Burning smell

[Mihail Anghelici]

My computer just suddenly shut off while i was playing a game and there's burning smell coming out from my computer


And also the computer doesn't turn on.. It tried for a split second but then nothing .. I opened the case but can't seem to track the smell and the capacitors seem to be ok

I5
R9 280x
4gb ddr3
525W psu 2 years old EX2 coolermaster

 

[alucasa]

Well, first thing: open the case and track the smell and check to see any visible sign of stuff going in flames. It is likely PSU but could also be a lot of other things like naked wires shorting out.

 

[R-T-B]

525W psu 2 years old

Anytime I see someone list a PSU without a brand, I'm kinda scared.

Any idea what it is?

 

[RCoon]

Anytime I see someone list a PSU without a brand, I'm kinda scared.

Any idea what it is?

Agreed. We need the make and model of the PSU. 525W sounds suspicious to me. Sounds like you cheaped out on the most important component in the whole build.

 

[peche]

i really doubt about that psu ... im pretty sure that isn't cooler master v525 or antec earth watts 525...

 

[Mihail Anghelici]

It's a coolermaster EX2 525

And also the computer doesn't turn on.. It tried for a split second but then nothing .. I opened the case but can't seem to track the smell and the capacitors seem to be ok

 

[jsfitz54]

Swap out PSU for another of larger size with friend, about 650w. If all is good buy another PSU.

 

[Mihail Anghelici]

So if it's the PSU the problem : i just bought an apple keyboard and just then my computer fried .. Could a keyboard cause an overvoltage?

 

[jsfitz54]

So if it's the PSU the problem : i just bought an apple keyboard and just then my computer fried .. Could a keyboard cause an overvoltage?

NO.

 

[Mihail Anghelici]

What psu would you guys recomend me one that would do the job and that is not to expensive ? Wallet's empty due to the holidays

 

[peche]

Test the system... swap the PSU try to get one from a friend...
also fill your specs...
http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/account/specs

 

[jsfitz54]

What psu would you guys recomend me one that would do the job and that is not to expensive ? Wallet's empty due to the holidays

Where do you live, country?

 

[Mihail Anghelici]

Where do you live, country?

I live in canada, quebec i migjt just buy one from newegg i guess

 

[jsfitz54]

Look at these: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Produc...4&percm=17-438-048:$$$$$$$;17-438-054:$$$$$$$

 

[peche]

1st get a psu to try your system to see if everything works well...
then fill all your specs so we would know what to advise lad...

 

[alucasa]

The thread title could be used for a movie. What a nice title.

"The burning smell"

 

[Mihail Anghelici]

Look at these: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Productcompare.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007656 600037998 600014085&IsNodeId=1&page=1&bop=And&CompareItemList=58|17-438-048^17-438-048,17-438-054^17-438-054&percm=17-438-048:$$$$$$$;17-438-054:$$$$$$$

Great recommendations although 140 is a lot for my budget , should i go for something around 80$ or am i dreaming ...

 

[jsfitz54]

Great recommendations although 140 is a lot for my budget , should i go for something around 80$ or am i dreaming ...

$120 after rebate either version.
At $80 I'm afraid you won't get quality or longevity.

Newegg.ca does not have the same variety as USA. I looked at other units at Bronze level and I don't feel comfortable with recommending anything less.

 

[Kursah]

$40 PSU http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H33SFJU/?tag=tec06d-20
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438016

EVGA 500W, it's not the best, but I've used dozens of them for office PC's, low-end gaming PC's, and not a single one has failed yet. I stopped using Antec because of failures.

EVGA makes nicer PSU's as well, but with that system this 500W unit should suffice if money is tight now. It'll do a fine job, keeps cool, I've pushed an i7/16gb ddr3/3XHDD/GTX770 with OC's on that PSU and it didn't even budge...voltages stayed well within limits, and it never even got hot...barely warm in all honesty.

It only has a 3yr warranty, but for a budget PSU, I'd look nowhere else than this in my experience, not saying I've tried them all. I also have had good luck with a 1st gen Corsair CX430, but I have been told the newer ones aren't as reliable and solid...mine is pushing 5 years old and hasn't faltered yet (see specs in sig).

There are some decent budget PSU's, but there's so many PSU's in the budget range it is tough to find the good ones sometimes, but this PSU I have no problem standing behind based on experience.

 

[Frick]

That PSU has a three year warranty.

 

[Mussels]

other thread deleted, stick with this one.

One thread per problem is enough.

 

[R-T-B]

I would try a warranty return of the existing PSU. Why not?

EDIT: Nvm, a quick google reveals the PSU may not be worth trying to RMA. Sounds like a crap unit in general.

I'd go with the EVGA above as well.

 

[Jetster]

If its the PSU you should be able to smell it and tell. Pull the PSU out and take a smell of it

 

[xvi]

If its the PSU you should be able to smell it and tell. Pull the PSU out and take a smell of it

+1
Take a whiff of one of the vents. You'll know for sure when you've found it.

Edit: Might want to check the motherboard on the 20/24-pin ATX and 12v EPS connectors for scorch marks too.

 

[rtwjunkie]

Might want to check the motherboard on the 20/24-pin ATX and 12v EPS connectors for scorch marks too.

True. It could easily be a misplugged connector. I once had smoke and flames because a card reader which used a floppy plug for power was plugged in on only 2 prongs instead of all. The result of me trying to plug it in by feel. (walks away sheepishly).