[Airolden]

I recently purchased a Gigabyte X58A-UD3R Motherboard and I noticed there is a place on the motherboard that has 8 pins. My power supply does not have any 8 pin connectors, however it does have multiple 4 pin connectors. Two 4 pin connectors fit in it perfectly.

Anyway, my question is, is there a difference between using an 8 pin connector vs two 4 pin connectors? Should I purchase a converter to convert to an 8 pin connector using a 4 or 6 pin? Is there a difference in power?

If any of these questions could be answered it'd be very much appreciated.

Thank you!

 

[beers]

A P8 connector is simply two P4 connectors side by side.

 

[makecoldplayhistory]

Quote:

Originally Posted by beers A P8 connector is simply two P4 connectors side by side.

 

[SpookedJunglist]

Also PCIE connectors are keyed differently and will not fit in so it sounds like your PSU is good to go!

 

[jfiaff]

4 + 4 = 8?

what is this?

 

[Airolden]

Quote:

Originally Posted by beers A P8 connector is simply two P4 connectors side by side.

Thank you.

I figured as much.