Can't fit MSI AMD R9 380 4gb into motherboard/case

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Gmann2

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My motherboard is F2A85-M PRO and I've tried the plug it in but it doesn't go all the way into the pci slot. And whats the difference between pci 3 and 2? My MB is PCI 2.0.

I don't know what make my PC case is but it seems the metal bracket on the graphics card is too big? And I've got no 6 pin plugs to go into the card from my 600W Artic PSU. Or any spare 4 pin plugs for an adapter cable to 6 pin plug.

Do you suggest a new case and PSU? And what type of case?

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Kevern_11

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PCI 2.0 and 3.0 are basically the same exact thing. It takes a bit of force to get it into the slot. If your psu has no cables for it then you need a new PSU obviously. I don't know exactly what you mean by metal bracket either.
 
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firefoxx04

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I suggest a new PSU for sure. Any 600W psu that does not have a 6pin PCIe connector is not a PSU worth having. Very low quality.

PCIe2 and 3 are 100% identical from a dimension standpoint. the only difference is in the circuitry / protocols used to gain more bandwidth (in a nut shell)

Lastly, make sure you have motherboard standoff screws installed (between the case and motherboard). If you dont, the PC shouldnt run (grounds out) but sometimes it still works.. it has happened to me. That will certainly mess with the fitment.
 
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