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PCI-E Connector - 5 VS 6 Pins?

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Start date Dec 16, 2014

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My old GTX570 died so I got a GTX660 which came with 5 pin connector. Is it safe to use my old 6 pin connector with it?

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The connector accepts up to 6 pins but can take five as well so yes it is safe.

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The connector accepts up to 6 pins but can take five as well so yes it is safe.

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alrighty thanks

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