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thingamarob

Skyreach 4 Mini - HDPlex PSU installation questions

Hi, I have some dumb questions. I can't seem to figure out how to install the PSU on my build. I honestly think I just need to figure out the correct screws to use. I tried to find a video but couldn't find one that quite fit the bill. Here's where I have it now. Is it in the right place? It's crammed up against the video card very tightly. Here's a pic of the screw holes where I have the PSU. They line up just right, but the screws that came with the case that say "motherboard or PSU" don't thread properly. I need to know the proper screw size.

Assuming I have the PSU situated properly, my next issue is the power supply cord. I assume I have to use this cord because the larger 3 prong cord doesn't look like it will fit anywhere on this case. What is the yellow part for? Do I need to connect it somewhere? And then is this where the plug actually goes? If so, I once again can't find the appropriate screws.

I feel like these are such dumb, basic questions. I've built two traditional PCs in the past with few problems, so I'm not a complete novice. I certainly feel like one now. I really appreciate any help.

Posted Jul 7, 2020, 1:01 AM UTC

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wooptyscooppoop•

Can't believe I never saw this but if you're still looking for answers to these questions or any other, feel free to shoot me a DM. I have a pretty good understanding of the Skyreach at this point.

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thingamarobOP•

Thanks for chiming in. I got it up and running. Everything works great. I never did get the PSU screwed in properly, but it's wedged in against the case and graphics card and stays put.

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wooptyscooppoop•

Basically how mine's set up. I screwed it all in but even if I hadn't it'll stay put just from how it's all situation. Excellent case, no unused space in mine.

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AsleBen•

I got the 400W Nano ATXCombo and I don't know how to mount it in my Skyreach Mini S4. I understand where to put the 24-pin power and I got 2 female plugs, EU plug and 3-pin plug for laptop power cable (for power cable you plug into the HP or Lenovo laptop power adapter). Is there any instructions somewhere? What cables go where? I think I pluged in the cable from the power brick directly into my motherboard (CPU power 8-pin) and heard a bad sound. So that was a blummer but It seems no damage to the mobo (Asrock Phantom z390) since it lights up. Any links would be appreciated!

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thingamarobOP•

Hi, no there aren't any instructions anywhere that I was ever able to find. The best I could do was watch some of the Skyreach guy's videos but none of them are close up enough to really help figure it out.

Mine was never really properly mounted. If you look at the first picture in my original post, you'll see where mine wound up. It's jammed so tightly against the video card that I didn't need to screw it in.

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AsleBen•

Hi, I am not sure if I have the same model S4 Mini? Take a look at my pics.

I am not able to get the plug through the hole. So:

- Can I use a 2-pin power connector like you instead of the 3 pin?
- I can't see your DC-ATX module in your pics. You mounted it behind the motherboard? See my pics and I wonder if I have to use some velcro to fasten it since there are no screw holes in the Mini.

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thingamarobOP•

I have a different power supply it looks like. The pin portion (sorry I suck at terminology) screwed in fine near the power button, but the other portion I had to wedge in beside the video card. Yours is all in one it looks like, so I'm not sure what you'll have to do.

I would think you'd be able to use the 2 pin power connector. I had to for the same reason you will -- the three pin wouldn't fit.

There is little support for the s4 mini unfortunately. Have you joined the Not From Concentrate Discord? I received some help on there.

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