We’re sure you must’ve gone through this power cable connection problem already as you’re here for the solution.
Well, you know graphic cards are the major parts of your PC. They absorb more power than the other components. Sometimes when you buy a new card and install it, your PC may not turn on for the first time. The screen may say ‘please power down and connect the PCIe power cable’ when the power cable is already connected.
Mainly, it’ll look like you didn’t connect the cable to your graphics card. Why does it happen and what to do in this situation is our main concern of this article.
Let’s give you a short and simple solution that’ll save you forever!
Please Power Down and Connect the Pcie Power Cable- Why This Message?
You may be having this issue due to not connecting the right GPU connector. In most cases folks get the wrong GPU connector which results in ib such a fuss. So, have a proper idea on the different types of connectors first.
There’re various connectors by which your graphic card gets power. They’re given below:
PCI ExpressX16 Connector
This type of connector is designed with every graphic card in modern days. The PCI ExpressX16 connector gets connected to your motherboard. It’ll provide a maximum of 75watts to your graphics card, which we assume is enough for the low profile, budget graphic cards, and entry-level.
6-Pin Connector
Here comes the most common one, the 6-pin connector. This one can supply up to 75watt to your graphics card.
Thus if the power consumption of the card is more than 75watts, it’ll get connected with a power connector of 1 6-pin PCI-E for the working purpose.
Moreover, a graphic card that has one 6-pin connector can consume more than 150W as it’ll have 75watt from a 6-pin connector and 75watt from PCI ExpressX16 slot!
8-Pin Connector
If your graphics card needs more power, you can go for the 8-Pin connector. This connector can deliver around 150watt, which will come along with the graphics card. Or the card will come up with 2 6-pin connectors which supply the same amount of power.
Maximum of 225watt power can be delivered with 150watt of 8 pin connector and 75watt of PCI-E ExpressX16slot.
And in the market, the latest high-end graphics cards are all designed with 8 pin connectors, though.
Sometimes you may need both 6-pin and 8-pin connectors for your graphics card. For example, if it says Please power down and connect the PCIe power cables for this graphics card GTX 1070 or please power down and connect the PCIe power cables for this graphics card GTX 1080, you’ve to have both connectors.
As for your GTX model, they’re pretty strong cards, and only 2 connectors together can handle the power supply.
How to Fix the Issue with Graphics Card PCIe Power Cable Connection?
Now that you know the graphic cards’ various connectors, it’ll be easy for you to find out and look for the solution!
Let’s see,
- Firstly turn off your computer and unplug your power cord.
- If you don’t find this easy to operate, just unplug all connecting pc host cables
- Then remove the computers bezel
- You’ve to make sure the 6-pin connector or the 8-pin connector is actually not connected with the graphics card because that’s when the above message will pop up.
- After that, find the matching power cord with the graphics card. Make sure of your pin connectors and plug in the cords very carefully.
- Connect all the power wires and connecting wires next
- Now start the machine again
- Finally, turn on your computer and enter your desktop normally as you do.
The problem will be solved by then, we believe.
What Shouldn’t You Do While Fixing the Issue?
We’d like to suggest some tips that you can follow while fixing this problem.
- Never touch your PC parts with bare hands. Try to wear gloves when you’re starting to remove the components of the computer.
- Use the right screws, nuts, and bolts for the task
- Try to define the correct 6-pin and 8-pin connectors so that other wires don’t get damaged
- If the issues don’t get solved by yourself, make sure to consult a good PC technician who’ll fix it smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Pcie go into graphics cards?
Yes of course. The graphics card usually goes into the PCI ExpressX16 slot. As it’s a standard type of slot, the running capability of the card will be smooth with it!
Where do I connect the PCIe power cord connected?
As you know, there’s power supply unit on your computer. The graphics card you’ve bought will be installed first. After that, you’ve to connect the pcie cable to the graphics card or expansion card. Mainly, you’ve to install the card to the PCIe Expressx16 slot that’ll supply around 75W of power!
Do You need a PCIe power connector?
Obviously, you need a PCIe power connector if you’ve got a graphics card installed as the card will consume power from the power supply. But if your card doesn’t have 6-pin or 8-pin ports, then you can’t connect the power connector.
How do I remove PCIe cable from graphics card?
Well, graphics cards are generally connected to some kind of power supply. For example, they might be 6-pin connectors or 8-pin connectors. These connectors help your graphics card to run smoothly. Now what you need to remove the cable is to push the clip of the power cable down. Then try to pull it away from your card gently. Done!
Conclusion
At the end of the article, we can say that the problem with a graphics card can happen anytime to any PC. Don’t panic if your screen shows up one day like, ‘please power down and connect the PCIE power cable’. It’s nothing to be scared about.
Just follow our given steps and safety guidelines to turn your computer back to working mode. And if you find it difficult, consult some experts, they’ll do their best.
Good luck with the operation!
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