PSU 2 pin connectors for CPU power

[oldduck12345]

On the six pin connectors on my PSU, there is an extra 2 pins on the side, I think for an 8 pin connector. I was going to change out my motherboard, however the CPU power connecter is 4 pin. I was wondering if I could use two of those 2 pin connecters to provide power.

PSU: Corsair CX750

IK this is slightly confusing, let me know if you need further clarification.

 

[firefoxx04]

no no no

The 6+2 is for PCIe (graphics cards)

You need to find the 4+4 connector. This is for CPU power. This is a VERY common mistake.

 

[firefoxx04]

Simply use half of the 4+4 connector. It can be hard to find because on corsair PSUs it looks like an 8pin, hard to tell that the two 4 pins can separate.

 

[oldduck12345]

Simply use half of the 4+4 connector. It can be hard to find because on corsair PSUs it looks like an 8pin, hard to tell that the two 4 pins can separate.

Okay just to be sure before I start plucking out wires, the 8 pin CPU power connector on the Corsair CX750 (non-modular) can be separated?

 

[Susquehannock]

no no no

The 6+2 is for PCIe (graphics cards)

You need to find the 4+4 connector. This is for CPU power. This is a VERY common mistake.

^^ that.

Here is an image from the Corsair web page:

 

[oldduck12345]

no no no

The 6+2 is for PCIe (graphics cards)

You need to find the 4+4 connector. This is for CPU power. This is a VERY common mistake.

^^ that.

Here is an image from the Corsair web page:

Ah, okay. I'll split the cable, and fire up my rig. I'll let y'all know how it works out.

 

[firefoxx04]

It is annoying the first time, but once you have an 8pin connector on the board you will appreciate the the two 4pin connectors stay together so well. Some cables fit very loose and it is difficult to plug in both 4pins at the same time.

 

[Susquehannock]

Ah, okay. I'll split the cable, and fire up my rig. I'll let y'all know how it works out.

Notice how the plugs are shaped. Some square, others not. Will only fit one way. Don't force things and you will be fine.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Split the CPU 8 pin: