![]() ![]() Thomas RyanĪfter you’ve installed the new power supply in your PC, it’s time to reconnect power to all your components. Your new power supply should come with screws to secure the unit to rear panel of your case screw those in as directed by your manual. With your new power supply at the ready, insert it into the exact same position that your old power supply occupied in your PC case. In most cases there are only four screws, but designs differ from vendor to vendor. ![]() You’ll next need to remove the screws that hold your power supply in position. Doing so also helps ensure that all power cables are disconnected, and makes it easier to remove the PSU from the case when you’re done. As you remove each cable, pull it out of the case to avoid tangling them with the other cables. Don’t forget to remove the four- or eight-pin CPU power connector located near the CPU socket on the motherboard, and the 24-pin power cable connected to the motherboard along its mid-line on the left side. You may find it helpful to photograph which power cables went to which components so that you can have a reference for plugging in the cables on your new power supply. Thomas Ryanĭon’t forget to remove the big 24-pin power connector on your motherboard. You will need to disconnect all of these cables before the power supply can be removed, or else they’ll snag and hold the PSU in the case. If your power supply unit (PSU) includes a power switch accessible on the rear of your PC, flip it to the off position, and then remove the side panel of your case so you can access the PSU.Ī number of different power connectors lead from the power supply and power the different components in your computer. Start by unplugging from the wall all of the cables connected to your computer. ![]()
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