ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 with FX 6300 8pin PSU connector

[aggeluska]

hello I own the motherboard in the title and i bought today a PSU without noticing that it has a 4pin connector to supply the motherboard while my motherboard needs 8pin connector. I read in the PSU manual that usually only motherboard for servers have 8pin power supply socket and i was suprised also because i didnt see before 8pin connector for motherboards ... anyone knows what can i do now ? maybe there is an adapter on internet to fix this ? had someone else before the same problem ?

 

[Johan45]

Yes you can buy them. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&ke...vptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_2uhi3wwaup_b

I'd be more concerned that you PSU isn't going to cut the mustard for your build. What PSU did you get? I also just checked that board and if you can return it I would. You'll be much happier with a better motherboard.

 

[aggeluska]

i am using artic COOL 550F .Why should I change it ? i am nto planning on overclocling or msth

 

[Johan45]

Well the board itself is a bit under powered with only a 4 phase design and lacking heatsinks on the VRM so watch that are for heat. As long as you're running it at stock it'll likely be fine but i would still watch for heat problems and possible throttling. The PSU should do here's a review from Johnny Guru who knows his stuff. http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=209

 

[bob4933]

You can use the 4pin for now until you get the adapter, wont hurt anything. edit: don't be trying any overclocking though....

 

[RGone]

CPU - FX-8320 oc'd to 4515hz
OC - 1.35v cpu 215FSB, 21 multi
MOBO - Sabertooth 990fx
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PSU - Seasonic M12ii 620w
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COOLING - Hyper 212 EVO
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Bob, I was just reading your short post above and then glanced down and saw your signature. Man that is a GREAT signature. EASY to know what your actually using. Thanks.
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[bob4933]

haha rgone, I think thats the third time you;ve mentioned my sig Appreciate it