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[Help] 3080 FTW3 is functioning but w/ 2 red lights and no rgb?

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2024/07/15 21:14:09 (permalink)
Hello everyone,
Recently picked up a 3080 locally for a new build. Upon setting up, 2 red lights above the PCIe plugs (left to right) popped up and no RGB at all.
The card is running fine, however, with the fans working. I tried a few games and even cinebenched it. Unfortuately the card just ran out of warranty so RMA isn't an option :(
Things I've tried:
  • Reseated the GPU.
  • Switched the PCIe connectors around. (Still same 2 red lights)
    • I'm using 2 separate 8-pin connectors. 1 is plugged in the port closest to the GPU, the other connector has 2 8-pin plugs for the remaining slots. (This can't possibly be the problem right? Even EVGA says it's the right way to plug. No need for all 3 separate connectors
  • Installed latest Precision X1, able to fiddle with the RGB settings but lights still not on.
  • Removed the card completely and let it sit for 6 hours (discharge the capacitors - according to EVGA support)
My spec:
  • 850w Gold+ be Quiet Pure Power
  • i7 12700kf
  • 32GB DDR5
  • MSI z790 Gaming Wifi
Appreciate any advice!
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    Sajin
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    Re: [Help] 3080 FTW3 is functioning but w/ 2 red lights and no rgb? 2024/07/16 00:42:04 (permalink)
    Long shot, but try enabling ErP... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a07EmG96ePY


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    Re: [Help] 3080 FTW3 is functioning but w/ 2 red lights and no rgb? 2024/07/16 03:52:53 (permalink)
    If you can't get it to work properly, since you just bought it that way, return it for a refund.

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