The motherboard supports 8+4 pins, while the PSU only provides an 8-pin CPU power connector.
The motherboard supports 8+4 pins, while the PSU only provides an 8-pin CPU power connector.
Hello, your question could be a bit confusing. After upgrading to an AORUS Z390 motherboard with an i9-9900K processor, you have an 8+4-pin motherboard slot but your PSU only supports an 8-pin connector. Since the CPU is turbo-clocked and not overclocked, it’s possible the issue lies in the power delivery or compatibility. You might need to use a compatible power supply with an 8-pin connector or consider a different setup. Check if the motherboard supports the required power configuration for your system.
8 Pin already handles 384W, while the 4 pin adds an extra 150W. That additional 150W isn’t really required unless you’re pushing the system to extreme overclocking. Under a multicore workload, the 9900K can draw around 200-250W, assuming my understanding is correct.
Thanks for the kind words—it really helps. I’m curious about what might cause the CPU to spin or fail to boot consistently. Could you share more details?
To decide between the three choices—disabled, profile 1, and profile 2—consider which option aligns best with your needs.
The motherboard lacks an error code display, but I notice a small red light appears in the lower-right corner during issues. I tried placing it on profile two to check if the problem persists.
The manual explains the meaning of the light clearly. Please ensure it provides guidance on what the light indicates.