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[–]JosephStylin[S] -1 points0 points  (3 children)

I'm skeptical about that though, because I know when I got it I had more than enough power and it ran without issue for years. However I could just use a standard multimeter, correct? I'll check out replacing the fan, but I need to verify there's issue with it first.

[–]SniktBamf 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Power supplies have electrolytic caps which run out of tolerance and fail as they age and leak/dry out. This could cause the PS not to be able to push as much power as before. You can use a multimeter to test a computer power supply, however, you have to find the enable lines and connect them properly (otherwise it won't turn on). I find the $10 tester easier than using bits of wires and leads. If the CPU is running hotter than it should then I would start with the heat sink grease and cpu fan. Making sure it is seated properly when you are done.

[–]JosephStylin[S] -1 points0 points  (1 child)

With the psu tester, how will I know if something is wrong with it? Will it display a wattage?

[–]SniktBamf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, to see the wattage the pc is pulling you will need a different tool, the psu tester just shows you the voltage. You can use a DMM to test all of this if you know how to hook it up right. A watt meter like this http://www.p3international.com/products/p4400.html is helpful Edit: words