Hey everyone! I just ordered some parts for a new PC build and have a question about my GPU setup. I got a 9070 XT Mercury OC and a P1000W Aorus PSU, which came with 4 PCIe cables. However, I actually received 2 standard 8-pin cables and 2 daisy chain cables that each have 2 8-pin connections. Since my GPU requires 3 8-pin connections, I'm wondering if it's safe to use the daisy chain cable? Should I go with 1 standard 8-pin plus a daisy chain for the remaining slots, or use 2 standard 8-pins and only use one of the heads from the daisy chain? I'm pretty new to this, so any guidance would be really appreciated! Thanks!
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Make sure to verify that your PSU can deliver 300W per cable. If that's the case, using two cables with one daisy chain should be fine since you'd still have enough wattage for the GPU.
Honestly, it's okay to go ahead with the daisy chain cable if you’re careful. Just make sure your PSU can handle the power draw!
Hey! It’s best to use three separate cables for your GPU. So you'll plug one 8-pin into each slot on the GPU and leave the extra plug hanging. This way, you ensure that everything gets enough power without risking any overheating or issues.
Definitely follow RouterEro's advice. It's safer than daisy chaining!
The Aorus P1000 should provide enough power. Using 3 separate cables is the way to go—just leave one of the daisy chain plugs empty.
To be honest, using three separate cables will always give you the safest setup for your GPU. It might look a bit messier with cables, but it's worth it for peace of mind!
Just a heads up, check the specs for your PSU to be sure!