Modder Solders Dual 8-Pin Board to RTX 5090 to Prevent Connector Melting

A Reddit user modified an MSI GeForce RTX 5090 by soldering a dual 8-pin PCIe power board to its 16-pin header, reporting wire temperatures below 40°C, as a workaround for ongoing connector melting issues. The modification adds two extra 8-pin inputs alongside the card's original connector, aiming to reduce current load per pin. Commenters debated whether the fix addresses root causes like pin contact quality or wire gauge, with some predicting legal trouble. Forum discussion highlighted skepticism about Nvidia's engineering decisions, with users suggesting executives overruled engineers. Others speculated about potential cease-and-desist letters, though some argued right-to-repair principles might protect such DIY solutions.