{"id":55968,"date":"2025-05-22T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=55968"},"modified":"2025-05-08T08:25:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T07:25:48","slug":"how-to-replace-a-psu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-replace-a-psu\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Replace a PSU"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recently purchased a shiny new PSU upgrade but don\u2019t know how to install it? If so, this is the blog post for you as we\u2019ve detailed step-by-step how to replace your power supply.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55969\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/How-to-Replace-PSU.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Should I Replace My PSU?\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two main reasons why you may need to replace your power supply. This includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ve replaced one or more components that require more power\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The PSU itself has become faulty or damaged causing a negative impact on your performance.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Tell If You Need a New PSU<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A faulty PSU will typically show the same signs. This ranges from unexpected shutdowns, not turning on altogether, unwanted crashing or freezing, and taking longer for your PC to start up and shut down.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54569\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--850x478.png 850w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PSU-Blank-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter-.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All these things point to your PSU being defective and if you are experiencing any of these things, we recommend you test your power supply to see if it\u2019s functioning correctly. If it\u2019s not \u2013 it&#8217;s time for a replacement!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t know how to test your power supply? We\u2019ve broken down everything you need to know in our handy guide.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-test-your-psu\/\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53243\" style=\"width:200px\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Test-a-PSU.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Replace PSU &#8211; A Step-By-Step Guide<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Replacing your PSU is simple. Before you do <em>anything, <\/em>ensure that your PC is switched off at the back and unplugged from any mains source.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to start by removing your existing power supply. Unscrew the screws on your casing and open the back panel on your chassis. Carefully disconnect the power cables from your motherboard, SSDs, HDDs, and graphics card by gently pushing down on the small hooks attached to each plug.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Top Tip for Beginners<\/strong> \u2013<strong> if you don\u2019t know which cables go where take a photo on your smartphone before you start unplugging so you can refer back to this later on!\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After this, you can begin installing your new power supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process is virtually the same but done in reverse order. Carefully tightly screw in your power supply within your case and connect it to your motherboard and other components, making sure you attach the correct cables in the right sockets. You may also want to do some on-the-go cable management here to help avoid any unnecessary cable clutter at the back of your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The Art of Cable Management\" class=\"wp-image-36243\" style=\"width:200px\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Art-of-Cable-Management.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t know how to successfully cable manage your PC? Take a look at our top tips!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/the-art-of-cable-management-tips-for-a-clean-gaming-pc-set-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After this, plug your PC back into the mains and flip the power switch on the back to on. Test your new PSU is working by turning your computer on. If it does, you can go ahead and screw your case\u2019s back panel on. If it doesn\u2019t, you may need to do some additional testing such as checking the connectors are plugged in correctly and that there\u2019s no damage to the cables.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>On the Hunt for an Upgrade?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you suspect your PSU is faulty and you need a replacement, you can find everything you need at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Overclockers UK<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp; We stock a premium range of power supplies, sporting different wattages, form factors, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/power-supply-units-made-easy-explaining-80-plus-ratings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">80 PLUS certificates<\/a>, meaning you are sure to find the exact PSU for your set-up.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve got two of our top picks highlighted below, but you can also browse our entire selection by clicking the button below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/pc-components\/pc-power-supplies\">Shop Power Supplies<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">new<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.overclockers.co.uk\/images\/POW-PHK-02519\/fd7d853c6eb762b123596cbb5cccdb53.jpg\" alt=\"Phanteks AMP GH 850W ATX 3.1 PCIe 5.1 80 Plus Gold Modular Power Supply\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>Phanteks AMP GH 850W ATX 3.1 PCIe 5.1 80 Plus Gold Modular Power Supply<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">POW-PHK-02519<\/p><p class=\"rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 <span>(5)<\/span><\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"odd-price\"> \u00a3104.99<\/span> <span class=\"main-price\">\u00a3 99.95<\/span><\/p><span class=\"discount-percent\">-4.8%<\/span><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. VAT)<\/p><p class=\"free-shipping\">FREE SHIPPING<\/p><p class=\"instock  in-stock\">in stock<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/phanteks-amp-gh-850w-80plus-gold-atx-power-supply-modular-black-pow-phk-02519.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-link btn btn-primary\">ADD TO BASKET<\/a><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">new<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.overclockers.co.uk\/images\/POW-LIA-02360\/1b519496410d4aa7f92fd7576ad305e7.jpg\" alt=\"Lian Li EDGE 1000W ATX 3.1 PCIe 5.1 80 Plus Platinum Modular Power Supply\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>Lian Li EDGE 1000W ATX 3.1 PCIe 5.1 80 Plus Platinum Modular Power Supply<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">POW-LIA-02360<\/p><p class=\"rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 <span>(5)<\/span><\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"main-price\"> \u00a3159.95<\/span><\/p><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. VAT)<\/p><p class=\"free-shipping\">FREE SHIPPING<\/p><p class=\"instock  in-stock\">in stock<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/lian-li-edge-1000w-80-plus-platinum-power-supply-black-pow-lia-02360.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-link btn btn-primary\">ADD TO BASKET<\/a><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About Your Power Supply<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/your-guide-to-psus\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Your Guide to PSUs\" class=\"wp-image-42234\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Guide-to-PSUs.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/power-supply-form-factors-explained-everything-you-need-to-know\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-300x300.png\" alt=\"Power Supply Form Factors Explained - Everything You Need to Know!\" class=\"wp-image-28621\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors-580x580.png 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/psu-form-factors.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-all-the-psu-connectors\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-300x300.png\" alt=\"How to Tell the Difference Between all the PSU Connectors\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-36656\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/psu-connectors-square.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Share Your Top Tips!<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you have any top tips on how to successfully replace a PSU? 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