[SOLVED] HP Pavillion Gaming PC 790-0010 GPU Upgrade Help

[azirixx]

I need help finding what kind of cable i need. I have a GPU with a 6 pin adapter, but n

o place on the PSU to plug it in. where on the mobo can i plug it in?

 

[rgd1101]

what the gpu?
look like you need a new psu

 

[azirixx]

what the gpu?
look like you need a new psu

the hp version of a gtx 1060 and the psu is the stock 310watt one.

 

[SamirD]

Unless you have a 6-pin lead, you need an adapter from someone like moddiy or a replacement power supply.

But if this is the system you have, it's a nightmare as you really can't do anything to change any part:

Hp 790-0010 GPU upgrade nightmare

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