ApolloX Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 My DFI UT LanParty Expert motherboard has been great ever since I got it but I noticed when I first plug power into the box, I have to wait 10-20 seconds before I can push the power button. If I push power before that time, the motherboard and all the fans/components will light up for about a second as if it was starting, then shut off. If I do this perpetually it will start up on about the 3rd-4th time. I've tried disconnecting some extra components like DVD/floppy to see if this might be an under-power issue with the PSU, but I don't think it is. It's literally feels like starting a car, you have to turn the key 3 times before it goes. Keep in mind this only happens if the machine is unplugged. Having been plugged in, I can shut the computer off and restart instantly. Other than that the system is 100% stable with 0 problems. Anyone encounter this before? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakin_hollan Posted August 16, 2006 Posted August 16, 2006 Well, Your PSU is on the list of "PSU Brands to Avoid!"... Could mean anything, but I don't think it'll get any better? Greetz! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 Get a proper PSU to resolve your issue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApolloX Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 Ummm, well I could try that I'd rather not waste the money. I'm running a 550W well under spec and since I'm not seeing any other problems, I'm not in agreement. Besides, that list was pretty generic listing dozens of companies as 'invalid'. What I was more looking to find out if anyone has seen this behavior before? That pushing the power button causes the computer fans/lights to start for about a second but not fully start. Has anyone experienced this before? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 I had that with an Aspire 420 watt with an different rig. Just before it kicked it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
axy1985 Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 my system also has a similar thing, but it's not a 10-20 sec thing. it's perhaps 3 secs. if i unplug th thing from the wall for a moment, and reconnect, i can't immediately fire it up. i press the power button but nothing happens, as if the thing was still unplugged. i i wait 2-3 secs after plugging it back, then it of course starts up just fine. weird really. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApolloX Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 my system also has a similar thing, but it's not a 10-20 sec thing. it's perhaps 3 secs. if i unplug th thing from the wall for a moment, and reconnect, i can't immediately fire it up. i press the power button but nothing happens, as if the thing was still unplugged. i i wait 2-3 secs after plugging it back, then it of course starts up just fine. weird really. That sounds identical to what I have, about 3 seconds give or take. What power supply are you running since everyone was asking about my PSU? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcbooter Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 isn't this because the board has a pretty high requirement for the 5v standby and some PSU's just cant put enough out for the standby voltage so it has some boot issues....but i wouldn't recommend that psu.. but as we all know money doesnt grow on trees meh... I have a 520W power stream you could buy if you are interested.just PM me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BFG Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 I had that with an Aspire 420 watt with an different rig. Just before it kicked it.OMG LOL I just bought an aspire x-qpack and the 420 watt psu is doing that to me too. I can't upgrade it right now, but thats going to be the first thing to go. Notee:Its not a dfi board in there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Timmay Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 Ummm, well I could try that I'd rather not waste the money. Waste of money? It is THEEE most important item in your system TBH. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimTjik Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 Ummm, well I could try that I'd rather not waste the money. I'm running a 550W well under spec and since I'm not seeing any other problems, I'm not in agreement. Besides, that list was pretty generic listing dozens of companies as 'invalid'. What I was more looking to find out if anyone has seen this behavior before?... I would advice you to trust that list. It's based on pure experience and on real life testing; not on hearsay. I'm not an expert in this field, but I do appreciate the need for a good power supply, mainly because I've had an interest in stereo equipments for a long time and therefore I know for certain that a clean and stable stream of electricity do wonders. Whether components fed with the electricity work within a computer case or stereo equipment doesn't matter, the quality of electricity will still have a crucial impact. The reference to the list wasn't made to make you feel bad, but out of concern. Search for the sticky here about Antec working hard to get a PSU fully compatible with DFI boards; Antec is a good brand and they realize that a good working PSU for these boards doesn't happen without some effort. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BFG Posted August 17, 2006 Posted August 17, 2006 I can pretty much guarantee you that its your psu. My el-cheapo power supply in my Lan rig is like that. Its running the system fine ATM but i don't really trust it. I am mos def going to keep my eye on this thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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