Ideas for a PSU

[andysim]

I have a i7 system and im having big problems with my PSU. Every so often I get a lockup and after checking Event Viewer it says

 

"Event ID 41 Kernal-Power, system failed to shutdown properly"

 

I am guessing it has something to do with the power supply as it makes a clicking sound from time to time as well. I ordered a new PSU from Dabs to see if replacing it made a diffrence, however it failed totaly after 3 mins running windows. It died with sparks and the loudest bangs ive ever heard from any electronic device. It kinda reminded me of fireworks night here in the UK lol

 

I panic a little thinking my whole PC might have fried but it booted up fine with the old PSU lol.

Either Im very lucky that my PC didnt die in a fire or im unlucky with power supplies, depends how you look at it lol.

 

I need a good quality PSU (Modular if possible) around 6-800watts. Any ideas?

[Mustur]

Avoid the Chinese Firecrackers at all costs!

 

Here's a good guide on Tom's hardware:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/power-supply-psu-review,2916.html#

 

Roundup: 12 Gaming Power Supplies Compared:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-psu-efficiency,2796.html

 

Personally I would recommend either Seasonic X-750 or Antec TP-750.

Edited December 15, 2011 by Mustur

[cichlidfan]

Here is an excellent choice.

 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CMPSU-750AXUK-Professional-Power-Supply/dp/B003QP417E/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1323985500&sr=1-1

 

I have both an AX850 and a AX750 running at this moment.

[derelor]

Here is an excellent choice.

 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CMPSU-750AXUK-Professional-Power-Supply/dp/B003QP417E/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1323985500&sr=1-1

 

I have both an AX850 and a AX750 running at this moment.

I have both of these, too, and can recommend them!

[leafer]

Seasonic makes power supply for Corsair, so either one of these and you'll be good for years. I bought Corsair, and I swear my electricity bill is easier on the eye.

[sobek]

I swear my electricity bill is easier on the eye.

 

Ok, but is it easier on your wallet? :)

[andysim]

its very strange but since the last PSU blew up and putting the old one back in my PC has been just fine. 2 days with no more crashes. Maybe I jolted something when I changed them over.

 

 

Still I think I will get a Corsair after christmas. Dont get paid till Jan lol.

[leafer]

That, too. :)