PCI Express Power (8 pin)
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Connector found at PCI Express cards which needs extra power from the power supply unit, usually video cards.
First introduced in PCI Express v2.0. Maximum power usage is 150W.
Pinout
8765 _ U#UU (at Video card) UUU# (#=Square connector, U=Square at top and U shaped at bottom) 4321
5678 = UU#U (at cable from Power supply unit) #UUU (#=Square connector, U=Square at top and U shaped at bottom) 1234
| Pin | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | +12V (yellow) |
| 2 | +12V (yellow) (or N/C) |
| 3 | +12V (yellow) |
| 4 | +12V (black?) |
| 5 | GND (black) |
| 6 | GND (black) |
| 7 | GND (black) |
| 8 | GND (black) |
Note: Pin 2 is N/C (not connected) according to the specification. But most power supplies have +12V connected on pin 2.