Power Surge on Computer, Power Supply Makes funny noise, PC doesn't turn on

[thisnthat]

I have an intel pc, I don't think the specifics are not that important so I will not divulge into them. This is more of a power supply question since I have narrowed it down to this problem area.

The electricity went out while the computer was running, now I turn it on and the power supply makes this little noises like its trying to turn on but can't, its like revving up your engine but it just won't start.. This type of sound except on a smaller scale than a car. That's pretty much it it makes these noises while i try to power it on and the computer never boots up.

The power supply information is as follows verbatim from the power supply box:
SPI - Sparkle Power Int'l LTD
Switch Power Supply
Model No. FSP200-50SNV
AC Input: 115/230V~, 613A, 60/50Hz
Max Output Power: 200W

The plate that encapsulates the power supply says to NOT remove this cover and try to service the inside of the power supply, it says that the inside yields not servicable parts. I doubt this. All I really want to do is fix my power supply, how would you recommend I fix my current one, or how can I identify for sure that the problem is from my power supply if I want to replace it with the same model that they sell online for about $40?

Be as technical as you want in your response, Thanks for reading.

[l337_GuY]

Well a PSU is what it is, And actually does not have anything serviceable. It is just full of transistors, capacitors etc (Which are like very hard to find replacements for, since you need specifics).

What happens when you try to turn the PC on? Does it actually come on or anything?

[thisnthat]

Thanks for the reply.
Nothing happens on the monitor, there is just a repetitive noise coming from the power supply box, that's it. The PC never boots up, I've taken out the HDD from the pc and put it in another PC and I can access the files, so the HDD appears to be fine.

If all I can do is replace the power supply box, is there a cheaper alternative box I can get that should work fine to replace my current one? I gave you my information on the power supply box in the above post.

[l337_GuY]

Checkout newegg if you are after just a cheap replacement. Just a 200W whatever if you can find one.

Usually I would be recommending a decent brand PSU, Because cheap ones never last. But since it sounds like an old PC, I don't think it would matter.

[thisnthat]

its just 3 years old intel make, what are the "decent brand" PSU manufacturers?

[thisnthat]

I found these two sparkle power supply units at newegg:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...TabStoreType=0

Both are 250 watt, will that be okay as a replacement?


Here are some more stats/info on my current power supply:
http://www.sparklepower.com/pdf/FSP200-50SNV.pdf

What would be the best deal on a replacement for this?



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Input Characteristics
Input Range: 95~132/190~264V AC, Manual selection
Frequency: 47~63Hz
Input Current: 7A (RMS) @115V AC, 4A (RMS) @230V AC
Inrush Current: 40A Max for 115V AC Cold start
Specification
• • • • • • • • • •
Temperature Range: Operating 0° C ~ +25° C on full load; storage & shipping -20° C ~ +65° C
Humidity: 90% on operating and 95% on storage
Dielectric Withstand: Input to frame ground 1800V AC for 1 second
Efficiency: 65% at minimum measured at nominal AC main voltage and frequency with maximum load on all output
Rise Time: Less than 20ms on all output
Hold-up Time: 16.6ms minimum at115V/60hz; 20ms minimum at 230/50Hz input voltage
Power Good Signal: Power on delay time 100 ms to 500 ms, off delay 1ms minimum (TTL and CMOS compatible)
Leakage Current: Not exceed 3.5mA
MTBF: 100,000 hours on maximum load at +25° C degree
Dimension (WxHxL): 100x63.5x125mm/3.9”x2.5”x5” inches
Output Characteristics
Output Voltage Minimum Load Maximum Load Load
Reg. Line
Reg. Ripple & Noise +3.3V 0.5A 11.5/16.7A ± 5% ± 1% 50mV P-P +5V 1.0A 16/12.6A ± 5% ± 1% 50mV P-P +12V 2.0A 10A ± 5% ± 1% 120mV P-P -12V 0.0A 0.5A ± 10% ± 2% 120mV P-P +5Vsb 0.1A 2.0 A ± 5% ± 1% 50mV P-P
*+5V and +3.3V total output not exceed 118W
*+3.3V, +5V, and +12V total output cannot exceed 182.5W
*When +3.3V is load on 16.7A, the +5V maximum load is 12.6A
*When +3.3V is load on 11.5A, the +5V maximum load is 16A
Features
• • • • • • • • • • •
Complied with SFX and SFX12V standard
High efficiency and reliability
Remote On/Off function
Internal 12V DC fan included
Noise Killer (Thermal fan speed control function)
Low noise and ripple
Complies with FCC part 15 subpart J Class B and CISPR 22 Class B
Output over voltage, short circuit, and over current protection
100% Hi-pot, ATE, and burn-in tested
Re-settable power shut down
Approved by UL 1950, CSA C22.2 Level 3, TUV EN60950, NEMKO (CB Report)
FSP200-50SNV
200 Watts SFX12V Switching Power Supply
Sparkle Power Inc.
A Leading Power Supply manufacturer
Web site: www.sparklepower.co

[l337_GuY]

Yeah either would do.

Sparkle is a decent brand so your all good.