How to connect the gpu to a MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 motherboard

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Hello, I'm planning to build my first pc ever and I already have selected the components that adjust to my budget.

As of this build http://pcpartpicker.com/p/QYPgGX, I'm using the mobo in the title with a Radeon R9 380. I've been watching some tutorials on how to build a pc but none has been like a real time, step by step, uncut version of the process. Which created me a doubt (First time, don't judge please, you can call me moron though). Reading this manual for the mobo https://www.cdromland.nl/productpdf/00161825-manual.pdf I couldn't find the couple of 6 pin headers the gpu need. It is something compatible related or it's that the gpu goes directly to PSU?

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Your psu will have at least 2x 6pin pcie (should be labeled pcie or gpu) or possibly 6+2pin connectors where you just use the 6 part. Do NOT use any adapters that come with the psu. Straight connections only.

I've built pc's for years, and can do the physical part in 15-30 minutes, depending on the pc. Do not be surprised, since this is your virgin build, if it takes you 2-3 hours. Patience is a virtue when building a pc. Take your time, don't rush anything. Connectors are designed to fit only 1 way they have D and square shaped pins, make sure these line up. Brand new pins can take a little muscle to insert the first time, especially the 20+4 and 4+4, so don't be surprised at that either.
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Your psu will have at least 2x 6pin pcie (should be labeled pcie or gpu) or possibly 6+2pin connectors where you just use the 6 part. Do NOT use any adapters that come with the psu. Straight connections only.

I've built pc's for years, and can do the physical part in 15-30 minutes, depending on the pc. Do not be surprised, since this is your virgin build, if it takes you 2-3 hours. Patience is a virtue when building a pc. Take your time, don't rush anything. Connectors are designed to fit only 1 way they have D and square shaped pins, make sure these line up. Brand new pins can take a little muscle to insert the first time, especially the 20+4 and 4+4, so don't be surprised at that either.
 
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