you can't just go around y-splitting cables, wires have gauges and gauges have amp limits. look for 2x molex -> 8 pin and make sure you use 2 separate wires to feed it. sata -> 8 pin cables are bullshit since you need at least 3 and nobody makes 3 sata -> 8 pin cables.
And yes the 2 ground pins matter, the 6 and 8 pin connectors can work in different configurations and you totally need those 2 extra pins for that extra 75w. Modern 8 pin connectors add 2 grounds and switch one ground on the 6 pin to signaling to stabilize the voltage.
Topic: 8 pin power cable splitter (Read 272 times)
https://www.amazon.com/PCI-Express-Video-Y-Splitter-Adapter-Supply/dp/B00A3OVG4W/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Would this work for a GPU/PCIe riser?
Also, would it matter having those two ground cables on the 8 pin connector? I know you can get the cheaper 6 pin splitters for around ~$4.
Would this work for a GPU/PCIe riser?
Also, would it matter having those two ground cables on the 8 pin connector? I know you can get the cheaper 6 pin splitters for around ~$4.
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