Can I use an 8 pin connectore for my 6 pin connector graphics card?

JordonJeffrey · Dec 29, 2013

I am thinking of getting a GTX 650 and I found out it needs a 6 pin connector to power it. Can I use my 8 pin connector to power it instead?

simmons33 · Dec 29, 2013

Its a 8pin and not a 6+2 Pin?

HEXiT · Dec 29, 2013

yes you can buy an 8 to 6 adapter. i dont recommend you disconnect 2 wires and cut the block down (seriously i saw a guy do this)

JordonJeffrey · Dec 29, 2013

simmons33 :

I am new to PC's and understand basic things but don't understand things about the connectors and what pins they need.

bigsmiler53 · Dec 29, 2013

What he is trying to say is, are you sure its a true 8 pin connector as some are 6 + 2 so you can use the connector as either 6 or 8 pin connectors by breaking it apart

HEXiT · Dec 29, 2013

in that case follow my advice and buy a 8 pin to 6 pin converter.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/8-pin-PCI-Express-Y-Splitter-Cable-to-8-6-2-Pin-6-Pin-Premium-Sleeved-USA-/321284914982 this is a female 8pin to male 6+2 and 6 pin adapter.

pci-e power leads come in 3 form factors. the 8 pin, the 6+2 pin and the 6 pin the 8 and 6+2 pin leads have 1 more 12v and 1 more ground than the 6 pin. which means it can offer higher voltages to the gpu.

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