Help! My PC Suddenly Won't Start Properly
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WildCard123
Yesterday, while I was enjoying some Battlefield 1, my PC just powered off unexpectedly. Now, every time I try to turn it on, the fans spin for a brief second and then stop. The keyboard and joystick light up, but the mouse doesn't respond. It feels like the system is trying to start, detects a problem, and immediately shuts down. After reconnecting the power, it only offers a moment of life before shutting down again, and I often have to unplug it or hold the power button to reset it. Here are my specs: EVGA 550 BQ PSU, A520M motherboard, and my temps were under 70°C when it turned off.
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What CPU and GPU are you running? The EVGA 550 BQ is a decent power supply, but it's a bit on the weaker side; it might be nearing its end.
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GamerDude45: I'm using an RX 580 and a Ryzen 3 4100. The 550 should be fine for them, and this PSU has been solid for a year.