Gtx 285

[peter2004]

i have a question i am going to upgrade from a 9800gtx+ superclocked to the gtx 285, now my power supply has only 1 pci express power cord and the card comes with 2x6 pin Power Connectors can i use the one express power cord from my power supply and use one 6 pin power connector, or do i half to use both 2x6 connectors

 

[evongugg]

You probably need to connect both 6-pin connectors. See the manual.
In the box there should be a 2 molex to 1 six pin connector. Use that for the missing 6-pin connector.
What is the wattage of your power supply?

 

[evongugg]

Use only connectors marked PCI-E. Don't use any non labeled 6-pin connectors or differently labeled. They may be there for a different purpose.

 

[outlw6669]

Confusing post is confusing

You will need to have both PCIe power plugs plugged in to use your new GPU.
What is your current PSU?
Please post the manufacturer, wattage and +12v amperage.
It is possible that your old PSU will not be up for the task of powering a GTX 285...

 

[peter2004]

i ment the card comes with 2 molex connectors, my power supply has only 1 pci express connectors, i have a coolmax power supply it has triple 12V rails, total of 51 amps

 

[evongugg]

The power supply is fine.
Use the PCI-e power connector from the power supply and this converter for the other connection:

http://www.atxpowersupplies.com/Molex-to-PCI-Express-Adapter.htm