Is the C-Link connection required for the PSU to power on? I'm trying to connect the PSU to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D12OASW/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1">this motherboard</a> and have the 20-pin ATX and the 8-pin CPU connected, but it won't power on. Is the C-Link connection required for the PSU to power on? I'm trying to connect the PSU to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D12OASW/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?i... » Read More Is the C-Link connection required for the PSU to power on? I'm trying to connect the PSU to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D12OASW/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1">this motherboard</a> and have the 20-pin ATX and the 8-pin CPU connected, but it won't power on. « Show Less
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No, C-Link is just for added PSU controll, I have installed 2 so far and not used the C-Link yet, my pc and a co-workers.
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no, it is not necessary to turn on the psu. I have not connected and mine is working.
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Nothing else should be required on the PSU side of the equation ... However, you need to have the Power and Reset switches PROPERLY plugged into the "cpanel" pin-stack at the edge of the motherboard. Unfortunately the correct connect sequence isn't always intuitive ... sometimes the connections aren't "across" the 2x2 pins, but "along" each array.
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No power cable is needed. The card gets its power from the motherboard via the PCI connector.
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If this remains an open question, you won't be able to get the stock. I've replaced my stock power supply with a Corsair CX 430W Builder Series. It needs to be ATX form factor and at least 300W. You only need four connections (hard disk, optical drive, motherboard 24-pin and CPU 4-pin) but any after-market power supply will come with a few more, just bundle them to the side away from other components.
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I'm using a 430w Corsair cx power supply with a gigabyte r9 270 (note it uses 2x 6 pin instead of just one ) and its been running normally i am even able to overclock it without hassle. I'm even thinking in adding another card to crossfire. If you think 500w is not enough (which it should depending on what type of psu it is) you should look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajiN9aVOv4A this is a high end power hungry build and it still barely even manages to get to 400w while STRESSING EVERYTHING INCLUDING CPU AND GPU TO THE MAXIMUM!! There is no need to get another psu, yet once again, i do have a 80+ bronze gpu and its rating do make it seem very reliable. I'm using a 430w Corsair cx power supply with a gigabyte r9 270 (note it uses 2x 6 pin instead of just one ) and its been running normally i am even able to overclock it without hassle. I'm even thinking in adding another card to crossfire. If you think 500w is not enough (which it should depending on what type of psu it is) you should look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajiN9aVOv4A this is a high end power hungry build and it still barely even manages to get to 400w while STRESSING EVERYTHING INCLUDING CPU AND GPU TO THE MAXIMUM!! There is no need to get another psu,... » Read More I'm using a 430w Corsair cx power supply with a gigabyte r9 270 (note it uses 2x 6 pin instead of just one ) and its been running normally i am even able to overclock it without hassle. I'm even thinking in adding another card to crossfire. If you think 500w is not enough (which it should depending on what type of psu it is) you should look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajiN9aVOv4A this is a high end power hungry build and it still barely even manages to get to 400w while STRESSING EVERYTHING INCLUDING CPU AND GPU TO THE MAXIMUM!! There is no need to get another psu, yet once again, i do have a 80+ bronze gpu and its rating do make it seem very reliable. « Show Less
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RE PSU at least 250W with a 6-pin connector cable http://www.pcworld.com/article/254346/radeon_hd_7770_review_bare_minimum_for_serious_gamers.html We use the "no name" PSU that came with our case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811156259
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Actually, if memory serves, this card does not require the additional power provided by the 6-pin connector since it only draws 65W maximum. This card replaced my olde GeForce 9800 which did require the additional power connector and would pull well over 100W when the advanced graphics was in use. (verified with a watt meter). I will check my system this weekend since I am installing a new monitor and let you know.
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It requires one 6-pin connector from the power supply. Source: I own the product and it is my current graphics card.
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It's to turn on the fan that is attached to the rack...and the fact that if you were to have a PSU hooked up to this (Via the 24 pin connector) without the On/Off switch (Which also turns on the fan) you would have no means of turning on your PSU. A PSU "Has to" be attached to something in order for it to turn on, which is why so many people think they have a broken PSU when they simply plug in the A/C adapter & nothing works. So it's kinda' two-fold. Now, if you are merely using it to "Hold" your drives, and you are powering everything from your primary PSU in your tower, then technically you don't need it. Your drives may run hot though without the fan! It's to turn on the fan that is attached to the rack...and the fact that if you were to have a PSU hooked up to this (Via the 24 pin connector) without the On/Off switch (Which also turns on the fan) you would have no means of turning on your PSU. A PSU "Has to" be attached to something in order for it to turn on, which is why so many people think they have a broken PSU when they simply plug in the A/C adapter & nothing works. So it's kinda' two-fold. Now, if you are merely using it to "Hold" your drives, and you are powering everything from your primary PSU in your... » Read More It's to turn on the fan that is attached to the rack...and the fact that if you were to have a PSU hooked up to this (Via the 24 pin connector) without the On/Off switch (Which also turns on the fan) you would have no means of turning on your PSU. A PSU "Has to" be attached to something in order for it to turn on, which is why so many people think they have a broken PSU when they simply plug in the A/C adapter & nothing works. So it's kinda' two-fold. Now, if you are merely using it to "Hold" your drives, and you are powering everything from your primary PSU in your tower, then technically you don't need it. Your drives may run hot though without the fan! « Show Less
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Motherboard on mine. I have a Asus Rampage IV Formula. But If your motherboard is short. It could easily connect to a psu.
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No worries just ensure that you motherboard has the correct port PCI-e x1 (desktops only, diagram here: http://imgsrv.worldstart.com/images/ct-images/2013/04/mb.jpg), then you simply slot the card into the port, it comes with a couple of SATA data connection cables so you only need to make sure your PSU has sata power connectors available depending on the number of drives you wish to connect (they look like this: http://sharpsblogorama.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/sata-hard-drive-power-cable-connector.jpg) . Hope this answers your question, let me know if you have any further queries or are stuck.
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If i remember correctly from when I build it, it has 1 8 pin and 1 6+2 connector..go to www.pcpartpicker.com and put all of the information in and it will tell you if everything is compatible and if you have enough power. It's what I used to buy parts for my computer and I could not be any happier.
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This does have a Six-Pin Auxiliary power connect, I'm still currently using this PSU. Just be sure to look at the 6-pin wattage requirement for the GPU.
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I've been using it for awhile now with no issues. I've not seen or found anything myself while using this power supply to suggest it isn't compatible with this core setup. Had a friend who is A+ cert as well as a MSCE cert help me pick it out for my PC. Hope this helps!
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No connection wires are necessary. You connect one power supply to the motherboard as you would normally do. Then you plug the main connector (20 or 24 pin) from the second power supply into the ADD2PSU. You plug a 4-Pin connector (MOLEX) from the first Power supply that you plugged into the motherboard into the 4 pin connector on the ADD2PSU. This is how the ADD2PSU senses that that main power supply has been switched on by the computer power switch. It then sends a signal to the second power supply to turn it on as well.
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Bear in mind, the PSU they "require" isn't about what the card needs; it's an assumption about the overall needs of computers the manufacturer figures might be needed. This card requires no power other than the PCI express lane --- that only supplies 75 watts. So this thing only needs 75 watts or less for itself.
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Yes, the CPU really has nothing to do much with buying a PSU. The main thing you need to check more so than your CPU is your motherboard, if it requires a 24 pin + 4 pin connectors or a 24 + 8 pin connectors. Either configuration should work with this PSU. If I could recommend another PSU to you, I think you should go for a Corsair CX model such as the CX600. I've owned this particular Thermaltake PSU in the past and it had a brain rattling, extremely annoying noisy fan. It also overheated on me a couple times. Don't go budget on your PSU.
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It has Ben awhile since I built my computer. As I recall my MoBo required to power connections and my Vid card required it's own connector. Power supply comes with a fist full of connectors. I had everything I needed to hook up 3 HD's, I DVD drive and I believe I have cables and sockets on the PS left over. If you have a non standard MoBo then you should send the manufacturer a query.