bsather
Just my 2 cents but back when I installed my EVGA RTX 2080 Super XC Ultra in my system with a Seasonic Prime Titanium 750 watt SSR-750TD using CableMod cables including PCI-E cables I experienced numerous system shut downs until I decided to change out the 2 PCI-E cables with the original Seasonic cables. This may have been an isolated instance but I won't take a chance again. I also had an issue with the CableMod SATA cable that was included in the set. It never did work.

riku98523

bsather
Just my 2 cents but back when I installed my EVGA RTX 2080 Super XC Ultra in my system with a Seasonic Prime Titanium 750 watt SSR-750TD using CableMod cables including PCI-E cables I experienced numerous system shut downs until I decided to change out the 2 PCI-E cables with the original Seasonic cables. This may have been an isolated instance but I won't take a chance again. I also had an issue with the CableMod SATA cable that was included in the set. It never did work.

Hmm thanks for the info. I'll probably buy the corsair cable kit for my psu then. At least those are official. I have a rm1000x btw.

KingEngineRevUp
Where are these reports of custom cables causing failures? I haven't seen many or any on reddit. 

flg2010
 
 
So what sleeves cables are recommended?  What will work from the EVGA store or from EVGA in general?  I might be interested in replacing all my cable extensions for PCIE and MB.. but I want the same color for all.

flg2010
 
 
So say.. I have a 1200 watt PSU from phanteks ... should I buy these:
 
https://www.evga.com/products/product.aspx?pn=100-CU-1300-B9
 
or go to the Phantek site?
 
Do we need to replace our PSU with an EVGA PSU?

flg2010
 
 
Ok.. So let me get this right.  
 
1.  We can't use Cable Extensions with the EVGA 3080 or 90.  They might damage the GPU and void the warranty.
2.  You need to use PCI cables matched for your PSU, that means the crap that was packed with the PSU.
 
Well, this is disappointing.  Its going to be a major rebuild now, re-wiring, hoping I don't destroy something accidently.  Also.. sort of annoyed I need to spend like $600 on a PSU again.  My current PSU is doing fine.. and I am using cable extensions from Asiahorse.  They work fine with my 2080 Super..
 
Honestly I am at the point where maybe I just wait for AMD's GPUs.. I bet they won't be as problematic with cables and PSUs.. 
 
Sorry.. This was the straw that broke the camels back for me..

flg2010
 
 
Ok.. So let me get this right.  
 
1.  We can't use Cable Extensions with the EVGA 3080 or 90.  They might damage the GPU and void the warranty.
2.  You need to use PCI cables matched for your PSU, that means the crap that was packed with the PSU.
 
Well, this is disappointing.  Its going to be a major rebuild now, re-wiring, hoping I don't destroy something accidently.  Also.. sort of annoyed I need to spend like $600 on a PSU again.  My current PSU is doing fine.. and I am using cable extensions from Asiahorse.  They work fine with my 2080 Super..
 
Honestly I am at the point where maybe I just wait for AMD's GPUs.. I bet they won't be as problematic with cables and PSUs.. 
 
Sorry.. This was the straw that broke the camels back for me..

flg2010
 
 
I use a 1200 watt Phanteks Revolt Plat PSU and ASIAhourse extensions. The case I use is massive.. tons of airflow.. however longer cables are a must.
 
So I have a choice to make:  
 
1.  Spend like $600 bucks on an EVGA PSU with new cables and rewire and pray I don't end up damaging something..
2.  I found recommended cable replacements that are compatible with my PSU from Cablemod, no extensions.. I would replace my cables and still need to rewire but no need to swap out the PSU.. cost $99.
 
Recommendations??

rain2_usa

flg2010
 
 
I use a 1200 watt Phanteks Revolt Plat PSU and ASIAhourse extensions. The case I use is massive.. tons of airflow.. however longer cables are a must.
 
So I have a choice to make:  
 
1.  Spend like $600 bucks on an EVGA PSU with new cables and rewire and pray I don't end up damaging something..
2.  I found recommended cable replacements that are compatible with my PSU from Cablemod, no extensions.. I would replace my cables and still need to rewire but no need to swap out the PSU.. cost $99.
 
Recommendations??

I just looked at Phantek's website.  They sell extensions themselves.  If you don't care how they look, how about that route?  

riku98523
I've seen some people with failures have used aftermarket cables. Can an EVGA person chime in on their take on this and if aftermarket cables should be fine as long as they match the psu pinout?

riku98523
I've seen some people with failures have used aftermarket cables. Can an EVGA person chime in on their take on this and if aftermarket cables should be fine as long as they match the psu pinout?

jankerson

flg2010
 
 
I use a 1200 watt Phanteks Revolt Plat PSU and ASIAhourse extensions. The case I use is massive.. tons of airflow.. however longer cables are a must.
 
So I have a choice to make:  
 
1.  Spend like $600 bucks on an EVGA PSU with new cables and rewire and pray I don't end up damaging something..
2.  I found recommended cable replacements that are compatible with my PSU from Cablemod, no extensions.. I would replace my cables and still need to rewire but no need to swap out the PSU.. cost $99.
 
Recommendations??

 
The choice is yours in the end.
 
However if something goes wrong be aware of what has been said by EVGA.

rain2_usa

flg2010

dustingg

riku98523
I've seen some people with failures have used aftermarket cables. Can an EVGA person chime in on their take on this and if aftermarket cables should be fine as long as they match the psu pinout?

I actually had a set cause pure havoc on my system. 
mod/smart Kobra Cable MAX 8pin 12Volt EPS Power Extension – Black – 16in. KMX-MB8-16X-BK-D  and mod/smart Kobra Cable MAX 24pin MB Extension – Black – 16in. KMX-MB24-16X-BK-D 
 
This cause my GPU to dump or not even power up. also Caused the system to become unstable as well.
 
 
I went back to my original Sliverstone braided cable extensions and all went back to working nominal again.

 
I am using extensions from AsiaHorse .. no issues for like 7 months since I built my system.  However after reading this thread I reached out to my PSU maker.. they have extensions but the reviews on theirs are horrible.  I need extensions for wire management.

You have a valid concern for sure.  I remember building full-tower cases and needing to daisy chain power cables and needing to order longer SCSI, IDE, and Floppy cables just so they could reach.   Maybe tweet something to Jacob as well as have a support ticket in to see if someone will give you something you can work with if Phantek doesn't respond.