PSU whinning

[noroger]

so okay, my 3 year old ULTRA 500W psu started whinning recently. Do you guys know why this happens? Any way to fix it? I also recorded the sound if it helps: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmdRQ_qb_8c

Specs in sig

[saki_bomber]

whining PSU's are never a good sign. could be going bad or theres a massive accumulation of dust buildup in it.

i would start looking for a replacement, ASAP

[zanzabar]

thats the sound that they make right before they die, and for your next one get a reputable brand. im surprised that that ulra lasted u that long i killed a bunch of those with a 2.9GHZ clawhammer 939

[saki_bomber]

thats the sound that they make right before they die, and for your next one get a reputable brand. im surprised that that ulra lasted u that long i killed a bunch of those with a 2.9GHZ clawhammer 939

true dat, ultra's are not known for their reliability

[CodeNinja]

Whining is usually either a transformer going bad, or a capacitor going bad.

Time for a new supply, my friend! It -might- be fine for a while, my computer ran for about 6 months on a whiny supply. But if it does pop, don't be horribly surprised if it doesn't damage other hardware.

[stangracin2]

thats the sound that they make right before they die, and for your next one get a reputable brand. im surprised that that ulra lasted u that long i killed a bunch of those with a 2.9GHZ clawhammer 939

i know i killed a 550W in less than 6 months

[noroger]

thanks guys, I just ordered a Corsair TX650W as a replacement, should be here in ~5 business days