has this videocard been used?

[trOver]

is there anyway to tell if a videocard has ever been used?? jw

 

[CKXP]

bring out the CSI kit and dust for fingerprints, then check for dust, then check for the new card smell...maybe someone else might have some tips.

 

[BassBomb]

Originally posted by: CKXP
bring out the CSI kit and dust for fingerprints, then check for dust, then check for the new card smell...maybe someone else might have some tips.

hah, i remember when i bought my card, and it gave off 'the smell' and i thought something was wrong

 

[bloodthirster]

A new card should not have any markings on the gold plating were it seats in the slot.

 

[JBT]

Some cards have oxidization on them white crusty looking stuff of the PCB. Sorta looks like someone spilt something on it and didn't clean it all the way.

 

[trOver]

thx for ur ideas all