Full Version: Power Cable Routing Question
Quick easy question (I Hope)... Is it safe to run the power supply cable underneath the motherboard? I've been forced to replaced my aging Neo480 piece with a new Corsair 620 and for sake of a tidy looking case, would like to run the SATA and fan power cables underneath the motherboard. I'm currently running the power leads for a couple of 120mm fans under it, but these are alot thinner than the PS cables. Thanks for the help!!!
Yup as long as everything is covered up, it is safe 
keep yer eye on those sharp solider joints...poke through wires...maybe...
QUOTE(coolcat97 @ May 23 2007, 08:08 PM) [snapback]690677[/snapback]
keep yer eye on those sharp solider joints...poke through wires...maybe...
Thats what I'm afraid of
Maybe I'll put some electrical tape over the wires to help hold them down & to act as a lil bit of protection.
QUOTE(SVTMarine @ May 23 2007, 07:38 PM) [snapback]690684[/snapback]
Thats what I'm afraid of
Maybe I'll put some electrical tape over the wires to help hold them down & to act as a lil bit of protection.
Maybe I'll put some electrical tape over the wires to help hold them down & to act as a lil bit of protection.
Thats not needed, just put the wires behind it, screw on the board, remove the board and check the wires for little stabs\holes ... i run USB behind my MB
QUOTE(coolcat97 @ May 23 2007, 08:48 PM) [snapback]690688[/snapback]
Thats not needed, just put the wires behind it, screw on the board, remove the board and check the wires for little stabs\holes ... i run USB behind my MB
PERFECT!! Soon as I get home I'll be tearing into it. Thanks for the info!!
I have nearly every wire ran underneath my mobo, and I haven't had any problems yet. It's been going strong for the past few months now. Be sure to post pics when you get it done, too! 
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