msi gtx 980 with xfx 550? Works but I don't think it should.

[atesz182]

So yeah, firstable I am sorry for being a "noob". First time pc building.
The only problem I ran into is my gtx 980 has 2x8 pin, but the psu has 1x6 and 1x6+2.
The gpu had an adapter (6pin to 8pin)
So one side I installed the 6+2 and the other the 6 pin with the adapter.
It works. Is that it, or should I worry about any consequences ?
Really need an answer..

 

[atesz182]

XFX 550 bronze. ( I know it is not good for OC but by now I would be just happy to run my pc properly, OC later )

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

It will work but you need to upgrade soon adapters aren't a great idea.

 

[atesz182]

Well this is funny.. I would have bought an other psu but this one is what I got mentioned for the card and the gpu.. in this site.🙁

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

There are 4 models of the XFX 550W , the CORE EDITION AND THE TS Bronze are the 2 that doesn't have 2 - 8 PINS FOR CARDS.

 

[atesz182]

There are 4 models of the XFX 550W , the CORE EDITION is the only one that doesn't have 2 - 8 PINS FOR CARDS.

So I have the TS model, but the other 8 pin connector only goes to the mobo. So i tried this now: One of them with the 8pin and I plugged in the 6 pin to the other one.
Is this a better solution than the adapter? Btw thanks for your time..

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[atesz182]

(and runs, fans as well)

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

You need 2- 6+2 pins to power the card to it's full potential.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

My bad the TS Bronze also doesn't have them LOOKED AT THE WRONG PIC , the XFX TS GOLD 550W and the XFX XTR 550W have the 2 - 6+2 pins.

Both Bronzes don't. Core or TS.

XFX TS 550W and XTR 550W have the right connections.

 

[atesz182]

I see. So the TS does not have 2 6+2 connector just one. oh snap. I thought this psu will be a good choice but seems like I have to buy a new one and sell this. Do you recommend something?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

EVGA 550W GS or G2 , both very solid , or a SEASONIC 550W G SERIES.

 

[atesz182]

I am going with your solution. Thank you! (Btw just to be clear. Until I got my new psu can I use it like this ? (with adapter) I don't think that this is going to ruin my gpu but its better to ask..