I'm having some trouble helping my husband set up a new PC with an internal SSD. When we tried to install the SSD, we noticed that the power supply doesn't have a connector for it. We've been looking into options, and we found some USB connectors. We have two choices: a 4-prong connector/splitter or the USB option. Can both options work? If the USB option is simpler, should we go for it, or is it not a reliable choice? By the way, this is for an Acer Aspire TC-1785.
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Are you dealing with a SATA SSD (the small box shape) or an NVMe SSD (the thin strip)? That'll affect the type of connection you need to make.
What kind of power supply are you working with? If there's no SATA power cable, I'd be careful using an adapter. It might cause issues down the line.
I’m not sure what the power supply is, but there isn’t a SATA cable at all; just the main cord to the motherboard, that's why I'm looking for help.
Most power supplies come with a SATA power cable. Is the power supply in your husband's PC modular or semi-modular? It might be that the cables just got misplaced during setup.
It sounds like it's a modular power supply, but he can't find the cables that came with it.
Your Acer Aspire TC-1785 has a maximum power supply wattage of 180 W, which isn't very high for a gaming or high-performance setup. You really want to make sure your SSD gets proper power, especially if you're considering using an adapter. It could be risky.
It’s the small box SATA SSD.