Know a proud of owner of this superb card. PS I know the cables could do with a tidy just don't get time to.
Hi Team! New 980 modded into FT03 Mini Build Log here: http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=281498
Just bought http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-204-OK&groupid=701&catid=1914&subcat=1812 Ouch.
Agreed, even in the FT03 Mini the MSI is very cool and very quite - why so few cards that use the reference design?
OEM coolers are cheaper than the NVTTM design (no cast metal shroud, cheaper axial flow fans rather than less common radial), so OEMs will use them when possible.
Yeah, it's a cost thing, which is a real shame. I know the feeling. I have to use blowers in my FT03 as well, which is why my 780 is a Titan cooler as well (bought when they cost £550!).
Gone up £30 since we started talking about this. I'm still dithering. Really want the G1 Gaming but it's too long for my case (FT02) but wondering if it will fit if I get slimmer fans.
I prefer the non-AP version as they are quieter. They are up for replacement anyway due to age. I'm thinking 3 of these http://www.scan.co.uk/products/180m...t-speed-control-(ssc)-vortex-frame-design-fan should fit the bill and also give me the extra room for the G1.
And now, the waiting game. Will Glenn last until lunchtime without jamming his penis in a pencil sharpener to pass the time? Only time will tell.
Definitely not! How the hell have they managed that? Was the card boxed and sealed? If you have a vice or similar you can unscrew the backplate and correct it to avoid the delay of an RMA, but that's still pretty shocking.
