Wire exited a 24-pin connector
Wire exited a 24-pin connector
I was upgrading my computer and had to take out the 24-pin connector. While installing, I noticed a wire protruding from the connector and a missing pin in the hole meant for the wire. Should I try connecting it and see if it works or replace the power supply entirely. Here’s a photo of the issue.
As noted, do not connect it yet. Do you still possess the pin? You might be able to repair it. If not, you can obtain replacement pins—they simply push in and secure. The pin would usually indicate whether the issue was with that specific pin (likely defective, missing one of the locking tabs because it was removed). Refer to this Amazon example. This is just the initial random result I retrieved. You can acquire pins independently. In the images you’ll notice the locking tabs on the pins. Those tiny fingers hold the pin in place within the 24-pin connector. Just crimp the new pin onto it and push it in (in the proper direction). Ensure a secure connection to the wire; if you need to rewire, make sure it’s tight. If the wire is damaged, remove the pin—using a de-pinning tool will simplify the process.
I found the correct pin for the wire, which is pin 20. My search shows that pin 20 is typically omitted. On another broken power supply I have pin 20 missing and no wire connected. Why would there be a wire on this unit? Should I pin it up or keep it as-is with just the wire in the hole?
Other pins include wires, but one pin stands out with two wires. From what I recall, it was pin 11. Is it possible that a wire comes from another pin with two connections? The PSU is a DeepCool PKD750, and I don’t see any details about the wiring for the 24-pin cable.