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Cables Aren’t Supposed To Melt, Right? - WAN Show February 14, 2025

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Melting Connectors and GPU Design Flaws

This chapter examines reports of melting connectors linked to the RTX 50 series graphics cards, spurred by insights from Tom's Hardware and user testimonials. The discussion covers technical evaluations revealing inconsistencies in power distribution and highlights the engineering decisions behind connector designs that may contribute to overheating issues. Recommendations for improved cable options and critiques of current design standards by manufacturers are also explored.

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