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PSU Clicking under load.
I have a dell optiplex 9020 and i recently got a new case, gpu and power supply. The power supply i got was a 290 Watt dell power supply from a larger 9020. For some reason, when the GPU is in a heavy load, the power supply just clicks, i have tried to underclock my gpu to stop it from clicking but it continues. I use an RX 580 Gaming X and Sata power to PCI Express in order to power it. I used to use the power supply it came with to power the gpu but the fan wasnt getting enough air and it fried so i got the replacement and made sure it had enough air, but the original, which had less power, wasnt clicking.
redxps630
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April 8th, 2024 21:53
Re: Sata power to PCI Express in order
not a good idea. not safe. under load the thin plastic around sata can soften and cause a short or fire hazard.
psu click when it is detecting a short sometimes.
try use a standard atx psu and 24 to 8 pin adapter to provider safer power to RX580
bradthetechnut
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April 11th, 2024 01:21
Google your card's wattage and PSU requirements. You'll find that the RX 580 Gaming X is 185w and requires 400w-450w PSU to power it and your system.
Use the 8-pin connector on the PSU to help power the RX 580.