F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Hi, your motherboard supports both an 8-pin and a 4-pin CPU connector, while your PSU comes with an 8-pin cable.

Hi, your motherboard supports both an 8-pin and a 4-pin CPU connector, while your PSU comes with an 8-pin cable.

Hi, your motherboard supports both an 8-pin and a 4-pin CPU connector, while your PSU comes with an 8-pin cable.

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DannyMessi10
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05-24-2023, 04:00 AM
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Your motherboard uses both an 8-pin and a 4-pin CPU connector. Your PSU comes with an 8-pin cable, but it only has 8 pins. You can use a different cable that matches your motherboard’s pin configuration, such as a 4-pin cable if your system supports it. Just ensure the pin count matches for proper connection. Thank you!
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DannyMessi10
05-24-2023, 04:00 AM #1

Your motherboard uses both an 8-pin and a 4-pin CPU connector. Your PSU comes with an 8-pin cable, but it only has 8 pins. You can use a different cable that matches your motherboard’s pin configuration, such as a 4-pin cable if your system supports it. Just ensure the pin count matches for proper connection. Thank you!

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CrazyBessyCat
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05-25-2023, 12:14 PM
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It's completely okay to run your CPU using a 1x8 pin and achieve good performance.
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CrazyBessyCat
05-25-2023, 12:14 PM #2

It's completely okay to run your CPU using a 1x8 pin and achieve good performance.

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OnlyGucci
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05-25-2023, 01:03 PM
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Skip using the 4-pin connector unless your CPU is consuming over 400 watts. Under normal conditions, only a threadripper can handle that level of power draw.
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OnlyGucci
05-25-2023, 01:03 PM #3

Skip using the 4-pin connector unless your CPU is consuming over 400 watts. Under normal conditions, only a threadripper can handle that level of power draw.

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legoguy283
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05-25-2023, 09:19 PM
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You can try a different connector, but check compatibility to ensure safety and proper function.
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legoguy283
05-25-2023, 09:19 PM #4

You can try a different connector, but check compatibility to ensure safety and proper function.

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Goddesss
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05-26-2023, 10:49 PM
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Avoid using cables that weren't included with the original power supply. These aren't compatible. Works best with an 8-pin connector only. Consider upgrading to a better PSU later.
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Goddesss
05-26-2023, 10:49 PM #5

Avoid using cables that weren't included with the original power supply. These aren't compatible. Works best with an 8-pin connector only. Consider upgrading to a better PSU later.

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ByrRoZz
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05-27-2023, 02:36 AM
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You can safely use any additional cable that came with your power supply without causing harm. However, it won’t provide any benefit either. I wouldn’t bother installing a new one unless it’s specifically designed for another EPS 4+4 pin setup. Avoid connecting anything else unless you’re certain of the pin configuration.
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ByrRoZz
05-27-2023, 02:36 AM #6

You can safely use any additional cable that came with your power supply without causing harm. However, it won’t provide any benefit either. I wouldn’t bother installing a new one unless it’s specifically designed for another EPS 4+4 pin setup. Avoid connecting anything else unless you’re certain of the pin configuration.

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DangoBravo
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05-29-2023, 02:21 AM
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I don't have a power supply unit. Could you clarify which one you're asking about?
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DangoBravo
05-29-2023, 02:21 AM #7

I don't have a power supply unit. Could you clarify which one you're asking about?

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