I have scoured the web and unable to find a manual for my board telling me how I should hook up my new power supply.
- PC: Gateway GT5628
- Board: Intel Desktop Board DG33SXG2
- Original Power Supply: Generic 400w w/ 24 pin connector
- Replacement Power Supply: Antec Basiq 500w w/ 20 pin connector + 4 pin
I was reading on a forum that the manufacturer of the board should specify in the manual whether or not to use the +4, however I cannot find documentation on Intel or Gateway's support portals for this board. (Gateway has support docs but nothing referring to the power supply)
Since the original was 24 should I just plug the 20 furthest to the right and add the +4 on the left, or should I leave the +4 unplugged?
Update
I was able to find the Antec manual so I can see which side to add the +4 to, I just wanted to make sure of that because it looked like it could go on either side. At this point I'm assuming since there was a 24 in before I should connect this accordingly.
Best Answer
Quick answer: if the additional 4-pin ATX extension connector is available, then you should be using it. :)
Related information is also available in this SU question: Is it possible (and safe/reliable/non-damaging) to use a 20-pin ATX PSU with a 24-pin ATX motherboard?