PSU Issue (I broke a fan fin)

Twist86

Twist86

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So I slipped up...ended up breaking a fin on my fan when I was cleaning today....I super glued it back on and it works but obviously not like it should and later will cause problems.
I made a RMA ticket with Corsair but I doubt they will warranty this so how do I go about buying a new fan for my TX750w Corsair PSU and a good FAQ to replace it without causing issues?

However its really quiet and I got it pretty close to perfect....neat way to test this while I wait for a reply from Corsair or a fan replacement. I just worry bout leaving my PC alone so now I boot up and down when I am not in the room rofl.

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Need a good quiet 140mm fan that will work and if possible the exact 140mm fan would be awesome.

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To open the PSU casing all you need to do is remove the 4 screws with the 4th being under the "void warranty" sticker correct? Its not very hard to replace a fan is it?
 
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The fan should have a plug socket or it could be soldered direct to circuit board.
Most computer stores should be able to provide a decent replacement.
Basic electrical skills and you should have no problem replacing the fan... or for a modest fee a computer repair shop should be able to do it.
 
Twist86 said:
So I slipped up...ended up breaking a fin on my fan when I was cleaning today....I super glued it back on and it works but obviously not like it should and later will cause problems.
I made a RMA ticket with Corsair but I doubt they will warranty this so how do I go about buying a new fan for my TX750w Corsair PSU and a good FAQ to replace it without causing issues?

However its really quiet and I got it pretty close to perfect....neat way to test this while I wait for a reply from Corsair or a fan replacement. I just worry bout leaving my PC alone so now I boot up and down when I am not in the room rofl.

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Need a good quiet 140mm fan that will work and if possible the exact 140mm fan would be awesome.

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To open the PSU casing all you need to do is remove the 4 screws with the 4th being under the "void warranty" sticker correct? Its not very hard to replace a fan is it?
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The TX750 uses a yate loon electronics company D14BH-12 rated at 140CFM. Hank at performance-pc's sells these fans, available with or without LED's and at similar specifications:
Black, exact match: http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...oduct_info&cPath=36_316_848&products_id=27361

Same fans, with LED's and clear frames, if you are voiding your warranty you may as well mod it eh?:P
Blue:http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...oduct_info&cPath=36_316_848&products_id=27146
Red:http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...oduct_info&cPath=36_316_848&products_id=27147
Green:http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...oduct_info&cPath=36_316_848&products_id=27653

The fan on a tx750 uses a type ofconnector, however you will need to cut it off the original fan and solder/heatshrink it to the new fan, as i do not believe it is a standard fan header style connector.
 
Well that is sad..I expected it but was hoping it was setup more like the lower watt PSU I took apart. I actually got my RMA so gonna go through with it to save hassle :P

Downside is I will be computer less for the next 10 days. You think a crappy 430w Thermaltek PSU could power my system with a 7600GT instead of my 260? I can live without gaming but I make most my cash online. The only other is going back to a single-core which could possibly kill me inside at 56k speeds :P
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153023&cm_re=430w-_-17-153-023-_-Product
 
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Twist86 said:
Well that is sad..I expected it but was hoping it was setup more like the lower watt PSU I took apart. I actually got my RMA so gonna go through with it to save hassle :P

Downside is I will be computer less for the next 10 days. You think a crappy 430w Thermaltek PSU could power my system with a 7600GT instead of my 260? I can live without gaming but I make most my cash online. The only other is going back to a single-core which could possibly kill me inside at 56k speeds :P
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153023&cm_re=430w-_-17-153-023-_-Product
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The 430W TT would probably run your rig fine, put into perspective most OEM machines near your specs are run on generic 200-300W's..the 430W TT isnt exactly the best, but its decent enough.
 
I think he already has the thermaltake, which is why he is asking. The extreme power plus lineup sucks just about as much as the thermaltake TR-2 though.
 
Twist86 said:
But I all ready own the TT :P I bought it like 5 years ago when I initially bought my 7600GT. My first after market PSU. Thank you btw Bomber will hook it up today. Been using my singlecore and I gotta admit even with Windows 7 on it....more snappy then I remember it ever being.
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With a fresh install, that can happen;) Thats why i like to keep a backup PSU around the house, i have a 750W silencer from pcp&c that i picked up for $70 recertified incase any of my units go out.
 
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Actually the thermaltake is cheaper once you count in shipping, but hey:P

Xclio is the best to go with on the low end of a budget anyhow, CWT built units.
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Ha, I didn't even look at the shipping :D, My fault.


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But I all ready own the TT :P I bought it like 5 years ago when I initially bought my 7600GT. My first after market PSU. Thank you btw Bomber will hook it up today. Been using my singlecore and I gotta admit even with Windows 7 on it....more snappy then I remember it ever being.
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My fault again :P
 
bomberboysk said:
With a fresh install, that can happen;) Thats why i like to keep a backup PSU around the house, i have a 750W silencer from pcp&c that i picked up for $70 recertified incase any of my units go out.
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Well that initially was my back up but wattage went up on systems and it had low amperage for its wattage (400w corsair = 7a or so more I think) vs my old 400w Corsair so wasn't 100% sure. Sadly on wattage calculators they don't show your amperage or a guess of it.


@Alien! Where?
No issue there....besides I usually only buy Corsair anymore and if they actually accept the RMA once they get there doubt I will be buying anything else.



Which reminds me anyone know a decent calculator that does show amperage as well as wattage? Not needing 100% accurate but a guesstimate never hurt.
 
Twist86 said:
Well that initially was my back up but wattage went up on systems and it had low amperage for its wattage (400w corsair = 7a or so more I think) vs my old 400w Corsair so wasn't 100% sure. Sadly on wattage calculators they don't show your amperage or a guess of it.


@Alien! Where?
No issue there....besides I usually only buy Corsair anymore and if they actually accept the RMA once they get there doubt I will be buying anything else.



Which reminds me anyone know a decent calculator that does show amperage as well as wattage? Not needing 100% accurate but a guesstimate never hurt.
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Best thing to do is look at system draws from benchmarks.

Also, those PSU calculators, when it gives you a wattage, generally look for that wattage on the +12v rails.
 
I am so happy atm.....Corsair actually RMA my power supply and sent me a brand new one to boot apparently (off the phone with support)
I have to say after this I think Corsair has my business in the future as lets face it they had no reason to honor a warranty when I was clearly in the fault.


Just thought id update you guys. I might get it Friday or Monday...either case freaking fantastic.
 
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I am so happy atm.....Corsair actually RMA my power supply and sent me a brand new one to boot apparently (off the phone with support)
I have to say after this I think Corsair has my business in the future as lets face it they had no reason to honor a warranty when I was clearly in the fault.


Just thought id update you guys. I might get it Friday or Monday...either case freaking fantastic.
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Corsair does have a very nice warranty, they also cover sleeved cables, corsair really is an enthusiast name with an enthusiast warranty. Never been a major fan of their TX line to be brutally honest, but their HX and AX lines are pretty stellar.
 
Well when I bought the TX it was $65 shipped after sale and rebate so for the price it out competes anything that was up on the market then. I am curious what did you not like about the TX line?
 
Twist86 said:
Well when I bought the TX it was $65 shipped after sale and rebate so for the price it out competes anything that was up on the market then. I am curious what did you not like about the TX line?
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Its just really an aging lineup compared to what is available at similar or lower prices these days, for instance XFX's 750/850W M12D units, right now they are some of the best units on the market in that wattage, and can be had cheaper than the corsair TX units, which aren't even really directly comparable(the AX/HX lines are more comparable). Plus, back in the hayday of the TX750 and such, the pc power & cooling 750W silencer was available at similar costs to the TX, yet performed better. Same can be said about many of Antec's newer units(the truepower units are excellent for the price), silverstone units, etc. Its not like i suggest against the TX line, they are solid psu's that will work great, there are just better options out there(as in, i wouldnt say replace one that someone already has, but for someone building a new system, it wouldnt be at the top of my suggestions).
 
I see I see....haven't heard many good things about XFX PSUs but I must admit I am a Corsair fan. They sent me a brand new unit and works flawlessly. So glad to get my own system back up. You never truly appreciate your system till you go back to your 2+ year old system again.
 
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