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Question:

Why does my graphics card have an external power cable included?

I was looking at buying the MSI HD6850 cyclone OC/power edition but on the msi website it says it includes an external power cable. Am I missing something? Do I need more than the standard pci-e 6 pin connector from the PSU?

Answer:

Some graphics cards require you to connect a power cable to the board. As it requires more power than it can get through the pci connection.

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