Corsair Video FAQ: How to test a Corsair power supply

Jeff Checchi shows you how to test a Corsair power supply without installing it in a system. For more information about our power supplies, visit www.corsair.com

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[mindhaze]

I just did that and smoke came out of it. Fuck. 

[mkiv15]

touch the paperclip to die?

[MrGrandDragon]

The problem is this test only simulates low load. The moment you plug the 24pin in to the motherboard the PSU will be under more load.

I tried this with my defected AX series and it worked fine, but the moment I connected it back into my system the power LED turned on for a few seconds and then died out...

I bought a new PSU and everything is fine...

[MrGrandDragon]

@CreatureUK

Yep, you need to use the 3rd and 4th hole (on the right) from the missing connector in the bottom row.

[][][][]o[][][][black wire][green wire][][][]

I hope this helps!

If not simply type in "How-to Test Your Corsair Power Supply" in google and follow the blog where it will show you how to do it. :)

[galaxiesaver]

@mkiv15 haha yeah . thats the first thought, but the current is so low you dont feel anything (no i dont mean a fast death). it doesnt give you even a small shock whatsoever. its very safe id say

[CreatureUK]

My psu is an AX850 and all the cables are black, anyone know how can make out which is the green wire and which one is the correct black?

[itouchhacker241]

@mkiv15 paperclip only has a low voltage running through it

[TheOldalf]

after you done that try touching the paper thingy that u used, if you get shocked, don't blame me

[dmxdex]

would a staple work?

[JaiLaAus]

Just tried this on my Viper 1000w psu and it worked great. Was able to power up all my case fans and fan controller. Thank you!