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05-24-2018, 02:27 AM

I just got the MSI Z390 Gaming Edge AC and began setting everything up. I noticed this motherboard has two CPU power connectors: one with an 8-pin and another with a 4-pin. Should I connect both?

Winkler1212

05-24-2018, 02:27 AM #1

I just got the MSI Z390 Gaming Edge AC and began setting everything up. I noticed this motherboard has two CPU power connectors: one with an 8-pin and another with a 4-pin. Should I connect both?

Seve_PT
Member

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05-24-2018, 03:20 AM

Only the 8-pin is required.

Seve_PT

05-24-2018, 03:20 AM #2

Only the 8-pin is required.

ColumXB
Member

209

05-25-2018, 10:39 AM

You'll need the 4-pin connector when connecting specific devices like certain audio interfaces or expansion cards.

ColumXB

05-25-2018, 10:39 AM #3

You'll need the 4-pin connector when connecting specific devices like certain audio interfaces or expansion cards.

Blacksmith1665
Junior Member

05-25-2018, 03:45 PM

Off the board you go. You’ll destroy the VRM before you require the 4-pin connector.

Blacksmith1665

05-25-2018, 03:45 PM #4

Off the board you go. You’ll destroy the VRM before you require the 4-pin connector.

stormer10199
Member

05-26-2018, 12:26 AM

Unless you're running LN2 overclocking, the 4-pin isn't necessary.

stormer10199

05-26-2018, 12:26 AM #5

Unless you're running LN2 overclocking, the 4-pin isn't necessary.