Motherboard latch for gpu broke off, should it be a big problem?

[Iptosyn]

Recently i got a new motherboard and cpu, but due to my power supply being loud i decided to open up my pc. While trying to get my gpu out i broke off the latch that clicks it in. Should that be a problem? I have found threads about this but they date pretty far back and i have a 1660, I'm just scared it'll fall out or something alike. I have screwed it in as best as i could, but i'd like to hear if anyone could settle my fears a bit.

[Guydodge]

im gonna say probably not but i wouldnt move it around and if you do make sure its
still seated before you turn it back on.it would suck,but i dont think it should be a
problem.maybe get a GPU bracket help stabilize it
heres the one i use for my 3090
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08S2RWY9F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[Jamebonds1]

That is lower risk the gpu with no latch will moving itself caused by vibration. I'm not sure what it is called, but I found something that you can bolted onto the vertical.

[plat]

It's difficult to predict what may or may not happen as a result--now or in the future. The case could get a hard knock from somewhere and then what?

If this were my situation, I would contact the customer service of the board maker and ask what can be done. No doubt you are not the first and only one to have this happen, esp if this is a new board.

[Introverted Gamer]

Should be still be safe. As long as the GPU screws for the case are secured. You can get a GPU Brace support if your worried.

[_I_]

depends on the case and how often the pc is moved or shaken

most cases hold the gpu in fairly solidly

as long as the pc is not shaken much or moved often it will most likely be fine

if you do move it, pull off the side panel and make sure the gpu is inserted securely

[Jamebonds1]

Originally posted by _I_:

depends on the case and how often the pc is moved or shaken

most cases hold the gpu in fairly solidly

as long as the pc is not shaken much or moved often it will most likely be fine

if you do move it, pull off the side panel and make sure the gpu is inserted securely

If I may point it out. There is still high frequency vibration that you can't see motion.

[Viking2121]

It should be alright, as said I wouldn't move it around much with a heavy GPU installed.

[Arthur, King of the Britons]

I have a 1050ti, I caused the exact same issue during the build. That was several years ago, I use thumbscrews where I can and just make sure that its seated and tightened correctly, never noticed an issue.

[plat]

Would the risk of a sagging card be higher if the latch were not there as an additional support mechanism?

OP stated the board was "new." Maybe he can replace the board under warranty if it's established it wasn't abuse.

[Viking2121]

Originally posted by plat:

Would the risk of a sagging card be higher if the latch were not there as an additional support mechanism?

OP stated the board was "new." Maybe he can replace the board under warranty if it's established it wasn't abuse.

Yes, that latch does help keep a sgging gpu from popping out the slot, if you get something heavy I would at least prop the card up or lay the system on the side.

I got an old Dell the latch long broke on that thing and I got a gtx 670 in it, I move the system around and it's been fine for years, but it's a risk I'd take with it due to the age of it and wouldn't be too concerned about losing the system if that would ever happen to me, but yeah be careful with it.

[Back Yard Gamer]

If you have a second unused PCIe slot you can ease out the latch and pop it in the other, it's a little tricky but doable.
Best of luck.

[Jamebonds1]

^^^
Don't do this. I do not recommend to do this. It is higher risk to do this. PCIe lane is brittle plastic and can break easy if do it wrong.