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Is overvolting a Gigabyte GTX 960 secure?

Is overvolting a Gigabyte GTX 960 secure?

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Arelance
Member
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02-25-2016, 04:16 AM
#1
You're asking whether adding 20Mv would affect your ability to return the product for repair, assuming no visible damage and that the card wasn't overvolted or overclocked. You're also curious if manufacturers track such modifications.
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Arelance
02-25-2016, 04:16 AM #1

You're asking whether adding 20Mv would affect your ability to return the product for repair, assuming no visible damage and that the card wasn't overvolted or overclocked. You're also curious if manufacturers track such modifications.

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SmileyMae17
Member
66
03-02-2016, 07:58 PM
#2
He's asking about how voltages are recorded. It seems the graphics cards lack non-volatile memory for logging voltage levels, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. You might need to contact MSI or reach out to an MSI representative on the forum for a response. Consider moving this discussion to the Graphics Card thread.
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SmileyMae17
03-02-2016, 07:58 PM #2

He's asking about how voltages are recorded. It seems the graphics cards lack non-volatile memory for logging voltage levels, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. You might need to contact MSI or reach out to an MSI representative on the forum for a response. Consider moving this discussion to the Graphics Card thread.

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Wolfyyy_
Senior Member
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03-07-2016, 10:14 PM
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The answer remains a negative, YET most gadgets nowadays include warranties that genuinely protect overclocking. Even if something goes wrong with your card, it’s likely covered. However, many of these guarantees are invalid because modifying the BIOS to an unapproved version can remove voltage limits. So, unless you avoid this step, you should be safe. I checked for a downloadable warranty card but wasn’t able to locate it. You may need to retrieve the one that came with your device or reach out to Gigabyte to request more information.
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Wolfyyy_
03-07-2016, 10:14 PM #3

The answer remains a negative, YET most gadgets nowadays include warranties that genuinely protect overclocking. Even if something goes wrong with your card, it’s likely covered. However, many of these guarantees are invalid because modifying the BIOS to an unapproved version can remove voltage limits. So, unless you avoid this step, you should be safe. I checked for a downloadable warranty card but wasn’t able to locate it. You may need to retrieve the one that came with your device or reach out to Gigabyte to request more information.

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DutchSisters
Junior Member
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03-08-2016, 06:38 AM
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The warranty will be canceled if the damage comes from high voltages. It doesn't mention anything about overclocking. I think I'm protected as long as the card has no burn marks. Overvolting changes the BIOS or just saves it to the software you're using? In my case, it's the MSI afterburner.
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DutchSisters
03-08-2016, 06:38 AM #4

The warranty will be canceled if the damage comes from high voltages. It doesn't mention anything about overclocking. I think I'm protected as long as the card has no burn marks. Overvolting changes the BIOS or just saves it to the software you're using? In my case, it's the MSI afterburner.

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FireBrand2000
Member
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03-08-2016, 08:46 AM
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He's asking about how voltages are recorded. It seems the graphics cards lack non-volatile memory for logging voltage levels, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. You might need to contact MSI or reach out to an MSI representative on the forum for a response. Consider moving this discussion to the Graphics Card thread.
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FireBrand2000
03-08-2016, 08:46 AM #5

He's asking about how voltages are recorded. It seems the graphics cards lack non-volatile memory for logging voltage levels, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. You might need to contact MSI or reach out to an MSI representative on the forum for a response. Consider moving this discussion to the Graphics Card thread.