F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Yes, you'll need two 8-pin CPU connectors.

Yes, you'll need two 8-pin CPU connectors.

Yes, you'll need two 8-pin CPU connectors.

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Cow_Boi
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04-21-2021, 11:41 AM
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I'm starting my first PC build and noticed I have a cable shortage for my 2x 8pin CPU power. My PSU is 850W and can handle more cables, but it wasn't mentioned. I'm wondering if I can run and play games on the PC using just one cable in the CPU power slot. I have an Intel Core i5-12600 MSI MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR4, LGA1700 and Cooler Master V850 V2 Gold PSU 850W. I plan to buy an extra cable later if needed.
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Cow_Boi
04-21-2021, 11:41 AM #1

I'm starting my first PC build and noticed I have a cable shortage for my 2x 8pin CPU power. My PSU is 850W and can handle more cables, but it wasn't mentioned. I'm wondering if I can run and play games on the PC using just one cable in the CPU power slot. I have an Intel Core i5-12600 MSI MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR4, LGA1700 and Cooler Master V850 V2 Gold PSU 850W. I plan to buy an extra cable later if needed.

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x_Salamance_x
Junior Member
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04-21-2021, 05:33 PM
#2
The second option is meant for intense overclocking, you should be okay with it.
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x_Salamance_x
04-21-2021, 05:33 PM #2

The second option is meant for intense overclocking, you should be okay with it.

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Oskar2502
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04-26-2021, 09:31 PM
#3
The PSU includes a 4+4 and an 8 pin cable for the CPU. You only need to connect both when you plan to heavily overclock the CPU.
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Oskar2502
04-26-2021, 09:31 PM #3

The PSU includes a 4+4 and an 8 pin cable for the CPU. You only need to connect both when you plan to heavily overclock the CPU.

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CloverGreen_
Member
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04-27-2021, 10:53 PM
#4
However, the 4+4 arrangement didn't work in any way...
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CloverGreen_
04-27-2021, 10:53 PM #4

However, the 4+4 arrangement didn't work in any way...

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C9TOXICMID
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05-05-2021, 03:40 PM
#5
You seem to be making a mistake.
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C9TOXICMID
05-05-2021, 03:40 PM #5

You seem to be making a mistake.

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captaindj1
Junior Member
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05-09-2021, 08:13 PM
#6
Previously I used a CM PSU and faced issues with the 4+4 connection. I ended up needing cable extensions, which made things more complicated. You can purchase it, but it's quite challenging. Alternatively, you could opt for the 8-pin version if that would be simpler.
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captaindj1
05-09-2021, 08:13 PM #6

Previously I used a CM PSU and faced issues with the 4+4 connection. I ended up needing cable extensions, which made things more complicated. You can purchase it, but it's quite challenging. Alternatively, you could opt for the 8-pin version if that would be simpler.

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hamsterdance00
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05-10-2021, 02:21 AM
#7
Notice that the 4+4 isn't identical to the 8-pin configuration.
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hamsterdance00
05-10-2021, 02:21 AM #7

Notice that the 4+4 isn't identical to the 8-pin configuration.

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Mattch88
Junior Member
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05-10-2021, 07:47 AM
#8
It doesn't fit because the bottom right corner has a different shape.
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Mattch88
05-10-2021, 07:47 AM #8

It doesn't fit because the bottom right corner has a different shape.

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negroj05
Junior Member
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05-31-2021, 10:40 PM
#9
I understand, but this will work with the 8-pin on the MB. The square shapes on the bottom left and right of the 8-pin connector will fit.
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negroj05
05-31-2021, 10:40 PM #9

I understand, but this will work with the 8-pin on the MB. The square shapes on the bottom left and right of the 8-pin connector will fit.

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_Annabelle_
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06-15-2021, 10:24 AM
#10
Yes, you can treat the 4+4 as a 8 while keeping the shapes similar.
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_Annabelle_
06-15-2021, 10:24 AM #10

Yes, you can treat the 4+4 as a 8 while keeping the shapes similar.

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