Power supply

[Dark Mantis]

Yes as you say there are some crazy situations out there and some even crazier fixes.

[bytheway_r]

I checked it with different RAM, CPU and MB to rule out some stuff. With 2x6 pin connected it started beeping and showed that it requires more power on the screen. I think it's toast, though as it had grey artifacts all over the screen. Technically, not all RAM chips are covered properly by thermal pads but I'm not sure it'd matter this much ( especially during bios )? By that I mean that 2-3 weren't covered fully with one being only about halfway covered.

[Dark Mantis]

I take it from your reply that you have removed the casing. This will invalidate the warranty. These chips can heat up quite quickly but I don't think any damage would have been done yet.

[bytheway_r]

Yeah and I wasn't the first person to do so. As I said, I bought this card knowing that it could be faulty. There's also no warranty to talk about. Oh well, I'll most likely sell it once I play with it a little more. I have to say it was fun taking it apart .

[autotech]

LOL i know been there and done that. Trashed more systems than i care to admit and then fought them to find the workaround but Vista game me the most trouble glad i went to 7 ultimate.

[cookiebun]

Hi power supply up and running haven't tried it with a game yet but it boots up and looks as if everything is running ok.

[Dark Mantis]

A good power supply makes all the difference in the world.

[absic]

See, I told you it would work!

[cookiebun]

I never doubted you honest.   regards