The power connectors are blacked out because previous spy shots showed the label on that power connector which showed the date, and a Rev A.03 sticker. They didn't want anyone to know what spin they were shipping out, and made some NDA/Cease & desist noises. On a side note, just how hot is this thing gonna get. 300W draw, die like a Cyrix M2, Fermi certified cases recommended, damn it'll be toasty.