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Aurora R5, GPU power supply connector 12 pin vs 8 pin for GPU upgrade
Hello,
I want to replace my GTX 970 with a GTX 1070.
My 970 has a 12 pin power supply connector.
The new 1070 has an 8 pin connector.
Do I have the wrong card? Is it even possible to upgrade?
I am also aware of the higher power requirements. I am just trying to understand the connector configuration.
Thank you in advance.
redxps630
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November 25th, 2022 15:00
970 has two PCIe connectors: 6 pin + 6 pin. 1070 has single 8 pin. you can use a two 6 pin female to 8 pin male PCIe adapter.
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https://www.amazon.com/BLUEXIN-6-Pin-Female-Adapter-0-65ft/dp/B07FNBFFXT
Vanadiel
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November 25th, 2022 17:00
Just to avoid confusion, that is actually a 6PIN + 6PIN. Not to be confused with the latest 12 PIN 12VHPWR connector used to power the latest RTX 4000 series cards.