Hey everyone! I'm trying to set up a computer for video editing, and I need to connect 10 HDDs. I recently bought a Be Quiet! Pure Power 13 M 1000W power supply, but it only has two SATA power connections available. I came across some conflicting info: one source suggested using modular cables with the PCIe slots, but another warned that those are meant only for GPUs and could damage the drives. The Be Quiet website only lists SATA cables for the 'Drives' slot. So, what's the best and safest way to connect all my HDDs? Thanks for your help!
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If your drives are primarily SATA, you might consider using SATA splitter cables. They’re not hard to find online, and since SATA drives use low power, you shouldn't overload your PSU with 10 drives. Just be cautious about the quality of the splitters you choose.
Thanks for the tip! I've seen warnings about using only the cables from the PSU itself for safety reasons. Are those splitters safe to use, though?