:

i just bought it this jan, so maybe i could use it till next jan. by then ill replace a new psu, is that fine ??

That would most likely turn out fine.