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Board Hardware
Re: ANTMINER S3 Discussion and Support Thread.
by
bennynjetz
on 22/09/2014, 21:17:49 UTC
Need help here. Anyone running multiple S3s on the same circuit, and if so, what are you powering them with? I have 6 of the new batch 8 S3's, and they are all on the same circuit. Running two pairs with a Corsair CX750M each and the other two with an EVGA bronze 1300W. Thought this would work well, and they mine perfectly, but the one outlet in the room that isn't being used for anything is warm to the touch. This obviously isn't good. I was a noob before this running two overclocked S1s with one Corsair CX750M and have apparently bit off more than I can chew.

Any help from one of you vets would be highly appreciated  Wink

Need to know what amp circuit the room is using.  A 15A circuit has a max of 1800 watts, but you should probably keep it under 1440 watts.  A 20A circuit has a max of 2400 watts, which is what I have, and they say to keep below 1920 watts, but I'm running a little over 2000 watts.  (80% of max for continuous load.)   You could have the wrong grade of wiring.  A lower grade wire will get hot, and could even cause a fire if not up to specifications.  For example, if wire that was rated for a 15A circuit was used with a 20A circuit.  Even with 2000 watts, my outlets are not hot to the touch, and barely warm.


Hey Missouri! Thanks for the input! The circuit is 15A actually. Spoke with the guru of all things electrical (my pops) and he said that the wiring  in my new house is total sh*t. **NOTE - don't assume that just because you've paid a ton for a new house that the wiring is exceptional**. Therefore, I am on the hunt for a good electrician to swing by and solve my problem for me. Adding another circuit (and possibly upgrading the current wiring) is in the cards because NOT mining is not haha. Thanks again! Cheers - \m/