[H] IPS high res monitor
Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
[H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
How about this? http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?p_id=9579seq=1format=2 Regards, joeuser - Still looking for the 'any' key... ...now these points of data make a beautiful line... Original Message Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor From: Greg Sevart ad...@xfury.net Date: Mon, February 25, 2013 9:32 am To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
Another good option, but note that it has only a dual-link DVI input, no scaler, and no OSD. The lack of scaler means that it should have low input lag for gaming though, if you're sensitive to that. The stands and bezels on all the cheap ones are pretty...er, cheap too. -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of joeu...@chronic.org Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 9:35 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor How about this? http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?p_id=9579seq=1format=2 Regards, joeuser - Still looking for the 'any' key... ...now these points of data make a beautiful line... Original Message Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor From: Greg Sevart ad...@xfury.net Date: Mon, February 25, 2013 9:32 am To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
If it is as drastic as a bad mainboard, you will want a new power supply for the new mainboard, anyway; given the symptoms described. I'd start there. At worst you have a PS on hand. best al On Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:42:45 +0800 Brian Weeden brian.wee...@gmail.com wrote: Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian -- Al Anger eight.bit...@gmail.com
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
I like how Monoprice says if you can count 5 dead pixels, we will give you another one. What about backlight bleed? Can this be a problem? Also, I like that you can put some of these in portrait mode. On 2/25/2013 10:34 AM, joeu...@chronic.org wrote: How about this? http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?p_id=9579seq=1format=2 Regards, joeuser - Still looking for the 'any' key... ...now these points of data make a beautiful line... Original Message Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor From: Greg Sevart ad...@xfury.net Date: Mon, February 25, 2013 9:32 am To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
How are these on backlight bleed? I saw some of the dell units on Amazon showing some pretty serious bleed. I know this is something a lot of IPS panels exhibit to some degree. I get the point about dead pixels. On 2/25/2013 10:32 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
A lot of people get confused between IPS glow, which is just a side-effect of the technology that can make off-axis areas appear to have a glow, and real backlight bleed. Plus, most photos of BLB are gross exaggerations of what it looks like in real life--unless it's really bad, you need to have an all-black screen in a pitch black room to even notice. I would argue the use case for that scenario is invalid. All panels have BLB to varying degrees. I'm not sensitive to it, so it doesn't bother me. That said, my two Asus monitors have less BLB than the Aurias did, but none of the 4 were at all bad. -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 10:19 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor How are these on backlight bleed? I saw some of the dell units on Amazon showing some pretty serious bleed. I know this is something a lot of IPS panels exhibit to some degree. I get the point about dead pixels. On 2/25/2013 10:32 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
You run your Asus monitors at home rather than work because you are at home more? I take it you find the extra features of the asus to be worth the extra price, too, right? I would like the option to go vertical if I want to... On 2/25/2013 11:45 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: A lot of people get confused between IPS glow, which is just a side-effect of the technology that can make off-axis areas appear to have a glow, and real backlight bleed. Plus, most photos of BLB are gross exaggerations of what it looks like in real life--unless it's really bad, you need to have an all-black screen in a pitch black room to even notice. I would argue the use case for that scenario is invalid. All panels have BLB to varying degrees. I'm not sensitive to it, so it doesn't bother me. That said, my two Asus monitors have less BLB than the Aurias did, but none of the 4 were at all bad. -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 10:19 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor How are these on backlight bleed? I saw some of the dell units on Amazon showing some pretty serious bleed. I know this is something a lot of IPS panels exhibit to some degree. I get the point about dead pixels. On 2/25/2013 10:32 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] IPS high res monitor
I always keep my best stuff at home. :) Something feels wrong about taking my best gear to work...but I do spend more time at home than at work. I have a lot of flexibility to work from home when I want to, so it's helpful in that situation too. The best case for the Asus is the panel itself I think. Text, already hugely improved over most displays by virtue of the smaller dot pitch, looks even better on the PB278Q, which I believe is due to better contrast (improved black level). Frankly, text quality is what won me over on the 27 2560x1440 size/resolution. It's incredible. The PLS panel is the same one Samsung uses on some of their more expensive displays--and in this case, it's an A+ grade panel, not A- as you find on most of the cheaper/import IPS units. IPS and PLS are very similar technology wise--PLS is really just Samsung's take on LG's IPS. The fully adjustable stand (height adjustment, tilt, rotate, and pivot) is certainly also an improvement. The screen is so large that I'm not sure that rotating to portrait mode is really practical, but the option is nice. Couple all of that with a good internal scaler and the no-compromise complement of input options--including DisplayPort, my preferred choice--and it was an easy decision for me. The only real downside is that it uses a relatively low cycle frequency for PWM backlight control, but I didn't know about it beforehand and it hasn't bothered me at all. There's a long forum thread on this particular model if you're interested: http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1713774 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 10:55 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor You run your Asus monitors at home rather than work because you are at home more? I take it you find the extra features of the asus to be worth the extra price, too, right? I would like the option to go vertical if I want to... On 2/25/2013 11:45 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: A lot of people get confused between IPS glow, which is just a side-effect of the technology that can make off-axis areas appear to have a glow, and real backlight bleed. Plus, most photos of BLB are gross exaggerations of what it looks like in real life--unless it's really bad, you need to have an all-black screen in a pitch black room to even notice. I would argue the use case for that scenario is invalid. All panels have BLB to varying degrees. I'm not sensitive to it, so it doesn't bother me. That said, my two Asus monitors have less BLB than the Aurias did, but none of the 4 were at all bad. -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 10:19 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: Re: [H] IPS high res monitor How are these on backlight bleed? I saw some of the dell units on Amazon showing some pretty serious bleed. I know this is something a lot of IPS panels exhibit to some degree. I get the point about dead pixels. On 2/25/2013 10:32 AM, Greg Sevart wrote: 27 2560x1440 monitors seem to be popular. I was too wary of the overseas shipping (plus they usually only have a dual-link DVI input and lack a scaler and OSD) and have purchased 4 total--2 Aurias from Microcenter (same IPS panel, multiple inputs, with scaler, but still glossy) for $400 each, and two Asus PB278Q's (Samsung PLS panel, non-aggressive anti-glare, multiple inputs) for $700 each. In my opinion, the Asus units have better contrast (for text) than the LG-based IPS displays. I now run my Asus units at home, and the Aurias at work. The Asus monitors were perfect, but each of the Aurias had one dead pixel in the outer areas of the screen. Here's the thing--the pixels on that screen are so tiny that it doesn't matter. I had to look closely to find them, and never, ever notice them in normal use. I don't think a handful of dead pixels along the outer track is a dealbreaker on these. http://www.microcenter.com/product/384780/EQ276W_27_IPS_LED_Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236294 -Original Message- From: hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com [mailto:hardware-boun...@lists.hardwaregroup.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Q. Martin Sent: Monday, February 25, 2013 5:57 AM To: hardw...@lists.hardwaregroup.com Subject: [H] IPS high res monitor Still thinking of getting something more than a cheapo monitor. Are the Dell Ultrasharp's the ones to go for or is there an alternative? One that is less expensive? I recall someone mentioned one from ebay that comes from overseas? With a dead-pixel guarantee for an extra $20 (can't have no dead pixels, can we?)?
Re: [H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
Brian, My suggestion is you need a new PSU. I've never read about a PSU failing with excessively 'high' voltages. I suppose this can happen, but I am not aware of this; yet,..:) From your share, it seems that your cpu, m/b, RAM, are now trying very hard to deal with 'bad' voltages as best they can. Get a new (bigger) PSU. I would suggest a 650W + unit to start. If you have several (many) mechanical HD's, I may go 750W. Ireally like Seasonic now (thanks Greg!) JMHO. Duncan On 02/25/2013 10:42, Brian Weeden wrote: Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian
Re: [H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
I had a 650W OCZ in there. Only 1 SSD, 1 HDD, and a single video card so my power requirements aren't that steep. --- Brian Weeden Secure World Foundation +1 202 683-8534 On Feb 25, 2013, at 12:28, DSinc dsinc...@epbfi.com wrote: Brian, My suggestion is you need a new PSU. I've never read about a PSU failing with excessively 'high' voltages. I suppose this can happen, but I am not aware of this; yet,..:) From your share, it seems that your cpu, m/b, RAM, are now trying very hard to deal with 'bad' voltages as best they can. Get a new (bigger) PSU. I would suggest a 650W + unit to start. If you have several (many) mechanical HD's, I may go 750W. Ireally like Seasonic now (thanks Greg!) JMHO. Duncan On 02/25/2013 10:42, Brian Weeden wrote: Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian
Re: [H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
Brian, OK. Well, I suppose 'stuff happens' then. Still, your trouble reads a PSU anywayat least. A new m/b, maybe.. ? Duncan On 02/25/2013 12:38, Brian Weeden wrote: I had a 650W OCZ in there. Only 1 SSD, 1 HDD, and a single video card so my power requirements aren't that steep. --- Brian Weeden Secure World Foundation +1 202 683-8534 On Feb 25, 2013, at 12:28, DSinc dsinc...@epbfi.com wrote: Brian, My suggestion is you need a new PSU. I've never read about a PSU failing with excessively 'high' voltages. I suppose this can happen, but I am not aware of this; yet,..:) From your share, it seems that your cpu, m/b, RAM, are now trying very hard to deal with 'bad' voltages as best they can. Get a new (bigger) PSU. I would suggest a 650W + unit to start. If you have several (many) mechanical HD's, I may go 750W. Ireally like Seasonic now (thanks Greg!) JMHO. Duncan On 02/25/2013 10:42, Brian Weeden wrote: Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian
Re: [H] Loss of power, followed by overheated smell
I have had similar episodes that turned out to be the video fan happened to me twice... and the CPU fan ... happened to me once. The fans don't die they just slow down and stop pushing enough air. The MB over heats and shuts down the computer and every thing feels and smells hot. Good luck. w At 07:42 AM 2/25/2013, you wrote: Was working on a paper this morning and suddenly my desktop computer powered off by itself. This is a Q6600 machine that I built a few years ago and has been in nearly constant use since then with little to no trouble. It's been rock-sold and aside from upgrading the video card a year ago I haven't had to touch it. I waited a few seconds, then hit the power button. It came back on briefly and then shut off again, followed by the smell of overheated electronics. Disconnected the power and opened it up. Nothing was visibly smoking. Took everything apart. Inspected the CPU and it appeared ok. Replaced the thermal compound and re-seated the heatsink. Smell appeared to be coming from the power supply but I can't be positive. Put the bare essentials backtogether (CPU, RAM, video card) and powered it back on. Getting a variety of beep and error codes from the on-board diagnostic unit. At first there was a 1 long, 3 short beep code for the RAM . Reseated and it's gone. POST sequence was hanging on 8.7. (Check CPU Voltage) and now it's hanging on 8.2. (Check Power Supply). I get the sense that perhaps the power supply went bad. However, I really can't afford to be down on this system very long, so if I'm going to order parts I want to do it as soon as possible and not go through a long trouble-shooting process. Thoughts from the collective? Is it likely that if the power supply is indeed the culprit that the damage was contained there? Or should I be worried about the CPU, RAM, mobo, etc? - Brian
