Is it true that the fans eventually start leaking oil and the card has to be RMA'd?
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I've used mine full power for nearly a year now, and there is some signs of oil build-up on the cover. the real issue is the fan bearings failing. actually, the real issue is getting a fully-functional product back from MSI on an RMA. I'm on my 3rd attempt at it, and it all started with a minor inconvenience of the fans not starting, they needed a push to start.
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I have never heard the fan on this card but I am not a real big gamer, to me so what if it is. chances are if your a gamer ill be drowned out by loud exhaust or gunfire. I own 2 of these cards each in a gigabyte ga970ud3 mb & have had no troubles.
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As Andy N. said: Your best bet is to contact Gigabyte support and they will issue an RMA (return merchandise authorization) they will repair it, or get you a new one.
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Can't answer for EVGA, but this is almost never the case. I can't think of a time disassembling the cooler did void my warranty.
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John, I'm sorry. It turns out that the problem with my computer was unrelated to the card. As for upgrading your PSU, I'm not sure if I would be able to give you useful advice.
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'course! I've not had that issue with this case buuuuuuuuuuuuut there's a few things we can do! Firstly, make sure all the power cables to the fans coming from the case are connected to MOLEX/4pin power connectors (or the relevant ones for the fan you are connecting) and if it's still not receiving power and spinning up either A) Send the case in for replacement or B) Try a replacement power cable to the fan. Not really much more help beyond that which can be offered I'm afraid!
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The cooler part of my two fans are about the only thing that has kept on working. I have returned by fans to the manufacturer at least four times for repairs which is about the only thing you can do if you are having a problem. Wish I had a better answer for you. If you are under warranty, they will do the repairs for free but it is pretty inconvenient having to box up and return the fan. Give them a call and they will send you a UPS label so you can ship it back at no charge. Hope this helps.
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Absolutely NOT! This is a closed loop system; any changes other than the fans will render your warranty void. Also, there is no absolute guarantee that your mod will perform any better than the stock issued version. Just invest in a traditional 120mm cooler/radiator with sold separately parts; maybe harder on your wallet but at least you'll get fine tuned results and a personalized appearance.
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I believe it will. If you open the card and change any of the proprietary hardware, you're surely voiding the manufacturer's warranty.
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The card I received is passively cooled with a heatsink, so there is no fan.
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Not easliy. You need to open the entire unit up, take out the motherboard and solder in the card. Oh, no warranty if you do this .
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You may check evga.com for warranty as i think. You should register the card with EVGA to get warranty with in 30 days from the date of purchased
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the card is very reliable if well treated. and if you're lucky. I've used one card full-time maxed out for a year now running F@H, and the only sign is the fans starting to show age. The second card, the fans quit after 6 months, and I'm still waiting for MSI to send me a fully-functioning card after 3 RMAs. keep in mind F@H is running the card at full power, which is much harder on the card than even logging 16 hours a day of most games.for most people and most applications, the card is reliable and should last at least until you build your next gaming pc.
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Yes...But I had nothing but Bad Luck with this peticular MsI card....Sent it back and bought something better.....
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Yes, Gigabyte has a 3 year warranty on their graphics cards. I just rma'd my card without issue after having it for a year.
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Nope its only the factory version (regular model w one fan) that can do that but sometimes you gotta sacrifice looks for performance. Even tho in my opinion i think the card is swagalicious.
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I agree with Jamieb, However Once the motherboard completes its post the device will continue to monitor the board. But it may not report the problem until you reboot. On a side note being a laptop if a virus has been ruled out I would insure that the fan is operating. And if it is older than 3 years old the thermal paste on the cpu may be getting weak and your cpu may be over heating.I paid $60.00 usd to have fan replaced and new thermal paste applied to a HP G series unit which had the same symptoms. The board did not report the problem. Hope that helps. Good Luck a competent honest technician will do wonders. I agree with Jamieb, However Once the motherboard completes its post the device will continue to monitor the board. But it may not report the problem until you reboot. On a side note being a laptop if a virus has been ruled out I would insure that the fan is operating. And if it is older than 3 years old the thermal paste on the cpu may be getting weak and your cpu may be over heating.I paid $60.00 usd to have fan replaced and new thermal paste applied to a HP G series unit which had the same symptoms. The board did not report the problem. Hope that helps. Good Luck a competent honest... » Read More I agree with Jamieb, However Once the motherboard completes its post the device will continue to monitor the board. But it may not report the problem until you reboot. On a side note being a laptop if a virus has been ruled out I would insure that the fan is operating. And if it is older than 3 years old the thermal paste on the cpu may be getting weak and your cpu may be over heating.I paid $60.00 usd to have fan replaced and new thermal paste applied to a HP G series unit which had the same symptoms. The board did not report the problem. Hope that helps. Good Luck a competent honest technician will do wonders. « Show Less