Core Reactor 650W unusual clicks

[matpc]

Pretty sure I understood you but I can only go by the information you provide. I was trying to reassure you that most likely, your computer itself was fine and only the PSU was affected. I note you said this clicking started after you had a power outage and a significant "low voltage" event (indicated by dimmed lights). That's why I said,


I note you said,
That is NOT normal. The fact you no longer hear them is NOT normal either because hardware does not repair itself.

Therefore, my recommendations above remain the same. "IF" your PSU was clicking because you mains power is unstable and has excessive sags (and apparent brownouts), you need to get this computer (and your other sensitive electronics) on a "good" UPS with AVR. If this clicking was caused by an intermittent problem with your PSU and now it has stopped, this likely is just a temporary reprieve and you need to swap in another PSU to verify.

Once again, the biggest advantage to using a "good" UPS with AVR is the AVR (automatic voltage regulation) as that is what compensates for and protects your connected components from those destructive and potentially damaging power anomalies. Back-up power during a full outage is just a minor bonus feature.

i have to say that it always clicked while hitting the power button (open power relay ) and turning the PC off ( as well as suspending the PC )

always heard these 3 clicks regardless of surges/lapses whatever

the additional clicks i´ve heard during the lapse were with the PC being ON and in standby as well

i have to say that it always clicked while hitting the power button (open power relay ) and turning the PC off ( as well as suspending the PC )

always heard these 3 clicks regardless of surges/lapses whatever

the additional clicks i´ve heard during the lapse were with the PC being ON and in standby as well

i don´t hear anymore clicks with good power now except for the first 3