Crashes

[Drace]

I am having problems with my computer crashing, its fairly infrequent (1-2 times a week). When it does crash, I get a loud, high pitch static sound, and it seems like my computer tries to stay on for a few more seconds and finally just resets. I have a feeling this may be a power issue. I'm using a 450w SmartPower that came with my case (I've heard its not too great, but its lasted me about a year). Specs are in my sig, let me know if you need any more info.

Temps max out under load at about 51c, normally doesn't get higher than 45c. When I get home i'll run memtest/prime95 and see if it's memory I guess.

I've been looking for an excuse to get a Corsair 520/620HX so I hope if anything it's the power supply.

 

[digital_exhaust]

Sounds like your right in assuming it's your psu, that would be my guess as well..... and hey, if your looking for an excuse to upgrade, go for it!

 

[Drace]

Well, ClubIT has the 620w for 117 AR, so I might bite on that. The 520w is 25ish less, but I figure the 620 will leave me room to expand. I've wanted a modular PSU for awhile

edit - wow, went to newegg to see the reviews on the PSU and i'm amazed, it seems like about 80% of them are doing the same thing, I'm just glad I caught mine before it died. Ordering a corsair when I get home!