Does the 24-pin cable require replacement?
Does the 24-pin cable require replacement?
Hello, the Corsair TX650w 80 Gold PSU has damaged two cables on the header, and the small metallic connectors are significantly wider now. Should an electrician repair the entire 24-pin cable or would it be better to replace the whole PSU? I've experienced this issue for five years.
The PSU needs a 7-year warranty, which could allow for a replacement if necessary. Otherwise, it's better to purchase a new PSU rather than attempting to repair the cable.
I think hiring someone to fix it probably isn't the most cost-effective decision. Perhaps invest the funds in a fresh power supply instead.
Swapping the actual connector is quite simple. The key is mastering the small tool that releases the pins from the connector. I'm not familiar with a 24-pin setup, but it uses the standard Molex pins. You'll likely find plenty of YouTube tutorials.
Given the intricacy of a 24-pin version, it might be better to replace one pin at a time with the new connector rather than removing all pins and trying to remember the connections.
I hurt my self two of the header pins because, somehow, when you connect to the mobo or a PSU tester tool, it stops after 10 seconds if you slightly move the cables of the 24-pin connector. It powered up the PSU again, but some contacts seem to be off even though I never touched it before.
For accurate guidance, we must have the full specifications of the entire system, including the make and model of every installed part.
this one is similar to a generic product
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