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Powerboard

Overview

The powerboard is the central power distribution hub for the Hako-Core chassis. It takes 8-pin PCIe power inputs from your ATX power supply and distributes power throughout the Hako-Core power harnesses to individual PCBs.

The powerboard provides clean, regulated power distribution for all storage devices and cooling systems in the Hako-Core chassis.

Key Features

  • Input: Multiple 8-pin PCIe power connectors from PSU
  • Output: 24-pin connector to Hako-Core power harnesses
  • Fan Power: Direct 4-pin fan power outputs
  • Modular Design: Support for single or dual powerboard configuration

Power Priority

8-Pin PCIe IN 1 powers the 4-pin fan outputs. This input should be prioritized and connected first to ensure proper fan operation.

Installation

Hako-Core

Note

The Hako-Core can accept up to 2 powerboards for a maximum power delivery of 1200W total

Before Mounting: Ensure correct orientation of the board.

  1. Mount the powerboard in designated area of chassis (see above image) onto standoffs with the 4 provided screws.

Hako-Core Mini

Note

The Hako-Core Mini can only accept a single powerboard.

Before Mounting: Ensure correct orientation of the board.

  1. Mount the powerboard in designated area of chassis (see above image) onto standoffs with the 4 provided screws.

Power Distribution Map

Powerboard Diagram

Input Connections

Each 8-Pin PCIe connector powers a specific set of hardware. If there is a set of hardware that is not being used in your configuration, connection is optional.

8-Pin PCIe IN 1

  • Row 1* Backplane 4
  • Row 1* Backplane 3
  • Fan wall 1

8-Pin PCIe IN 2

  • Row 1* Backplane 2
  • Row 1* Backplane 1

8-Pin PCIe IN 3

  • Row 2* Backplane 4
  • Row 2* Backplane 3
  • Fan wall 2

8-Pin PCIe IN 4

  • Row 2* Backplane 2
  • Row 2* Backplane 1
  • Fan wall 3**

Dual Powerboard Hako-Core Configuration

* Row 1 and Row 2 connections on the second powerboard are connected to Row 3 and Row 4
** The exposed Fan Wall 3 headers can be used for other fans if there is no fan wall 3 in your configuration