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PSU Paper Clip Test.md

This test can help identify the following issues:

  • Internal short circuits
  • Failed components
  • Power connected to PSU

What this test cannot identify:

  • Voltage fluctuations
  • Overheating
  • Power Output (failing power rails)
  • Issues with capacity

To perform the jumper test:

  • Turn the rocker switch on the back of the PSU to the off position ("O" pressed in)
  • If you have the EVGA Detection Tool, attach it to the end of the 24 pin connector (shown right).
  • Otherwise use a bare metal paperclip, or a wire, to connect the green pin (PS_ON) shown here to any of the black pins (COM or GND):

Mother Board Power Pins

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