Harry White Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Hi, I have just purchased the VX550W to replace the OEM PSU in my IBM Intellistation M Pro Model 6230-38U. The P2 connector on the PS does not match the receiver on the motherboard. My motherboard connector is looking for this type of connector: http://www.freeopenbook.com/upgrading-repairing-pc/ch21lev1sec4.html#ch21fig14 Help? Thanks. Harry NW Connecticut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wired Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 It splits into two pieces. One of them will fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry White Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 Thanks. However, the pin design is different .. not a barrel type but a narrow slot across the connector. http://www.freeopenbook.com/upgrading-repairing-pc/ch21lev1sec4.html#ch21fig14 See Figure 21.14. ATX auxiliary power connector. Regards, Harry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wired Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Can't say I've ever seen that type of connection on a retail PSU. I'd talk to IBM to see what PSU they recommend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FEAR6655 Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Can't say I've ever seen that type of connection on a retail PSU. I'd talk to IBM to see what PSU they recommend. It was used on server/workstation motherboards until ATX2.0 came out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry White Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 So..... since there is no IBM support for the Intellistation line, am I out of luck or ? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wired Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 If it's a pre ATX v2.0 spec cable, then you're unfortunately out of luck as the PSU is ATX 2.01+ compatibile. I'd return it, or see if there's a converter cable you can get maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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