
Figure 6.7 shows the ATI All-In-Wonder 9700 Pro used in this HTPC. Of special note are the
large heatsink and fan as well as the auxiliary power connector in the upper-right corner.This partic-
ular power connector is the type you would usually use to power a 3.5-inch diskette drive. It has
become extremely common for the latest video cards to require an additional power connection,
since they can’t draw enough power from the AGP slot.This could be a consideration if you’re
working with a limited power supply for a very SFF PC or if you’re out of power connectors (though
a Y-splitter works just fine). Some of the highest-performing 3D cards on the ...