Quote Originally Posted by [XC] gomeler View Post
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Because of ? Oh yes, I forgot, the pesky "PCIe power connector implodes due to a lack of a supporting corner" syndrome that we've been suffering from since never. Electrically and functionally these cards 100% fine. Aesthetically there is a slight nick in each one. I'd have rather they used these cards as RMA warranty cards than original retail cards but the filed plastic won't impact the lifetime of the card for the normal user.
Because the store/retailer/brand can say you did the "mod" and because of that your warranty is not valid.

It's a hardcore scenario, but it can happen.