i7 930 abnormal current draw causing shutdowns (no OC)

[MKjel]

Hello fellow Intel users,

Recently, my computer have been acting abnormal with random shutdowns, ecspecially when entering a game. I tried to think of what the problem could be and came to the conclusion that it couldn't be a driver problem, but a hardware problem. As the computer only shuts down when entering a game, it could either be a high temperature failure or power supply failure. I have the Asus Rampage III Extreme motherboard, thus I can monitor the temperatures and the current/voltage draws from the laptop via 'Asus Rog'. I found out that the temperatures was normal (<55 degree celsius) but the cpu-current draw just before entering a game peaks at 53 A and then shuts down. It's idling at ~ 11 A and have spikes which peaks at ~27 A in Windows.

Maybe my Corsair HX620W power supply is getting old? it's about 3,5 years old.

Anyone who might know what's causing the problem?

Thanks and regards, Mads Kjeldsen.

[Adolfo_S_Intel2]

The behavior that you are describing could be caused by many things, however the easiest way to determine if the processor is the cause is by testing the processor on a different known working and compatible motherboard.

If you do not have a spare motherboard to test with, you can test it on a friend's motherboard or by taking the processor to a local computer store to be tested.

[MKjel]

Thank you for the reply,

My friend have a motherboard, which socket fits my processor. I've also thought about changing the power supply to see if it is that, which cause the problem.

But maybe i should try the processor on another motherboard, as it is much easier handle.

[idata]

Hello, I have a similar problem.

my equipment

Asus Rampage III extreameCPU i7-930 2.8GHz (stock)Corsair 1000W Silent Pro Gold3X4 Corsair 2000MHz memory vengeagestandard coolerTthermal artic grease MX4Room temp about 20 ° C to 26 ° C (night - day)

Even outside the bios in case the temperature starts at 45 ° C without load.

I researched and found several similar cases without a clear answer.

Can u help me ?