avpkz
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EVGA 600 BRONZE 600W Power Supply:
I noticed that the power supply cord is very loose when plugged in as firmly as I can into the power jack of the power supply. I can wiggle it in all the directions which I don't think is supposed to happen. Evidently, it is very difficult to keep my computer on as any little bump on the computer case, the cord, the desk, or anything that comes in contact with the cord would turn off the computer. I temporarily taped the cord to my desk to maintain the angle of insertion. Some days I can't even turn it on as the tape wears out quickly. Otherwise, the power supply works great when it does have power!
Anyways, has anyone had problems like this? I tried plugging in spare power cord from different devices since the AC power cord is universal, but fit even looser than the provided cord from the power supply. Even I am reluctant to turn on the power supply with a different power cord as the rating of the EVGA power cord is 10A / 250W and the spare ones are 10A / 125W and I'm not sure that it would be a great idea to use anything other than manufacturer specifications, especially on power supplies.
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2016/02/08 18:02:57
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☄ Helpfulby avpkz 2016/02/08 21:08:50
It definitely shouldn't wiggle that much at all. It may be a little bit loose, but enough to shut off the pc isn't good.
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2016/02/08 20:38:00
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It may be a defect, and should be taken back to the store, or RMA'd to Evga. Moving your thread to the Warranty section for further help from the Evga Techs.
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2016/02/08 21:21:10
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Scarlet-Tech
It definitely shouldn't wiggle that much at all. It may be a little bit loose, but enough to shut off the pc isn't good.
Scarlet-Tech is absolutely right, your AC cable should fit snugly into the socket. Definitely check to see if any of the 3 pins are bent or loose, as this should not be the case, and make sure that the socket is securely attached to the chassis of the PSU. If you do see any issues, please register your PSU (if you haven't done so already) and contact us directly at support@EVGA.com or by submitting a ticket on Support > Support Ticket and we can assist you further to get this sorted out.
post edited by EVGATech_GarrettL - 2016/02/08 21:40:56
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IILoNiiKz
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2017/01/28 08:30:41
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I have the very same problem.
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2017/01/28 08:36:41
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IILoNiiKz
I have the very same problem.
Contact EVGA tech support for the country in which you reside. Are you in North America, Europe, or Asia
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2017/01/28 08:40:45
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Welcome to the Forums IILoNiiKz
Which PSU do you have ?
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2017/11/22 09:49:19
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Has this issue been resolved? I'm having a similar problem and can't find a solution to it.
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2018/03/06 10:44:37
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I bought two supply's and I have the same problem. I have to make sure my cord lays the right way or it doesn't work. And even then sometimes it turns off
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2018/03/06 10:46:57
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I guess not. And I have the same problem with two of them
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2018/03/06 11:22:33
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Hello avpkz, I do apologize for any inconveniences. I'd be happy to further assist you in this matter. Please email me directly at JamesL@evga.com with the serial number of your products. Please make sure that they are both registered to your EVGA account. Regards,
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Re: Loose AC Power Cord?
2018/08/22 21:28:55
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I'm having a similar problem and can't find a solution to it.
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