PC power supply input 220-230V on 110V network
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Hello,
I brought my desktop computer to Canada with me. I have an Asus P7P55D motherboard. Since I plugged it into the 110V power supply, the DRAM LED is on (which may indicate a possible power issue among other things) and the PC shuts down when starting Windows.
It’s worth noting that when I boot in safe mode (which I believe requires much less power), I have no problems. All my components are fine and functioning normally.
My power supply is a Corsair 600W with an input of 220-230V. I thought that by supplying only 110V, the power provided by the power supply must be lower? During a normal Windows boot, a spike in consumption occurs (which doesn’t happen in safe mode), which could explain why the PC shuts down at that exact moment.
Is my reasoning correct?
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I brought my desktop computer to Canada with me. I have an Asus P7P55D motherboard. Since I plugged it into the 110V power supply, the DRAM LED is on (which may indicate a possible power issue among other things) and the PC shuts down when starting Windows.
It’s worth noting that when I boot in safe mode (which I believe requires much less power), I have no problems. All my components are fine and functioning normally.
My power supply is a Corsair 600W with an input of 220-230V. I thought that by supplying only 110V, the power provided by the power supply must be lower? During a normal Windows boot, a spike in consumption occurs (which doesn’t happen in safe mode), which could explain why the PC shuts down at that exact moment.
Is my reasoning correct?
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Hi,
Not completely. However, on the back of your power supply you probably have a switch that allows you to switch from 220V to 110V, thus enabling you to use it under the same conditions as at 220V, with the only difference being the input power.
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~ To listen is to possess, in addition to one's own, the minds of others... said Leonardo da Vinci.
Not completely. However, on the back of your power supply you probably have a switch that allows you to switch from 220V to 110V, thus enabling you to use it under the same conditions as at 220V, with the only difference being the input power.
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~ To listen is to possess, in addition to one's own, the minds of others... said Leonardo da Vinci.
I reiterate: no.
The power supply expects 220V but only receives 110V, it therefore does not operate in the same way and thus does not produce the expected electricity. Therefore, as I have already mentioned: check that you have a small button that allows you to change the mode of the power supply. If not, it will need to be replaced because it will not function on 110V, especially if it's 110V DC... :o)
The power supply expects 220V but only receives 110V, it therefore does not operate in the same way and thus does not produce the expected electricity. Therefore, as I have already mentioned: check that you have a small button that allows you to change the mode of the power supply. If not, it will need to be replaced because it will not function on 110V, especially if it's 110V DC... :o)
Hello,
My power supply is a Corsair 600W with an input of 220-230V
Is it only 220/230V?
If so, it should have a switch on the back to switch from 220 to 110V as Judge_DT indicates
I am surprised because Corsair power supplies have had active power factor correction (PFC) for several years
One of the characteristics of this circuit is that it accepts a wide range of mains voltage, generally at least from 110 to 220V, in this case the 110/220V switch is no longer necessary
You can see for example in the photo of the label of this Corsair:
100-240V
My power supply is a Corsair 600W with an input of 220-230V
Is it only 220/230V?
If so, it should have a switch on the back to switch from 220 to 110V as Judge_DT indicates
I am surprised because Corsair power supplies have had active power factor correction (PFC) for several years
One of the characteristics of this circuit is that it accepts a wide range of mains voltage, generally at least from 110 to 220V, in this case the 110/220V switch is no longer necessary
You can see for example in the photo of the label of this Corsair:
100-240V
It must be said that even though it is a very good power supply, it is quite old (rp-600-pcap).
There is no voltage switch on it. In the AC input, it is indicated: 220V-230V/6.3A 50/60Hz.
I don't know if it matters, but on the back of the power supply, there is a large "only 230V" written.
There is no voltage switch on it. In the AC input, it is indicated: 220V-230V/6.3A 50/60Hz.
I don't know if it matters, but on the back of the power supply, there is a large "only 230V" written.
Oh okay, it's probably old, only 230V, it can't work properly on the 120V in Canada...
You could invest in a 110/220V voltage converter,
but I think for the same price it's wiser to get a modern power supply in 100-240V, which will have better efficiency and can work equally well in Canada/USA and in Europe.
For example, if 500W is enough for your setup:
https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/evga-evga-500-w1-atx12-eps12v-80-500w-power-supply-100-w1-0500-kr/10426316?path=ed51630849d226014780e5063c5922f8en02&fromBrandStore=evga
You could invest in a 110/220V voltage converter,
but I think for the same price it's wiser to get a modern power supply in 100-240V, which will have better efficiency and can work equally well in Canada/USA and in Europe.
For example, if 500W is enough for your setup:
https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/evga-evga-500-w1-atx12-eps12v-80-500w-power-supply-100-w1-0500-kr/10426316?path=ed51630849d226014780e5063c5922f8en02&fromBrandStore=evga