For now the issue is simply the main fan making a constant noise like something is gently touching the blades as they spin, making halfway between a rattling and a buzzing sound. Definitely the bearing of the fan.
I will try to fix it from the outside first (with the PC off, of course), pushing against some of the fan’s parts to see if it tilts or oscillates.
Replacing the unit would be a pain in the … neck. Not money wise, but because the cables are a bit everywhere it would easily take a few hours to make sure I don’t damage anything…
I bought a EVGA 650W at first. Then i decided to replace it w an 850W but i couldn’t get one. So i bought the EVGA 1000W. It was so easy because all the cables fit. I didnt have to replace them. https://a.co/d/0IIndhi
God Bless it! Go get a new PWR Sup… Shame on you !!!
To be honest i did same . 2 years ago i got rid of my 10+ year old pwr sup. These new modulars are too cool for school.
I’ve been using Seasonic for a long time. They give 10 years warranty and their customer support is on point. Downside, they are a little more expensive. Given that they RMAd my 600W unit with a brand new 650W unit when it died after ~7 years (that was years ago) and the 2nd unit is still chugging along, the premium has easily paid off for me.
The only recommendation I could make has already been made - MODULAR.
Caps & bold for emphasis, not shouting. I didn’t get a modular supply last time around (2020) in order to save a few $$$ and have regretted it since I installed it.
