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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2025
- This is a brandnew Corsair AX860i i got from RMA after my Corsair AX760i had the completely same issues after almost 1 and a half year of running without a single issue. Sometimes the PSU runs flawless for a day or two, or just runs for about 5-10 minutes or don't even POST, it's totally random, like playing russian roulette. My temporary Silverstone PSU i borrowed after i sent my previous AX760i in ran like a champ.
ASUS Surge Protection was set to "OFF" after i read on forums it can maybe help but sadly no dice.
Mainboard: Sabertooth Z77
CPU: 3770k @ 4.5Ghz
RAM: 4x4GB Corsair Vengeance CL8-9-9-20 DDR3 1866
GPU: MSi 980TI Lightning with custom vBios
From the date till 23.01.2017 the PSU ran for a while again without no issues, but yesterday they came back, stronger than ever, i opted for another PSU instead "Coolermaster V750"
After 5 years of service, this problem has caught up with my PSU as well.
3 years for me, now mine is dead
Oh my god! I've had exactly this issue for the last 6 months! I organised a replacement with the supplier I purchased this through and the exact same issue! I've troubleshotted this forever, however, got occasions where it actually works for a session. I have 2 now doing this issue but it's solid enough with an old Enermax I have. Thanks, I'm getting these Corsair's sent back! Never again.
As i still get some questions about how i fixed it? Well i didn't the only way back then was to get another PSU which was a Coolermaster V750, right now i'm using a Seasonic Prime Ultra 850 Titanium, which both working still without any issues at all in my previous system and my current one.
Totally unacceptable for a premium product. Happened to mine to. These are not reliable!
If New & RMAed units are still doing this then clearly the product is not suitable. This is the only PC component I have had malfunction in a very long time. Ironically I purchased it because I wanted to build a nice reliable system. Even when it is working the fan clicks on and off very often which is very distracting. If this is still happening then how can I knowingly reinstall my RMAed unit into a system that I want to be reliable?
Mine just started doing this.
That's why I prefer PSUs that are actually semi-modular and the vital cables are soldered on permanently to the board of the PSU -- lesser room for possible errors! Don't care too much about johnnyguru, who would always dock a point for being not fully modular...
@@MSI6728 hello there I have the same problem my pc only one second turn on then offs on msi z270 6700k with psu cordsair ax 1500i
@@MSI6728 I want to buy semi modular psu as u said it's good less errors can you please tell me which one I have to buy
Finally I found the issue. In my case it was cpu 4 pin power supply. I connected the wrong one and basically psu was disconnecting it. Once was working fine for while another day it was shutting down after few minutes. To be honest I didn't bother for 3 years but once i start overclocking it was every day issue. And now solved
funny you are mention an epc cable , I've changed my system in December and added the second epc cable to the board even though im not overclocking the 7600x (because he already clock to the max temp possible) . Sadly i don't know what slot I used
I had this exact same issue with FOUR AX1200i's that were replaced under RMA. When the 4th one failed I lost it and sent corsair a semi-angry/frustrated email. They have agreed to send me the HX1200i in return for this one. Even though the HXi is a good $100 lesser than the AXi, I just hope it's stable and wont have me worried about my PC shutting down for no reason.
Now I'm just waiting for the corona thing to blow over so I can get to RMA this for hopefully the last time.
Really wish you the best it works out for you in the end, in my opinion tho they should give you a compensation for this bullshittery i mean 4 PSUs and every one died, like damn not cool at all.
@@Scerate Hello, why should the process shown at minute 2:25 after the green light turn on be carried out? Please.
I have the exact same issue with an AX760, it powers on, fan starts spinning, and 1 second later it turns itself off (also does that little click sound).
The only way to repeat is to remove the power cord (or switch off the back button) and wait for the capacitors to lose power, only then does it do the same on/off shit.
After insisting multiple times or waiting fo a while does it eventually comes alive, sometimes a CMOS clear seems to help, which sounds ridiculous because using another PSU it immediatly boots so the rest of the system shouldn't be at fault.
Hi, I would like to know if you were able to solve the problem completely? please
omg!!! this video save me, my ax860i does this problem too.
Im saved too! 4 years earranty left Hahah !
Hello, were you able to solve the problem at the time?
The same thing happened to me, the power went out in my house and when I wanted to turn on the PC, it began to present this same problem. Now, for it to turn on I have to move the power switch, it has been the only way I have found to turn on the PC.
I had a similar issue. But I think it is because my GPU water cooling fan/radiator hangs by a screw to the case wall on the floor of the case which is usually sound as gravity, but if it becomes shaky it becomes sensitive to wobbles. Worst case scenario I have to open it up and put it back in position. It is in a tight space so is hard to screw to the case, but it is contained in its little cubby space, so is safe. My PC randomly shuts down when in this fragile state. But sometimes its more stable as I call it if you leave it running with no sleep or shut down. And if it is truly embedded in an unstable state, then bang the side of the case, not shaky bang, but non shaky vibration bang. Bang it harder if it does not respond. Just try not to cause a shake. I did this recently and my PC has been very stable such that I can put it in sleep mode or shut it down.
I have this PSU and I think it powers down my PC if that GPU radiator/fan get susceptible to wobbles. It is a magnetic fan; I do not know if it is more susceptible than ball bearings.
I have ruled out power surges as I replaced my surge protector. And my monitor has a crackling sound sometimes due to one of the cable screws being not attached to the monitor any more. But I ruled this out when I have tried starting my PC without the monitor plugged in.
Hello, why should the process shown at minute 2:25 after the green light turn on be carried out? Please.
If i remember right it was a selfcheck button, normally the power supply should turn on or at least the fans to ensure the functionality of the PSU.
@@Scerate To do the self-test, should all the hardware be disconnected from the power supply?
It's an intermittent relay issue. The relay to the fan gets stuck. 1st thing that sometimes works is turning it off and unplugging it for 7-10 minutes, plugging it back in and flipping the switch. 2nd thing is to unplug it, flip the switch back and forth really fast and then give the PSU a good jolt, a good 7 of of 10 smack from your open palm or a small hammer. (I know, crazy right???) I have had mine do this randomly once every few months over the past 3 years. Same fix every time. Do not be gentle, remember if its not working you can't break it more, lol!
you are a genius... I just hit mine a couple times after reading this and it worked.
@@thalatestyes, but that is not a fix. been dealing with this issue for 5 years now after RMAing multiple AXI's
Glad I'm not the only victim, I thought it was going to explode or something. I think it is just me being stupid.
Same issue…after i tried on the pc ..the psu start sound clicking and some fan rgb ram light on…and then nothing on monitor…
I've had this happen too 2 units now....
Unplug everything from the power supply, even from the pack the PC, and click the power switch too off.
Plug everything back in and turn it on.
This happens, randomly to me or last time when my homes power went out.
Hello, the same thing happened to me, the power went out in my house and when I wanted to turn on the PC, it began to present this same problem. Now, to get it to turn on, I have to move the power switch, it has been the only way I have found to turn on the PC.
bad relay for the power switch, that clicking ouch.
This was happening to me and it ended up being switching out the sata cables that plug into the PSU with the ones they give you which say type 4. Hope this helps someone, was driving me crazy.
I had the same problem and aftr I saw ur kind comment I tired doing the sata cable thing and it worked. Your are a life saver. May God’s bless you and have great day my friend.
Hi, I have a problem in my PC with the power supply. Where can I buy the sata cable that you mention?
@@lachimbail Hi, I would like to know if you bought the same cable suggested by the manufacturer or if you used a generic sata cable? please
@@vicentebchacon vincent, that to was my fix
same goes to my AX1200i my pc turns into xmas light series constant reboot lately the psu died, troubleshooting the issue? taken off from my unit smash it on the floor, thrown out of the window on the 2nd floor and I'm FEELING HAPPY NOW! and here's my conclusion **NEVER BUY PSU FROM CORSAIR AGAIN!**
Yeah, I'm also done with CORSAIR PSUs, forever... :(
Hello, what power supply would you buy?
@@vicentebchacon Currently using silverstone without any issues and has been running for more than 5 yrs.
Been googling up PSU's for a bit and keep running into videos like these along w/ bad ratings in general, ended up taking back 2 1500i PSU's I got for myself and my wife for our PC's since its just not worth the hassle given how bad corsairs reputation is with support in general. Simply banning people for RMA'ing defective products more than once is a huge red flag. Gonna take a look at other PSU MFC's in the meantime. Thanks for posting this, hopefully enough of these will get QA to possibly do something for future releases. Not even their keyboards live up to par these days.
PSU’s do not use standardized modular cables. The pins are laid out differently from brand to brand. The problem in this video is the same thing that happens when someone plugs a modular cable from a different brand into these units. This could be the power supply or it could be something else. What we do know is whatever it is is causing the PSU to trip, but there are too many variables to know for sure and since everyone has decided that they are a computer DIY specialist these days (instead of actually going to school and getting a degree), you never know. Here is a forum discussing this:
forums.tomshardware.com/threads/corsair-ax860i-with-evga-power-supply-cable-set.1871859/
The clicking sound that happens is a relay that is flipping off. It happens every time this unit shuts down and is supposed to happen. This happens with TVs and a lot of AV receivers as well. Here is another forum where this is discussed:
forums.tomshardware.com/threads/psu-making-odd-clicking-sound-as-i-shut-down.2666823/
I actually have real world experience with these products. I have implemented many systems with these units and neither I nor any of my clients have ever had a problem with these. I have used Corsair, EVGA, Cooler Master, LSP, and many other brands in the last two decades and have not once had to RMA any of them. I tend to rely on actual real world experience rather than conspiracy posts. I am not saying that Corsair has not had a rare case (forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=170975) but I am saying that I am not going to run back to the store and return something that I haven’t even tried, just because I read something online.
It really looks like you have been spending a little too much time at the “school of Reddit”(as you put it) reading posts about people getting banned for RMAing their products: ;) It is funny that you blasted me like this when you are the one who was doing this yourself. ;)
www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/comments/5viljy/corsair_ignored_rma_for_2_months_then_gives_me/
www.reddit.com/r/Corsair/comments/9uafjn/corsair_rma_has_been_a_nightmare/
@@jacquestcomc While this is mostly true, except you don't necessarily need a degree to understand. FYI - I just bought a brand new AX1200i in a 1 year old pre-built microcenter PC. Changed cables with the supply, and ran BEAutifully for the first 2 weeks, and tons of use. Randomly... didn't even open the case, it just cut out and went red light. I turn it back on and did exactly as this video for awhile until randomly wouldn't start either. I pulled out the PSU, ran the test and all green. Put it back in, ran fine for 5-6 hours, then again randomly cut out except it never went red and just kept rebooting itself every second. I'm crazy annoyed... now may just go EVGA or something. (Yes, before reinstalling PSU I triple checked every cable, ram stick, moba header, surge protector, outlet, everything. Reason I switched to the AX1200 was because I had some 600 and am about to get another RTX 2070 to help hashcat; and I earn enough to not worry about a more pricey PSU.
Someone fixed it?
Pretty sure all us Corsair "fan boys" have do this. I have a 1200 and 1500 (both AXI's) and must do this procedure every ....um couple months or so, sometimes a week long every day. Then it start working for another extended period of times. Sick of dealing with Corsair about this issue as they are both RMA'd units that experience same failure as their predecessors. I don't get angry anymore and simply prop my system on my desk and perform "the sequence". Ya, its frustrating, yet don't believe there is a better psu on the market with this kind of specs that would suit me. When they come back into stock and supply chain resumes to normal after this pandemic I will purchase another. I will try the 1600 and see if it has same issues.
Hi, I would like to know if you were able to solve the problem completely? please
@@vicentebchacon yes and no. if u need help let me know I have a fix for my situation.
Hello, if I need your help to solve my situation on the PC please.
I have a ax1200i and it’s been doing this for forever randomly too. Help someone
Same thing happens on my AX760 except it just surges over and over again which cannot be good for the Mobo
OK so just reading the replies on these comments makes me think Relay Issue? It surges on and off until i Hit the power supply with my fist then it powers on completely ~ going to get this returned to the store as it is still under the 30-day
On my 2nd AX860 and SAME issue!! This is the first JUNK PSU from Corsair I have ever had. Very disappointing.
discharge psu, open it and look carefouly inside for bulging caps ; )
@@Scerate but looking at Amazon reviews the Coolermaster seems to have a 1-2 year lifespan with final explosion (!)
@@Scerate do you think that having a "too smart" PSU is the cause to have these crashes?
I read a lot of complaining about AXi series, I was wondering if I should buy a "stupid" PSU as a temporary lifesaver between RMAs (since this baby has a 10 Year Warranty)
Hey mate, did the new power supply work for you properly? Or did you find out that it was something else? Thanks!
@@Scerate Hey, so you bought a new one that wasn't a corsair? If so please lemme know which one! My AX860i is doing the exact same thing...
@@bert.. hi, let me know if you solved the problem, please. Same issue
@@RemekTarach Found out that it was one of my cables causing the error.
@@bert.. HI, Could you share your solution about it? Did you change the cable? What cable was causing the problem?
@@bert.. Yes. Mine was as well
imagine losing money on 3 psus HX850I CORSAIR, aerocool gm750, Cooler master 750w mwe gold. failed within 3 years single system.
sounds like bad caps or voltage problem and could be it needs solder on it as had board psu with this before ,but be carefull will kill you stone dead to much power as it hold charge for close to 7 months after unless you discharge the remaining power in caps
@lintonedwardsmc2634 I do not believe it holds a charge for that long to be honest.
Wow I have same psu and having this problem now. Do I just buy a new psu?
Yeah still rocking that Coolermaster V750 since 2017 👍
what did you do exactly to fix it? I'm having the same issue right now
Dat Haf how do i RMA it?
i have cm V750 Semi Modular it make this click when i start pc and when i turn it off but it's run normal is this normal ?
I had the same problem. At the end it turned out to be a badly seated memory module. After reseating the memory, everything works fine.
This could be a solution if, in my case, using another PSU didn't solve the problem altogether.
Corsair is way overrated.
Hello, how can I reset the memory? Please.
bad solder on the power switch basicly goes in to protection
Hello, do you have a solution for the defective soldering on the switch?
SOLUTION: Had the same problem with the PC with a Corsair AX860i, 5 years old, pressed power button, didn't post, just moved the fan about 2 centimeters, that's it. Exactly like the video above, even the sound it makes. Tried these first: 1. Reseat all the RAM, still didn't work. 2. Reseat the GPU and power, didn't work 3. Unplug all 4 internal HDDs, SATA cables and power, didn't work. 4. Tried removing all: RAM, GPU, HDDs, still didn't work. 5. Finally remove the PSU (all cables removed) from the motherboard and did a self-test, PSU worked!!! So it's not the power supply!!! 6. Put PSU back into the motherboard, cables reattached, didn't work again. 7. Planned to put in a secondary working Corsair AX860i PSU from a working PC to verify...but held off on that approach. 7. Maybe it's the MSI Gaming 7 motherboard. All power off, shorted the CMOS pins.... restored power, pressed the button.... PC booted!!!!!! Hope this helps someone.
I hope this works because the way you described it up until the solution is exactly what I've done.
Hi, could you explain this part of your solution to me please?( All power off, shorted the CMOS pins.... restored power, pressed the button.... PC booted!!!!!! Hope this helps someone). I have the same problem with the power supply Corsair AX860i. Plz
This beautiful little piece of shit Power Supply from corsair wasted more than 200 hours of my time trying to trouble shoot it and sticking to it for the sake of the power digital monitoring feature and the custom carbon pro cable mod cable kit I invested in it.
Worst fucking PSU I ever had, coming from X-850 Seasonic so compact, beautiful and low key, never ever had a single issue with the older sea sonic ( that I sold unfortunately). This little piece of shit from corsair cultivated in me the phobia of powering on my super powerful and beautiful open frame Thermaltake PC in fear of the shutdown loop, such a shitty implementation of a good idea, will never buy any corsair product again.
Sorry to hear this, especially if you put so much time and money to make your rig perfect, sadly the PSU sounded so good on paper but the adoption sucked so bad, still on my Coolermaster VS750 which i got after i posted this video and thankfully it still goes strong without a single hitch so far.
@@ScerateThanks for your compassion, and my apologies for "my french" (allthough my real french is perfect :)). The PSU came back to life after 2 days of uncountable attempts to revive it using all the tricks imaginable : Go figure!
It seems to be sensitive to when the system is powered down whether it goes on hibernation or sleep, and also whether corsair services (3 corsair Icue services) are running at the time of the shutdown or not.
Basically most of the time I use hybrid sleep or hibernation to shut down my PC, I also disable systematically all corsair services (to avoid overscaning my external Mediasonic Drivebox) after enabling them initially(to initiate PSU fan 800 RPM and allow HWinfo64 to monitor/or not corsair PSU without inflicting PSU fan and with corsair services off!).
Also I learned that this PSU wall plug connectors might be of lower quality and might degrade with repetitive plug / unplug, so now I turn off PSU power switch after shutdown and unplug it's cable from the wall end not the PSU side) etc...
Very temperamental unit, apparently really poorly engineered to save money, but it is flawless when it works.
I am trying to figure the Asus z370-E motherboard anti-surge protection location so I can disable it too.
@@hurgurhurghuthfn Yeah i perceived about the same as you, when it worked it was a almost perfect PSU till that day. Funnily enough i still have the RMAed PSU in my cabin and i actually tried to use it back then when i got my Crosshair VII when i upgraded to 2700x but died too after about 10 seconds into POSTing, sadly not even for powering my pump (i went full customloop watercooling) to fill my loop the corsair suffices, it basically does the same as in the video :(
@@Scerate Thanks Rick for your attentive follow up, really I appreciate being able to " vent" about this issue :) thanks bruh! Anyway I bought mine used off ebay, and have it powering I9-9900k on asus Z370E, CPU is at 5Ghz on balanced mode and usually all power consumption is around 130 Watts, this PSU could be sensitive to heat and/or unstable overclocking ? It appears also that some capacitors are sitting close to PSU cables outgoing connectors and with heat would "rub" against other circuits or something, just a lot of speculations and wasted time, I just like the digital power monitoring feature and switchable over current protection (always turned off in my case), but many new PSUs mostly thermaltake i series have that feature for a decent pricing and a much better software interface, but bottom line trustworthy PSU are EVGA G3, silverstone compact PSUs and mostely Seasonic especially their older X modular series (last ones in the series like x-850 mk3), maybe some XFX ones too.
@@hurgurhurghuthfn Hello, I have the same problem with this power supply. I would like to know what I can do to make it work well? I have had this power supply for 5 years and it had never given me this problem. You help me please?
same problem i have :( with same PSU .
my cooler master vsm 750 do same but only at on/off it's run perfect for me (i just brought it couple days ago )
I've had the same problem with 4 of these....If you smack the psu a few times it will stay on.....TRASH product. I believe it's something to do with a relay.
dude, didnt get your comment serious, but having the same problem made me slap, and it actually worked, lmao, thanks mate
Exact same issue with AX1200i
Did you fix it, if so how
The same this is happening to me.
Same issue here.
same issue here try to set the fan on 40%
gleiches Problem hier, versuch mal den Lüpfter auf 40% zu setzen
or do it this way :-)) th-cam.com/video/a3lEavxrKXY/w-d-xo.html
I got my AX680i working by this way: forum.corsair.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1004348&postcount=52
Hello, you say that doing this worked for you? Monitor power input and output, efficiency, fan speed, and internal temperature, right from the Windows-based application. Or take it to the next level and set and modify fan speed profiles, or even select between virtual "single rail" or "multi rail" software modes, with selectable OCP points.
had the same problem for years with the previous generation ax
it seems axi is the same shit with different tape
my corsiar h100 leaked in 6 months
absolutely unreliable
stay away from corsair
3 corsair have done the same to me. Never again buying this trash