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Here's another gizmo to prevent your graphics card from melting - wouldn't it be nice if 12+4-pin connectors…
Super Flower has launched a new accessory called the VGA 12+4 pin OCP Dongle, designed to monitor and prevent overcurrent issues with Nvidia graphics card power connectors. The dongle alerts users with visual and auditory cues if power pins exceed safe amperage levels, aiming to prevent catastrophic failures. A similar product from Cooler Master is also mentioned, though the Super Flower dongle is currently only available in Taiwan.
First test of new ROG Equalizer cable intended to be overkill for your GPU isn't as clear cut as one might expect
Testing of the new ASUS ROG Equalizer 12VHPWR cable has yielded inconclusive results regarding its effectiveness in preventing GPU power issues. While the cable's design aims to provide peace of mind, initial tests by Der8auer show varying current imbalances between pins, with one instance triggering a warning. ASUS reportedly expects these imbalances and rates the cable for 17 amps, suggesting it should remain within specifications.
MSI's new power supplies have a buzzer that warns you if your graphics card is about to melt, which seems like a…
MSI has introduced new power supplies featuring an upgraded GPU Safeguard technology that includes a hardware buzzer. This system monitors current levels to the graphics card, alerting users to potential power-related issues that could lead to hardware damage, such as the melting incidents previously seen with 12VHPWR connectors.
