Before you begin
Save open work and back up important files. Use instructions for your exact device and software version. If Windows cannot start, see the startup guide.
Work through these checks
0 of 3 complete01Measure the Ripple on the 12V line with an oscilloscope
- Measure the Ripple on the 12V line with an oscilloscope
What to expect
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
02Exchange for a quality PSU (Gold/Platinum tier)
- Exchange for a quality PSU (Gold/Platinum tier)
What to expect
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
03Check the capacitors on the motherboard
- Check the capacitors on the motherboard
What to expect
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
Possible causes
- Old capacitors in PSU
- Cheap poor quality PSU
- Congested resource
- Faulty PFC circuit
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