No and no.I wanted to know is it okay to use 6pin to 8pin converter or molex to 8pin converter?
No and no.I wanted to know is it okay to use 6pin to 8pin converter or molex to 8pin converter?
I have an PSU which has a extra 6 pin connector but I wanted to buy another motherboard which requires a 8 pin connector, so I wanted to should I use converter?No and no.
Adapters are almost never a good idea. If the PSU does not have the required connections and available power, you need a new PSU.
What are you trying to power, and with what power supply?
Details, please.I have an PSU which has a extra 6 pin connector but I wanted to buy another motherboard which requires a 8 pin connector, so I wanted to should I use converter?
I accidently posted it on Storage section, though I taped on motherboard section😑Storage devices don't need either of them. I'm saying that since the thread has been posted in the Storage section. Also, if you're trying to use an adapter to power a device, your PSU is very likely not fit for the job.
I was planning to buyDetails, please.
Make/model of everything.
"everything" includes the power supply in question.I was planning to buy
Ryzen 5 3400g
Mobo gigabyte b450 m h
8x2 3200 ram
Yes, I have an old 500 psu, So that's why I wanted to know should I get a new psu? Or should I use old one"everything" includes the power supply in question.
Yes, you need a new PSU.Yes, I have an old 500 psu, So that's why I wanted to know should I get a new psu.