How can I tell whether a USB-C cable supports data transfer?
I've seen inexpensive charger cables that don't clearly explain their USB-C capabilities. How can I verify that a cable actually supports data transfer, rather than only charging? I'd…
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Why aren’t modular PSU cables wired the same on the PSU side?
I'm building my first PC and I'm confused about modular power-supply cables. If different PSUs can have different pinouts, how can the same CPU power connector work with…
Can I safely use my old PCIe cable with a 5070 Ti power adapter?
I'm upgrading from an RTX 2080 Ti to an RTX 5070 Ti and want to make sure I connect the power safely. The new card includes an adapter…
Is a 7A/125V Power Cord Safe to Use with a 10A/250V Monitor?
I bought an AOC MiniLED monitor that was shipped from China. It came with a white power cable, but I also have a black cable whose connector fits…
Can I use one USB-C cable for HDMI video from both my laptop and iPad?
I want to minimize the number of cables I carry while traveling. Ideally, I'd like one USB-C cable that can connect either my laptop or my iPad—or possibly…
Can I use this PCIe cable with my Thermalright PSU and RX 9060 XT?
I'm trying to connect my RX 9060 XT graphics card to a Thermalright power supply. The cable I have is labeled "CM-PSU," which may indicate it was made…
Help Needed: Finding the Right USB-C Cable for Yolocam S3
I've recently started using a Yolocam S3 and I'm really enjoying it, but I'm facing an issue with the cables not staying in the port. The original USB-C…
Can I Use the Same Cables When Replacing My Power Supply?
I'm looking to replace my power supply unit (PSU) and I've got two Ultra Durable Gigabyte Gold 750W models. However, the new PSU has a "PG5 V2" label…
Can I Use a 16A Power Cable for My PC if I Only Have 6A Sockets?
I recently built a PC with an 850W power supply, and it came with a 16A plug. However, the only 16A socket in my house is in the…
Why Can You Use Custom PSU Cables When Mixing Regular Ones Is Discouraged?
I've been on a quest for the right PSU cables and keep hearing that mixing cables from different PSUs can be dangerous due to mismatches in ratings and…
Can I Use Different Brand PSU Cables for My GPU?
I recently upgraded to an AMD 7900XT, which requires three 8-pin PCI-E connectors. My power supply unit (PSU) only has two PCI-E cables, and one of those is…
Can I Use a 12VHPWR to 2x8pin Cable with My Antec PSU?
Hey folks, I recently got an RTX5070 that came with a 12VHPWR adapter, but it's taking up too much space in my case. I noticed that Seasonic offers…
Can I Use Cables from Different Power Supplies?
I'm aware that mixing cables between different power supplies is generally frowned upon, but I wanted to clarify before I go ahead and buy a new power supply…
Can I Keep My Power Cables When Upgrading to a 1000W PSU?
I'm currently using an MSI MAG A750GL PSU, which is ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compatible. I'm planning to upgrade to the MSI MAG A1000GL PSU. Do I…
Can I use a Corsair CX850M power supply with an MSI X870E-P motherboard?
I'm trying to set up my new MSI X870E-P motherboard and I have a Corsair CX850M power supply. The issue is that my motherboard needs two 8-pin CPU…
Is it safe to swap my PSU from 650W to 850W using the same cables?
I'm currently using a 650W power supply unit (PSU) and I'm thinking about upgrading to an 850W PSU. My question is, do I need to replace all the…