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What is the optimal method for swapping out your 4 pin CPU connector?

What is the optimal method for swapping out your 4 pin CPU connector?

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Ano_snacks
Junior Member
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07-01-2021, 01:10 AM
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It's the computer I assembled in middle school around 11 years ago. Likely the wire began to emerge when I repositioned some other components and it no longer had a solid connection. These are the ground wires, so I'm not sure why they'd be carrying so much current. It's a long story, but no real answer.
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Ano_snacks
07-01-2021, 01:10 AM #11

It's the computer I assembled in middle school around 11 years ago. Likely the wire began to emerge when I repositioned some other components and it no longer had a solid connection. These are the ground wires, so I'm not sure why they'd be carrying so much current. It's a long story, but no real answer.

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Soolana
Junior Member
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07-01-2021, 01:24 AM
#12
Provide a more detailed description of the motherboard issues.
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Soolana
07-01-2021, 01:24 AM #12

Provide a more detailed description of the motherboard issues.

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anto1280
Junior Member
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07-01-2021, 08:45 AM
#13
Rosewill Power supplies were the free add along when you bought a case. Good for low end non gaming PC's or a power supply to mess with while you waited for UPS to bring you a better one.
Due to age, make and damage replace.
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anto1280
07-01-2021, 08:45 AM #13

Rosewill Power supplies were the free add along when you bought a case. Good for low end non gaming PC's or a power supply to mess with while you waited for UPS to bring you a better one.
Due to age, make and damage replace.

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Koollojoe
Posting Freak
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07-05-2021, 03:10 PM
#14
What angle are you referring to? I need more details to understand your question.
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Koollojoe
07-05-2021, 03:10 PM #14

What angle are you referring to? I need more details to understand your question.

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jaefrh
Member
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07-05-2021, 04:50 PM
#15
It's probably not likely for any new PSU to have a 4-pin connector. I've noticed some attempts at fixing this, but most recent models use 8-pin or more.
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jaefrh
07-05-2021, 04:50 PM #15

It's probably not likely for any new PSU to have a 4-pin connector. I've noticed some attempts at fixing this, but most recent models use 8-pin or more.

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SirKumsishon
Senior Member
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07-06-2021, 06:57 AM
#16
In the initial image of the motherboard, it seems the pins are compromised.
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SirKumsishon
07-06-2021, 06:57 AM #16

In the initial image of the motherboard, it seems the pins are compromised.

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asmuund
Member
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07-06-2021, 11:15 AM
#17
What are the dangers of obtaining an adapter and merely relying on hope?
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asmuund
07-06-2021, 11:15 AM #17

What are the dangers of obtaining an adapter and merely relying on hope?

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TecTom
Junior Member
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07-07-2021, 02:28 PM
#18
Explosions, a burning house, and death.
And the running and screaming...always the running and screaming.
The PSU is ruined, for several reasons.
The motherboard, perhaps.
But it IS an 11-year-old system.
What are the complete specifications of what you have?
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TecTom
07-07-2021, 02:28 PM #18

Explosions, a burning house, and death.
And the running and screaming...always the running and screaming.
The PSU is ruined, for several reasons.
The motherboard, perhaps.
But it IS an 11-year-old system.
What are the complete specifications of what you have?

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fanfaro
Member
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07-08-2021, 02:16 PM
#19
To a point you need to determine the root cause first.
If the issue lies with the power supply, replacing the ends is straightforward.
The motherboard presents a greater challenge.
The connector itself is relatively simple to obtain, but removing it requires caution—excessive heat can damage it.
You must handle the other small components carefully.
In most cases, you won’t lose much during the process.
The motherboard may already be beyond repair in its current condition.
The concern is a short circuit that could cause the connector to burn again, similar to the video card problem where the cable wasn’t fully inserted and overheated.
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fanfaro
07-08-2021, 02:16 PM #19

To a point you need to determine the root cause first.
If the issue lies with the power supply, replacing the ends is straightforward.
The motherboard presents a greater challenge.
The connector itself is relatively simple to obtain, but removing it requires caution—excessive heat can damage it.
You must handle the other small components carefully.
In most cases, you won’t lose much during the process.
The motherboard may already be beyond repair in its current condition.
The concern is a short circuit that could cause the connector to burn again, similar to the video card problem where the cable wasn’t fully inserted and overheated.

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Djefish
Member
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07-08-2021, 03:25 PM
#20
In picture #6, I notice a SATA to Molex connection merging into a 6-pin GPU power plug on the left side of the image. I'm curious about how long it has been in use and whether the additional tapping of your 12-volt system contributed to the problem with your 4-pin motherboard plug. Would you mind borrowing a power supply to test the system before you start spending money?
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Djefish
07-08-2021, 03:25 PM #20

In picture #6, I notice a SATA to Molex connection merging into a 6-pin GPU power plug on the left side of the image. I'm curious about how long it has been in use and whether the additional tapping of your 12-volt system contributed to the problem with your 4-pin motherboard plug. Would you mind borrowing a power supply to test the system before you start spending money?

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