On an old machine, the PSU died, and I attempted to change it. However, the power connector to the motherboard seems to be a weird 12 pin connector, and I can't seem to find any adapter with the typical 20/24 ones.
What can I do with these? I am not even sure those really are what I think they are.
The computer actually isn't mine; I am just trying to help out a friend. He has a proprietary software installed on it to maneuver a professional cutting machine, and it can't be installed on another machine. I thought about putting the hard drive in another computer and trying to boot from it, but I am afraid the difference in hardware would make the Windows 98 unable to work. I fear to make "permanent" damage on the system that would require tedious fixing afterwards.
Here is the motherboard connector slot :
The old PSU's connectors (a bit blurry sorry) :
The old PSU model :
And the "new" PSU's connector with 20 pins :
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EDIT: I appreciate all the thumbs ups, but as other users have pointed out this is likely not an AT connector. After doing more research, my best suggestion to the OP is to purchase the original part number item to insure compatibility with this system. There are no second chances, once the wrong power supply is plugged in, the motherboard is toast.
It appears, based on research, that this system is a Compaq Presario 22xx series. The specs of that series, and references to the original power supply part number suggest that this is an ATX style power supply. The extra 6-pin plug is typically an auxiliary connection. However, it is highly likely, as suggested by other commentators that this is a completely proprietary power supply. A lot of manufacturers are guilty of creating non-standard systems around this era. I cannot find any standard power supplies that used 12 pin AT/PC style power connectors and a 6-pin auxiliary connector. What is for sure, is that this power supply (not clearly seen in the OP's photo) is also proprietary in shape and size:
So, I have left the original message below, but I think it is prudent to not take chances given the sensitive nature of this repair. Just spend the money on getting the exact original part number.
----- ORIGINAL ----- The connector on your motherboard is an AT connector. The power supply you are trying to hook up is an ATX connector.
You'll need to buy an AT power supply. When you hook it up make sure you attach the two motherboard power connectors with the black wires next to each other.
http://wiki.robotz.com/index.php/PC_Power_Supply_Voltage_Data_and_Connector_Types
Now, I have to ask - What are you doing with this computer from 20+ years ago?