Hybrid WRU, Weeks of refreshing, I can't take it anymore!

Cyberbrain118
Hybrid WRU, Weeks of refreshing, I can't take it anymore!

in the same boat, dude.

jptech

Cyberbrain118
Hybrid WRU, Weeks of refreshing, I can't take it anymore!

in the same boat, dude.

I was doing the same thing 'till I gave up. Just waiting on amazon to start shipping.

Funnily enough I received emails today for the first time since launch that the Hybrid and HydroCopper were in stock on the EU web store.
 
Managed to get in and order a Hybrid direct from EVGA :D  The way I'd prefer it.  Now to cancel that order from the UK...

For those still waiting, I've noticed it helps to sign up for the alert daily just incase.
 
I've had some email address fail to get notifications after 2-3 days of signing up.

Sorry in advance for the newbie question...
 
When a card doesn't include a backplate, what does that mean?  What exactly is a backplate and why wouldn't one be included?  Can you still use the card without a backplate?
 
Lastly, where would one order a backplate for this card?

BriMercer
Sorry in advance for the newbie question...
When a card doesn't include a backplate, what does that mean?  What exactly is a backplate and why wouldn't one be included?  Can you still use the card without a backplate?
Lastly, where would one order a backplate for this card?

Afaik, backplates can improve cooling on your GPU and they are also there for aesthetics (just look at a card with and without a backplate and you'll see why anyone would want one). They aren't necessary for the card to run at all so you pay more to get them. Usually, they cost around $10 to $20. EVGA store has backplates for sale.

Thanks, Sylous. Just what I needed to know!

Another Hybrid stock sold out before I could get mine :/
Edit: I was able to snag one :D

Muahahah i just got my order in!! yaaay hybrid cooler ftw!