GPU needs 6pin and 8pin connectors and my PSU doesn't have that

[Thaf__]

My PSU is an ATX-500B Switching Power supply (500w) and my graphics card is the ASUS R9 280X 3GB with Direct CU.

The graphics card requires a 6pin and 8pin connector to work, but my PSU doesn't have those cables. It only has a 4 pin Molex cable and I am running very low on money available, so I would like to know if there is an available adapter for a 6 and 8 pin connector or a way to supply power to the graphics card...

 

[lucas_7_94]

You want to buy adapters like 'molex to 8pin' & 'molex to 6pin' but isn't recommended. your PSU is not a very good one, so maybe it will not able to handle the card because that are non trusted 500w.

 

[maxalge]

My PSU is an ATX-500B Switching Power supply (500w) and my graphics card is the ASUS R9 280X 3GB with Direct CU.

The graphics card requires a 6pin and 8pin connector to work, but my PSU doesn't have those cables. It only has a 4 pin Molex cable and I am running very low on money available, so I would like to know if there is an available adapter for a 6 and 8 pin connector or a way to supply power to the graphics card...

you need to buy a proper power supply with the cables you need


dont use adapters with poor power supplies



tier 1 or 2 power supply from this list, in 550w or better:

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

 

[bignastyid]

Your PSU is a generic fire hazard and should be replaced ASAP. Using adapters with it to power a 280x would not only be dangerous to the system but you and your house aswell.