server Redundant PSU Question

[wabniky]

I have an Intel server (link) with a redundant 750w PSU (link) and want to add a 6 and 8 pin PCI-E connectors to power a GPU. (and a link to the current specs of the server) 

 

IS it possible to solder in the 6 and 8 pin PCI-E connectors to the existing power supply (conversion box not the supplies box not the supplies) or would the better alternative be to run the server off of a sff PSU? If so, recommend a reliable and efficient supply that won't care if the system is on 24/7.

[glitchmaster0001]

not recommend because soldering it would mess around with the voltage rails on the PSU. unless you know exactly what volt you need for the pcie connectors and were to solder it, then i do not recommend it.

[wabniky]

On 3/28/2016 at 10:38 PM, glitchmaster0001 said:

not recommend because soldering it would mess around with the voltage rails on the PSU. unless you know exactly what volt you need for the pcie connectors and were to solder it, then i do not recommend it.

I've looked into the numbers for what's needed on the board and other components and there should be available power left for the 6 and 8 pin connector. The question here is IF it is possible HOW can I do it? (If I see it done to a similar component and feel I can do it I will, otherwise I will pass and move to a consumer PSU solution)

 

So the second question is this; What PSU is reliable to leave up for weeks at a time if not longer, efficient when not under load, and has the connections I need? (And can fit in the space I have available. Will take and upload pics of the area and connections when I get home from work)

[glitchmaster0001]

3 hours ago, wabniky said:

I've looked into the numbers for what's needed on the board and other components and there should be available power left for the 6 and 8 pin connector. The question here is IF it is possible HOW can I do it? (If I see it done to a similar component and feel I can do it I will, otherwise I will pass and move to a consumer PSU solution)

 

So the second question is this; What PSU is reliable to leave up for weeks at a time if not longer, efficient when not under load, and has the connections I need? (And can fit in the space I have available. Will take and upload pics of the area and connections when I get home from work)

does the current power supply have molex connectors? 

[wabniky]

10 minutes ago, glitchmaster0001 said:

does the current power supply have molex connectors? 

Do not believe so.. Let me see if I can find a link to the conversion box to see what connectors it has

 

EDIT: found a good link with some good pics of the distribution box. Link

If I can find something like this with the same slot that goes to the PSU module I should be good, not sure if such a part exists.. 

Edited March 29, 2016 by wabniky