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    Default Flexibility of 6-pin power connectors?

    I recently bought a Gigabyte GTX 960 G1 Gaming that requires 2x 6 pin power connectors. When the connectors are plugged in, I can't close my case.

    My question is this: is it okay to bend the 6-pin power cables, especially near the connector itself? If I bend the cable to almost 90 degrees, I would be able to close the case.

    See below how the setup looks currently:
    - http://imgur.com/5Wf2NKE
    - http://imgur.com/kxzGouS

    Any help/suggestions is appreciated

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    Don't, over time the strain will force the soldering loose and you'll have a short or even a small electrical fire.

    Rather get an adapter like this one

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    it's not ideal either way, but at least you will not be putting extra stress on the connectors.

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    +1, i had this issue and it did short.
    Quote Originally Posted by PsychoFish View Post
    Don't, over time the strain will force the soldering loose and you'll have a short or even a small electrical fire.

    Rather get an adapter like this one

    Name:  s-l225.jpg
Views: 201
Size:  4.6 KB

    it's not ideal either way, but at least you will not be putting extra stress on the connectors.

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    Cut a hole in the case and make it look like a Subaru bonnet scoop. Might get some extra power.

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