Although cards and cables are changing at the same time newer and seems to be safe 12V-2×6 connectorthere are still graphics cards that have the previous 12VHPWRor even cables that came with these graphics cards or with the power supplies that use this connector. CableMod did two attempts to offer an L-shaped connector to improve connection with cables, two failed attempts which ended up withdrawing the product. Now AINEX dares with another new L-shaped connector.
This new adapter has the blue tinted connectorswhere we must completely cover the color when connecting and so check that it is not inserted incorrectly. They are available in two variants, normal and inverted type, so that they can be used with some graphics cards that have inverted power connectors. Another note to keep in mind is that This adapter is compatible with the old 12VHPWRbut it does not mention if it can also be used with the more current 12V-2×6.
The curious thing about this adapter is that the company will not be responsible in case an accident occurs. According to the notes left by the manufacturer, will not offer support in case of damage to graphics cards or power supplies for the use of this adapter, to which it adds “Use it at your own risk”. An argument lame when purchasing a product that will power a graphics card, sometimes high-end models, and that will also be powered by a source that is surely not cheap.
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Juan Antonio Soto
I am a Computer Engineer and my specialty is automation and robotics. My passion for hardware began at the age of 14 when I broke down my first computer: a 386 DX 40 with 4MB of RAM and 210MB of hard drive. I continue to give free rein to my passion in the technical articles I write for Geeknetic. I dedicate most of my free time to video games, contemporary and retro, on the more than 20 consoles I have, in addition to the PC.
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