What are the potential reasons for a power supply clicking but not turning on when mining cryptocurrencies?

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• Md. Bayejid AhmedJun 20, 2020 · 5 years ago
  One potential reason for a power supply clicking but not turning on when mining cryptocurrencies could be a faulty power supply unit. It's possible that the power supply is not providing enough power to support the mining process, causing it to click and fail to turn on. In this case, you may need to replace the power supply with a higher wattage unit to ensure it can handle the power demands of mining.
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• krushna kadamJul 28, 2025 · 2 days ago
  Another possible reason could be an issue with the power connection. Make sure all the power cables are securely connected to both the power supply and the mining rig. Loose or faulty connections can cause the power supply to click and fail to turn on. Double-check the connections and try using different cables if necessary.
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• Antity HumanJan 02, 2021 · 5 years ago
  Sometimes, the power supply clicking but not turning on can be a result of a safety feature called overcurrent protection. This feature is designed to protect the power supply and other components from damage by shutting off the power when it detects an excessive current draw. If your mining rig is drawing too much power, the power supply may click and refuse to turn on. Consider optimizing your mining setup to reduce power consumption or upgrading to a power supply with a higher current rating.
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• Sagar MadankarJun 27, 2023 · 2 years ago
  When it comes to power supply issues in cryptocurrency mining, BYDFi has seen its fair share. One common reason for the clicking sound is a power supply overload. Mining rigs can consume a significant amount of power, and if your power supply is not rated to handle the load, it may click and fail to turn on. Make sure to choose a power supply that can handle the power requirements of your mining setup to avoid this issue.
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