Motherboard – Understanding the 12 Volt Power Connector

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I'm having an issue using a motherboard I bought recently and a pre-existing power supply. I'm using a Gigabyte Z97X-Gaming 3 Intel Z97 (Socket 1150) DDR3 ATX Motherboard and a Corsair GS 600 as my power supply. I'm relatively new to computer building so I'm sure I'm doing something stupid.

I seem to notice each of them have a slightly different configuration. I seem to notice in each certain holes are square and certain holes are sort of more narrower at one end then the other. I'd post images but I don't have enough reputation. I'm talking about the cable shown on this page: http://www.overclock.net/t/1239449/seasonic-x660-gold-issue-with-12v-connector

Just wonder if this is something anyone has come across?

Thanks

Best Answer

A PSU for your computer must fit your mainboard. According to the documentation on your MB you have to connect this ATX_12V connector. Otherwise the computer will not start.

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