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What are the coloured wires used in ATX power supply?

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The color code of the wires in the power supply is:

Red = +5V

Black = Ground (0V)

White = -5V

Yellow = +12V

Blue = -12V

Orange = +3.3V

Purple = +5V Standby

Gray = power is on (output)

Green = Turn DC on (input)

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