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Molex connector

Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-000770

A family of pin and socket electrical connectors used to supply DC power to internal computer components. The most recognized version is the 4-pin peripheral power connector, which provides +5V and +12V DC from the power supply unit to devices like older PATA hard drives, optical drives, and case fans. This connector features a rectangular plastic housing with chamfered corners for keyed insertion, preventing incorrect orientation.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-CMP-000770
FieldComputing and IT
SubjectHardware
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-000770",
  "term": "Molex connector",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A family of pin and socket electrical connectors used to supply DC power to internal computer components. The most recognized version is the 4-pin peripheral power connector, which provides +5V and +12V DC from the power supply unit to devices like older PATA hard drives, optical drives, and case fans. This connector features a rectangular plastic housing with chamfered corners for keyed insertion, preventing incorrect orientation.",
  "subject": "Hardware",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/molex-connector/"
}

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