Computer losing power suddenly

[ValorZeroAdvent]

My computer lost power on two separate occasions, both times while I was playing a game. When I powered up the system right after it shut down it took a few seconds before pressing the power button turned on the system again.

There was also a moment where I was alerted to the system turning itself on (which was a mystery) and it happened quite recently. I honestly think the motherboard is dying on me, but fingers crossed it isn't dying so soon.

I also suspect the PSU may be at fault as well but I only recently replaced the PSU, and I really doubt the PSU may be causing the intermittent start-ups and shutdowns. Either way, I need some pointers on what may be causing the issue.

I have a hunch that my motherboard was slightly damaged from my last PSU that gave out in an exciting manner, that is to say it blew up with sparks. I can still remember the smell of smoke coming out of it, but I digress. Any suggestions?

 

[Rashkae]

My computer lost power on two separate occasions, both times while I was playing a game. When I powered up the system right after it shut down it took a few seconds before pressing the power button turned on the system again.

There was also a moment where I was alerted to the system turning itself on (which was a mystery) and it happened quite recently. I honestly think the motherboard is dying on me, but fingers crossed it isn't dying so soon.

I also suspect the PSU may be at fault as well but I only recently replaced the PSU, and I really doubt the PSU may be causing the intermittent start-ups and shutdowns. Either way, I need some pointers on what may be causing the issue.

I have a hunch that my motherboard was slightly damaged from my last PSU that gave out in an exciting manner, that is to say it blew up with sparks. I can still remember the smell of smoke coming out of it, but I digress. Any suggestions?

Do you have an overclockable motherboard? If yes, go into your BIOS and look at the hardware monitor screens. Look for unusual voltages

 

[ValorZeroAdvent]

Do you have an overclockable motherboard? If yes, go into your BIOS and look at the hardware monitor screens. Look for unusual voltages

I checked it, it was around 1.2v. I turned down the voltage to 1.15v just to be safe.

 

[ValorZeroAdvent]

Nevermind, here's a more comprehensive version of the voltages.

(Since of this post this computer shut down on me thrice)

 

[ValorZeroAdvent]

Bumping. I'm still unsure of what to do at the moment. I don't think I've registered for RMA. I think i'm screwed anyway.