5h ago
inMy RGB setup was causing random shutdowns until I realized the power draw was exceeding my PSU's 12V rail capacity
Notice how this debate keeps popping up in every PC building forum? It reflects a bigger issue where people prioritize visible aesthetics over system stability, often ignoring critical components like the power supply. As craig.pat mentioned, testing under load with a multimeter exposes the truth, but how many builders actually take that step? We're in an era where flashy RGB distracts from the fundamentals, leading to the same preventable failures. Isn't it ironic that we spend hundreds on lighting but cheap out on the part that keeps everything running? This pattern repeats because we're sold on the sizzle, not the steak, and it's time to shift focus back to engineering.