u/ShawnNotWantBan

I was in the middle of a DIY session for a new batch of miners and I think I learned an expensive lesson today. These chips are way more fragile than they look!

A tiny bit of uneven pressure while tightening the screws and I noticed this hairline crack on the surface (see photo).

My question: Is there ANY chance this still hashes, or should I just accept it as a desk ornament now? Has anyone else experienced this much fragility during assembly?

Just set up my new 8.1T and it’s a beauty. I was looking for something that didn't look like a computer part and this fits my minimalist desk perfectly. It’s quiet and running cool. What do you guys think?