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my psu is a cx750m and it has 2x 6+2 pin connectors aswell as 4 x 6 pin sata/molex etc

 

Just use the 2x 6+2 connectors and leave the +2's unconnected.

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My GTX 980 has two 6 pin connectors and  i am wondering if i can use a split 6pin or do i need two separate cables from my power supply

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It's not recommended, but it's possible if you're a complete madman

 

But if you have a 980 and you need a splitter cable for your PSU, maybe just get a new PSU...

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It's not recommended, but it's possible if you're a complete madman

 

But if you have a 980 and you need a splitter cable for your PSU, maybe just get a new PSU...

no i dont need one i have enough, its just one split cable looks better

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no i dont need one i have enough, its just one split cable looks better

Wait, does your PCI cable from the PSU have two 6+2 connectors on one end? If so you can do that and you are perfectly safe.

 

If your PSU only has one 6 pin or 6+2 pin connector, you need a new psu.

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Wait, does your PCI cable from the PSU have two 6+2 connectors on one end? If so you can do that and you are perfectly safe.

 

If your PSU only has one 6 pin or 6+2 pin connector, you need a new psu.

my psu is a cx750m and it has 2x 6+2 pin connectors aswell as 4 x 6 pin sata/molex etc

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my psu is a cx750m and it has 2x 6+2 pin connectors aswell as 4 x 6 pin sata/molex etc

 

Just use the 2x 6+2 connectors and leave the +2's unconnected.

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Just use the 2x 6+2 connectors and leave the +2's unconnected.

ok thanks

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