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GPU brace? 1080 Ti

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Hey all,

 

I just got my Aorus 1080 Ti gpu in, installed it, and there seems to be some sag, not a ton but enough to notice when I hold up the other end and let it go. Don't know if I'm alone on this or not... I've never really thought about it till now, but I have seen some GPU braces you can install.. Good idea or anyone else have a idea?

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2 minutes ago, Atreyix said:

Hey all,

 

I just got my Aorus 1080 Ti gpu in, installed it, and there seems to be some sag, not a ton but enough to notice when I hold up the other end and let it go. Don't know if I'm alone on this or not... I've never really thought about it till now, but I have seen some GPU braces you can install.. Good idea or anyone else have a idea?

It would be a good idea if the gpu is really heavy so you can save your motherboard's pci-e slot.

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4 minutes ago, Atreyix said:

Hey all,

 

I just got my Aorus 1080 Ti gpu in, installed it, and there seems to be some sag, not a ton but enough to notice when I hold up the other end and let it go. Don't know if I'm alone on this or not... I've never really thought about it till now, but I have seen some GPU braces you can install.. Good idea or anyone else have a idea?

It's quite common for 2.5 or 3 slot cards to have sag due to the tremendous weight of the cooler. I would get it even if it doesnt look as bad as this example just to take some pain off the PCI-e bracket

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I've never used one but I can see why some do. Some cards are just heavy and should come with extra support. Usually the case holds it sturdy enough but may not in your application. If it makes you uncomfortable do it for peace of mind.

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9 minutes ago, TVwazhere said:

It's quite common for 2.5 or 3 slot cards to have sag due to the tremendous weight of the cooler. I would get it even if it doesnt look as bad as this example just to take some pain off the PCI-e bracket

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Mine is pretty much like that. Guess I will order one up.

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