Originally Posted by str
Also, is it still the case where to RMA it to Corsair involves sending it to California which I imagine would take weeks?
Yes, and the duration will be determined by how much you are willing to spend on shipping.
Try this:
1. Unhook all devices from the HX520 except for 2-3 fans.
2. Use the diagram in the attached link to "jump start" the PSU and see what happens.
http://www.gideontech.com/content/articles/196/1

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