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EVGA GQ Series User Manual

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650W / 750W / 850W / 1000W
Power Supply User Manual
English
650W / 750W / 850W / 1000W
Power Supply User Manual
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3. Use the screws provided with your case to install the power supply
into your computer. NOTE: It is recommended to install the power
supply with the fan facing down. However, if your case places the
power supply at the bottom of the case and there are no ventilation
holes available, it may be best to install the power supply with the
fan facing up for greater efficiency and reliability.
4. Connect the 20+4-Pin ATX cable to the PSU and the motherboard.
5. Connect the 4+4-Pin EPS12V cable to the motherboard.
(Optional) – If you plan on extreme overclocking and your
motherboard supports additional 8-Pin or 4-Pin CPU power
connectors, connect the second 4+4-Pin EPS12V cable. This is
only needed for heavy overclocking or for Dual CPU motherboards.
6. Connect the 6/6+2-Pin PCI-E cables to your graphics card(s).
NOTE: Do not attempt to plug an 8-Pin PCI-E cable into a 6-Pin
connector without first detaching the two extra pins.
7. Connect SATA power cables to all data drives or optical drives
(hard drives, solid state drives, optical drives).
8. Connect the peripheral “Molex” 4-Pin connectors for fans, pumps,
legacy components and other devices/adapters.
9. Connect the AC power cord to your power supply and to the wall.
Check all connections to assure a solid connection and turn the
power switch on the power supply to the ON position.
Q: I see there are more than four screw holes on the back of the power supply, but the packaging only offers
(4) screws, are some missing?
A: Nothing is missing; you will only need to attach the EVGA power supply to the case with four screws. The
power supply offers more than (4) holes to provide optimal compatibility for today’s varied case designs.
Q: My EVGA Power Supply includes (2) EPS cables for my motherboard, do I need to connect up both?
A: Motherboards only require (1) 4+4 or 8-Pin EPS connection. On some models, an additional 4+4-Pin or
8-Pin connection on the motherboard may be found for dual CPU configurations or for extreme overclocking.
If your motherboard supports dual 4+4-Pin EPS connections, please refer to your motherboard manufacturer's
manual for details on the proper function and power of the EPS connections.
Q. What is the ECO Thermal Control System?
A. The ECO Thermal Control System, when enabled, allows the fan on your EVGA power supply to shut off during
low to moderate operation loads. The EVGA power supply’s fan will automatically turn back on when needed,
based on the temperature the power supply reaches. The fan will also increase in RPM when needed, based on
the load operation being requested from the components connected. This prevents unnecessary rotation, reduces
ambient noise levels and will increase the life span of the fan due to the fan not spinning when not required.
Please Note: If the ECO Thermal Control is disabled the fan will always spin, even at low loads. The fan will also
increase in RPM as needed automatically, based on the power draw from connected components.
Q. What if I want to use power adapters for my graphics card(s)/motherboard/peripherals?
A.
EVGA always recommends the use of direct power connections from the power supply to power all components.
Q. Does it matter which end of the cable I plug into the power supply?
A: Yes, the connections going to the power supply will not have “break downs” like the EPS (CPU) has 4+4 on one
side and full 8-Pin on the other. Check each cable as it is labeled appropriately to match the power supply side,
and connect only the same ‘‘matching” cable directly to the power supply as referenced on each connector.
Q. If I have an issue or a question, can I get support?
A.
ALL EVGA products are backed by top tier warranties as well as technical support. Support can be reached for
your power supply at:
- USA:
+1-888-881-3842 option 1, option 3. or contact us via email at support@evga.com.
- Europe:
+49 89 189 049 11 or by email via eu.evga.com/support.

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EVGA GQ Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModularSemi-Modular
Warranty5 Years
Form FactorATX
Fan Size135mm
SeriesGQ Series
Certification80 Plus Gold
CoolingFan
ProtectionsOVP/UVP/OCP/OPP/SCP/OTP
Wattage650W, 750W, 850W, 1000W
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
SATA Connectors9
EPS Connectors1
ATX Connector1

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