Is it okay to use an 8+4 connector on an 8+8 CPU power socket?
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TechyNinja42
I recently got a Ryzen 9850X3D for a new server build, and the motherboard I'm using has an 8+8 CPU power connector. However, my server's power supply unit only has 8+4 CPU connectors available. Should I just plug in the single 8-pin connector, or should I try to use the 8+4? I'm also thinking about enabling Precision Boost Overdrive since the server is water-cooled.
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You can definitely use just the single 8-pin connector. It's usually fine to do that. Just make sure to check your motherboard manual for any specific details regarding power connections.
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Most users really only need to connect one 8-pin. It seems like mobo makers include the extra just for aesthetics or to cater to extreme setups, which can cause more questions than necessary.
CuriousTechie: So it's more for overclockers then? Just trying to understand why there's a second connector.
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Yeah, it's perfectly fine to use the single 8-pin. If you want, you can connect the 4-pin to one side of the dual connector for added stability, especially if you're planning to enable PBO.
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ServerAdmin91: Thanks for the heads up! I’ll look into the manual.