whats with rma if i lose one sockets screw

[deff_ins]

sorry about my lame english.
i have loose one of screws from my dfi lp mb socket and now i need to rma mb because its dead
is it problem? have i lost my warranty because of that lost screw? :shrug:

btw? what is the definition of RMA?

[ibby]

RMA = Return Material Authorisation.

When you mean you have lost screws, Are these around the cpu socket ?
that hold the retention moduel in place

[deff_ins]

When you mean you have lost screws, Are these around the cpu socket ?
that hold the retention moduel in place

exactly

[ibby]

I doubt RMA would affect it,
when i rma'ed my mobo i took the retention module off to save on postage.

can you replace the screw ?
I am sure if you take one off and took it to a local shop they maybe able to match it up.

[deff_ins]

perhaps i can find similar screw.
should i send mobo to reseler where i bought it or i can send mobo to manufacturer directly?

[Zenjirou]

maybe you can borrow same screw from another mobo you have, and when rma comes back put screw back

I justs got back an RMA from DFI.. and the refused to accept it because of some chemicals inside the socket that cannot be seen unless you remove the socket completely.
thus it is possible they might not accept yours because of a Screw

I think beter to first try Reseller because they are more likely to accept, while DFI will check it thoroughly for damages or changes and reject if the slightest of any.

[Cooper]

Hey deff I can give you that screw for RMA if you still need it :D

[deff_ins]

thanks cooper ;)
i dont need that anymore because i have another expert board.

[biohead]

RMA = Return Merchandise Authorization

[Indyxc]

I don't know if you can get in Latvia, but the screw is:

6-32UNC X 1 Stainless Steel Phillips Screw

It's an exact replacement on my SLI-D, and I'd assume on your board too.