GPU requires 6-pin and 8-pin connectors... only 8 pins available.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop GPU requires 6-pin and 8-pin connectors... only 8 pins available.

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Athame_
Senior Member

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02-22-2016, 07:57 PM

Hi there, I'm just assembling a basic PC from salvaged parts for someone. You have an old MSI 970 Gaming, which is still functional but might need some adjustments. It has both 8 and 6 pin power connectors, and I initially thought it was a simple choice, but upon closer inspection, it actually requires both types. The new PSU I found only supports 6+2 connectors, which isn't ideal. Since it's an older model but still reliable, I'm considering upgrading to a newer PSU that matches the 6 pin setup. I have spare Molex and SATA cables, and according to the original manual, the 970 Gaming came with an adapter for Molex to 6 pin. I might look into that option and see what others recommend. I'm not a big fan of Molex adapters, but maybe a SATA version could work. I'll go with what experts suggest and see if it fits. Cheers, Phil.

Athame_

02-22-2016, 07:57 PM #1

noah1277
Junior Member

02-23-2016, 02:23 AM

Choose an adapter that fits Molex or SATA, as SATA isn't built for high current. The real issue is PSU replacement time.

noah1277

02-23-2016, 02:23 AM #2

Choose an adapter that fits Molex or SATA, as SATA isn't built for high current. The real issue is PSU replacement time.

KadirReis
Member

108

02-23-2016, 09:03 AM

The 970 uses a 1 molex adaptor, which is quite basic—each port is an 8-pin card. This adapter should fix the issue; if you're worried, try updating to gpu-z for more detailed power usage info from the GPU ports.

KadirReis

02-23-2016, 09:03 AM #3

jaquza0502
Junior Member

02-28-2016, 10:46 AM

I'm using a standard power supply.

jaquza0502

02-28-2016, 10:46 AM #4

I'm using a standard power supply.

HiPerGomas
Junior Member

03-05-2016, 10:31 AM

It seems the 970 model is outdated for handling per-input details.

HiPerGomas

03-05-2016, 10:31 AM #5

It seems the 970 model is outdated for handling per-input details.

DarckMoule
Member

160

03-06-2016, 04:23 PM

I recently used GPU-Z on my testing setup, which has a 970 installed, to obtain that data.

DarckMoule

03-06-2016, 04:23 PM #6

I recently used GPU-Z on my testing setup, which has a 970 installed, to obtain that data.

hampus_1
Member

03-06-2016, 11:45 PM

Absolutely, that's likely what was included from Kepler.

hampus_1

03-06-2016, 11:45 PM #7

Absolutely, that's likely what was included from Kepler.

UnDeaD13
Junior Member

03-14-2016, 12:34 AM

I have the log attached, if anyone cares to see it. One is ODS, and the other is text, but the data is the same. GPU-Z Sensor Log.ods GPU-Z Sensor Log.txt

UnDeaD13

03-14-2016, 12:34 AM #8

I have the log attached, if anyone cares to see it. One is ODS, and the other is text, but the data is the same. GPU-Z Sensor Log.ods GPU-Z Sensor Log.txt

331ms
Member

03-14-2016, 04:19 AM

It's an older EVGA model. The text is unclear, but I'll attempt to clarify. Are you looking for advice on a Molex adapter or need help identifying the issue?

331ms

03-14-2016, 04:19 AM #9

It's an older EVGA model. The text is unclear, but I'll attempt to clarify. Are you looking for advice on a Molex adapter or need help identifying the issue?

VinylGuarder
Member

153

03-15-2016, 04:46 AM

#10

Would this work? It seems confusing why there are two options.

VinylGuarder

03-15-2016, 04:46 AM #10

Would this work? It seems confusing why there are two options.

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