8 pin 12V CPU connector necessary?

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beanz003

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My Antec TP Trio 430W PSU only has the 4 pin 12V connector, but my motherboard has 8 pin. I am looking to overclock a Quad processor. Do I need a new psu or would the 4 pin or an adapter be sufficient?
 
The 8-pin is not really necessary for desktop CPUs under most conditions. You'll be fine with the 4-pin.
 
the extra power is not necessary for stability? I plan on using 1.4v or so. also i don't need to buy a converter or anything? thanks.
 
beanz003 said:
the extra power is not necessary for stability? I plan on using 1.4v or so. also i don't need to buy a converter or anything? thanks.
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No, it isn't necessary, and you don't need to get a converter of any sort.
 
beanz003 said:
I am looking to overclock a Quad processor.
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Yes it will work, but it will not be optimal. 430 isn't really a lot anyway for overclocking a quad. When you overclock and especially when you overvolt, the power consumption goes up dramatically.

Start with stock and work your way up slowly; don't expect great results.
 
What are the rest of the system's specs? 430W doesn't seem like a lot for an overclocked quad core rig.
 
Intel Q8200
Gigabyte EP45-DS3R
4gb DDR2 800 Ram
2X 250GB HD
Nvidia 7300GT
 
Antec TP Trio 430W PSU

Intel Q8200
Gigabyte EP45-DS3R
4gb DDR2 800 Ram
2X 250GB HD
Nvidia 7300GT
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Antec True Power Trio TP3-430 430W
Max Combined +12V@32A@50C
+3.3V@22A,+5V@15A,+12V1@16A,+12V2@16A,+12V3@16A, -12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3.0A
$60: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...C-Froogle-_-Power+Supplies-_-Antec-_-17103942
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Yes, it will work as your GPU is very undemanding.

But for $60 the BFG LS-550W & Corsair 550VX are better buys & would allow for a high-end gaming GPU!

BFG Tech LS-550 550W (Old 4X +12V Rail Model)
Max. Combined: +12V@41A@40C
+3.3V@24A, +5V@30A, +12V1@16A, +12V2@16A, +12V3@16A, +12V4@16A, -12V@0.5A, +5VSB@3.0A
$60: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817702008

CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX 550W
+3.3V@30A,+5V@20A,+12V@41A,-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3A
$60: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139004

Best Wishes,
Dave :)
 
davidhammock200 said:
Yes, it will work as your GPU is very undemanding.

But for $60 the BFG LS-550W & Corsair 550VX are better buys & would allow for a high-end gaming GPU!

BFG Tech LS-550 550W (Old 4X +12V Rail Model)
Max. Combined: +12V@41A@40C
+3.3V@24A, +5V@30A, +12V1@16A, +12V2@16A, +12V3@16A, +12V4@16A, -12V@0.5A, +5VSB@3.0A
$60: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817702008

CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX 550W
+3.3V@30A,+5V@20A,+12V@41A,-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3A
$60: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139004

Best Wishes,
Dave :)
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He already has the PSU, so it would be pointless to purchase another one.
 
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