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‎05-09-2020 01:56 AM

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Product: Omen 880-160se
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)

Hello,

 

I have a gaming pc Omen 880 with Tampa 2 motherboard, i can't install my new GPU (asus strix with 3 fan) coz of GFX power connector that nearby to first PCI express, and when i put it in 2nd PCI also i get problem with Hard drive cage 🤔

I can install GPU in first PCI when i remove 6 pin connector from GFX PWR, i want to know its ok to unplug 6 pin connector from GFX power or may coz problem ?

 

Thanks

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‎05-09-2020 11:38 AM - edited ‎05-09-2020 11:52 AM

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@Amroo1988,

Those power connectors are needed.

Maybe you can use an adapter.

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‎05-10-2020 01:48 AM

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I tried last night and i installed it in the first slot of PCI after unplug GFX PWR connector and my GPU works without issues, i need to know what the benefits of that is needed for SLI or needed as always for GPU ?

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