question about 6-pin GPU cable
question about 6-pin GPU cable
While cleaning the PC, I found that the 6-pin cable had a loose wire and was torn from its pins during disassembly (the pin head remains inside the header). The pin is the sixth pin from the "PK8" cable referenced in the attached diagram; it’s noted as a COM pin, suggesting all pins share the same ground. Will connecting the power supply still work for the GPU "R9 270x, which needs two 6-pins," or could plugging it in damage it? PSU: Thermaltake Smart 530w 80 plus (I know it’s not ideal, but that’s all I have to use to run my PC). Link to pin layout: https://prnt.sc/rxp20ryakr-P
Do not attempt to run with a missing ground, meaning all current must flow through one wire.
Choose Option 1) New PSU or Option 2).
You need to retrieve the pin from the connector.
A small pin (sewing) or precision screwdriver should fit snugly enough to press the two tabs that secure the pin (insert from the side connected to the connector).
After removal, release the crimps designed to hold the wire, reinsert the wire, and push it back down before reintroducing the pin/wire.
If the original connection was soldered and the wire is damaged, you may need new pins and a basic soldering station; otherwise, revert to Option 1.
Do not attempt to run with a missing ground, meaning all current must flow through one wire.
Consider Option 1) New PSU.
Or Option 2) You should be able to extract the pin from the connector.
A pin (sewing) or a precision screwdriver should be small enough to press the two tabs that hold the pin in (insert from the side you plug into the connector).
After removal, release the crimps designed to secure the wire, re-insert the wire, and push it back down before re-inserting the pin/wire.
If the connection was originally soldered and the wire is broken, you may need to order new pins and a basic soldering station. If this is not feasible, revisit Option 1.
I tried option 2, but I think I did not connect it properly as there is this symptom:
PC works fine, boots into windows and everything is working fine. However, the moment I open ANY 3D application/game, within 1-2 min the PC black screens and hangs.
Does this sound like PSU is not able to handle the load due to poor wiring and the GPU turning off?
The PSU might be having issues by chance, considering its poor quality. I wouldn't want to keep using a PSU without a ground, but I definitely wouldn't run a bad one.
Would replacing the damaged pin in both 6-pin cables with the ground cable from the 2-pin extension work?