GPU heat sink loose

[CalebTheEternal]

Just took apart my GPU to put some new paste on it because of heat issues and now the heat sink that is attached to the plastic fan covers is moving. I didn't notice it before and my other GPU doesn't move. All of the screws seem fine. Is this okay? If youd like to see what I'm talking about just either call me on Google hangout or skype me. Skype is laxplayer551 would be greatly appreciated if I could get some help. Thanks.

[★ Coups ★]

What GPU is it, and what cooler design?

[CalebTheEternal]

What GPU is it, and what cooler design?

All in the signature. But EVGA SC ACX cooler. GTX 970

[KieranFretwell]

All in the signature. But EVGA SC ACX cooler. GTX 970

I have the same thing on my ACX 780 ti 

[★ Coups ★]

All in the signature. But EVGA SC ACX cooler. GTX 970

 

Did you tighten the screws evenly?

 

Tighten one a bit, then the other, then the other. Then tighten it a bit more and go around, if that makes sense?

[CalebTheEternal]

I have the same thing on my ACX 780 ti

So it's just an ACX thing? It doesn't do it on my ACX 2.0

[CalebTheEternal]

Did you tighten the screws evenly?

Tighten one a bit, then the other, then the other. Then tighten it a bit more and go around, if that makes sense?

Yeah. Have to multipost since I'm on mobile. I didn't even take that part off. I just took off the cooler to put new paste on. I was wondering if I broke something.

[KieranFretwell]

So it's just an ACX thing? It doesn't do it on my ACX 2.0

Not sure but i have the exact same thing on mine. 

[CalebTheEternal]

Not sure but i have the exact same thing on mine.

Alright I won't worry about it then. Thanks.

[Galaxy_McGuire]

Either you put too much thermal paste or you did not tighten the screws enough.

 

 

Either way, you voided your warranty.

[CalebTheEternal]

Either you put too much thermal paste or you did not tighten the screws enough.

Either way, you voided your warranty.

My warranty is fine lmao. I've already called EVGA about me painting them and they are still covered in warranty.

[Galaxy_McGuire]

My warranty is fine lmao. I've already called EVGA about me painting them and they are still covered in warranty.

You removed the cooler from the PCB

 

That automatically voids your warranty, kind sir.

[Imabigmac]

Either you put too much thermal paste or you did not tighten the screws enough.

 

 

Either way, you voided your warranty.

Not on EVGA gpus, unless they actually broke something. 

 

Product condition:

 

Removal and or Defacing of Serial/Part number sticker(s) on ANY EVGA products WILL void ALL warranties. All products ship from EVGA with a serial sticker.

 

There must be no physical damage to any component including the PCB, GPU/chipset, CPU Socket, or damage that is caused by:

 

inadequate or improper repairs carried out by any person or entity which is not authorized by the manufacturer to perform warranty services on its behalf;

negligence, accidents, modifications, defective installation or misuse and use of inappropriate spare parts;

fire, immersion in liquid, lightning, earthquake, inadequate ventilation, Acts of God, incorrect application of main voltage howsoever arising, or any other cause beyond the control of EVGA;

any other goods which can be used with the Product, but are not the Product itself;

consumable or wearing items requiring replacement as part of normal service, including (but not limited to) dry cells and rechargeable batteries.

 

The product must be returned to EVGA in the original factory configuration and condition. All aftermarket modification must be reversed before sending in the product for replacement.

[C_Mike]

You removed the cooler from the PCB

 

That automatically voids your warranty, kind sir.

 

Not necessarily, it depends on the Manufacturer and their Warranty terms. 

[CalebTheEternal]

You removed the cooler from the PCB

 

That automatically voids your warranty, kind sir.

Like everyone else said. Not for EVGA. I even called them. 

[Galaxy_McGuire]

Like everyone else said. Not for EVGA. I even called them. 

No need to repeat the obvious