24 Pin Psu motherboard cable won't go into the plug all the way.

[mark1212]

The 24 pin PSU cable for my Corsair CX600W PSU won't fit in my motherboard plug all the way. There is still a couple of mm left that won't completely go in and the latch isn't clipping into it as it it is supposed to. I've been putting a pretty big amount of pressure trying to put it in but hasn't been working. Thanks. My motherboard is MSI H87-G43 by the way.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

This is a common issue with the CX500 and CX600.

 

[i7Baby]

You need to support the motherboard while pushing in to prevent damage.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

This is the 5th time I've come across this issue , 3 had to send the supply back.

 

[i7Baby]

Ooo - plus capacitors. Gotta warn people away from CX

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Exactly.

 

[i7Baby]

So - OP - don't push too hard! Think about a psu rma.

 

[hujs]

1. Check if you're putting it in right side. ( clip clip side)
2.If it still doesn't fit then separate 4 pin connector and just install 4pin at its right spot. If it fits perfectly check for the bent pins on motherboard or bent connector slots on cable.
3.Compare sizes of 4 with 20 pin connector of psu.
4.If sizes are same Many times people think they are applying enough force and applying bit more will damage the motherboard.It wont break the motherboard just apply more force and don't forget to support the motherboard from the back with your hand and it will fit in perfectly.

I had similar problem with my Corsair CS 650m I though I was applying too much force and it will break if I put in more force to fill that last 1/2mm gap.
But I took my computer to technician.He was able put 24pin connecter 3 times but with much more force
and it works fine.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Don't keep resurrecting old threads with the info look for current ones.

 

[hujs]

It was for the people who would google the problem before making new threads.