PSU Chord ruined?

[jonathan7921]

After resolving some complications with my power supply, I realized that the PCI-Express chord that is connected to the PSU is cracked around the 6 pronged part.

They story...

So I turned my computer on (external test) with a flat head and hit too many pins (I'm assuming). So I burned my chord from the PCI-E chord that was connected to my Video card (I threw the chord out).

My video card looks fine and did not take any damage(hopefully)

Should I buy a new PSU because the PCI-E chord is cracked or should I buy another PCI-E wire and try hooking it up to my PSU and Video Card?

.... I have recedntly connected most wires to the mobo, and eveyrthing works on it (fans spin for like 5 seconds. Stops, then spins) , which repeats.

 

[popatim]

most likely the pcie cord cracked due to the heat thats generated at the connector from all the current its passing. I would just replace the cord if you can.

 

[rolli59]

Not sure what happened there since the front panel header has nothing to do with your PCIe power!
What PSU do you have?

 

[jonathan7921]

700 w raidmax

 

[rolli59]

Bottom of the barrel quality wise! Replace it with a quality PSU Antec, Corsair, Seasonic, Enermax, XFX and OCZ to name few!

 

[jonathan7921]

I know what you mean, I totally regret buying this, because I did not have good knowledge about PSu's.

 

[geofelt]

If the psu is under warranty, return it, and buy a quality psu.
In addition to the units rolli59 mentioned, I would add PC P&C

What graphics card do you need to power?

 

[jonathan7921]

550 nvida ti

 

[geofelt]

550 nvida ti

You can run that with as little as a 400w psu.
Here is a corsair 430w for $35 after rebate:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026

 

[rolli59]

^+1 great if you are on a budget!

 

[jonathan7921]

Are you sure that would be enough power?

If it is, then I will order it today.

 

[geofelt]

Are you sure that would be enough power?

If it is, then I will order it today.

Here is a link to the evga 550ti spec and requirements.
It indicates a 400w psu. The Corsair is a quality unit that will probably deliver more than the advertised spec if needed.

http://www.evga.com/products/moreInfo.asp?pn=02G-P3-1559-KR&family=GeForce 500 Series Family&sw=

 

[jonathan7921]

That Link was very helpful, thank you all for your help.

I will be ordering that power supply soon.

Thanks again!

 

[jonathan7921]

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