Nov 1, 2012 · What is the purpose of the 8 pin ATX 12v Power Connector plug-in at the top of my mobo (noob question). I assume it's some sort of auxiliary power? Also, my psu is semi-modular and the cable for this is just barely long enough to reach if I stretch it across the mobo, is there an extension cable I can buy so I can route it through the back?

Sep 26, 2018 · Years ago, the ATX protocol called for a 20-pin connector for the motherboard. That changed over time to a 20+4 pin or 24-pin connector. A few other changes were made as well, mostly in the available voltages at the connector. The PSU name changed along with it to ATX12V. But today, the name ATX and ATX12V are used interchangeably.

Aug 28, 2012 · The two ATX connecors , ATX 1 and ATX 2 should be from the same psu and if you try to mix in another psu on the same motherboard you will have issues. The newer power supplies are now coming with to ATX power connectors just for those boards that take two ATX connectors. You also cannot use the 8 pin Pcie connector for the second ATX connector.

Jul 17, 2022 · Atx = 12v, 12v-, 5vVsb, 3.3v etc. All necessary to motherboard function. Atx12vo = 12v, 12v-. The minor rails are supplied by transformers built into the motherboard directly. Just because your car has an engine, doesn't mean it'll run on diesel. Or conversely your truck might not run on gasoline.

Aug 10, 2022 · For the PSU I was looking into a "xpg core reactor 850w" but I've notice that my motherboard's manual says it needs a "ATX 12V 8 pin with especifications 2.0 (or above)" (though the website says EATX 12V), and this PSU has ATX 12v 4+4 pin cables.

Dec 27, 2020 · I have a Gigabyte Z490 Vision G motherboard, a 10th Gen Intel Core i7-10700K CPU (not overclocked), and a Corsair TX750M PSU. I've connected the 24-pin power cable from the PSU into the mobo, do I also need to plug in the ATX 12V 2x2 and/or 2x4? If so, where would I find them on the PSU? Thanks!

Jan 16, 2008 · One 2x2 connector is keyed with square pin shrouds, and the other features all half rounded shrouds. The PSU packaging claims there is an EPS12V/ATX12V 4 pin and 8 pin connector available, and shows a photo of a plug keyed in such a way as to match the ATX_12V_2X of the motherboard. However, the plug shown is not actually available from the …

Oct 22, 2012 · All 24 pin "main" connectors are the same (ATX spec) and it's the same for the 12V 4/4+4/8 pin CPU power connectors. Normally, the 4 pin connector is called the ATX 12V CPU connector, and the 4+4 or 8 pin (same thing) connector is called the EATX 12V CPU connector.

Oct 16, 2006 · Basically it referencing a design standard "Advanced Technology Extended" with several revisions... ATX12V is a 20pin power connector

Mar 21, 2016 · We recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version). What the hell is ATX 12 V Specification 2.0? I am planning on buying the SEASONIC S12II 620W PSU and I had a look online, and nothing says that it complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0, or later version...