I've noticed that my power supply unit (PSU) fan has become really loud after I installed an additional 16GB of RAM, bringing my total to 32GB at 3200MHz. Before this upgrade, everything was running smoothly. My setup isn't very power-hungry since it's a budget build with a PSU rated for 550W, so it should handle power spikes just fine. Is there anything I can do to fix this noise issue?
2 Answers
You mentioned the model of your PSU, which does play a big role here. Budget power supplies often compromise on quality, so it may just be starting to fail or overheat. It's worth monitoring your system temps as well. Also, if you're comfortable, you could open it up and check if the fan is clean or if anything is blocking it. However, be careful if you decide to do that as the components can still hold a charge.
It sounds like your PSU might be struggling for some reason. Sometimes, if a PSU is pretty cheap—like yours—it can be more prone to issues. As you mentioned, it doesn’t recognize the RAM change directly, but perhaps the added memory is causing an increase in load or stress that's making the PSU work harder. You could also check for any dust buildup or ensure that all connections are secure. If it continues to be noisy, you might want to consider replacing it with a more reliable unit.
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