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Does MSI void warrantys for overcloking video cards??

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i want a 8800gts 512mb and i want to overclock one without voiding the warranty. i know evga doesnt void it but i wanted to see if i can get a cheaper one. does anyone els not void the warranty for overclocking?

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This is directly from their website, I think damage from overclocking would fall under "Operator Error". But seriously, how would they know you overclocked it? As long as you don't make the overclock permanent by flashing the BIOS, I think you'd be fine.

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