Redesigned Q-Release Slim System Incoming - ASUS Confirms Debut on "New X870 Motherboards"

[T0@st]

Over a week ago, ASUS "quietly" unveiled a revamped Q-Release Slim mechanism—eagle-eyed hardware media outlet—Uniko's Hardware—spotted this revised quick release PCIe system on a freshly detailed premium ROG CROSSHAIR X870E APEX motherboard model. Wider press reportage jumped on the manufacturer's mixed bag of official responses; regarding reported damage inflicted by a "problematic" design. The ASUS North American office downplayed the severity of this matter, while colleagues in China launched a fairly comprehensive compensation program. According to VideoCardz, the latter organization has confirmed—as of last week—that a problem-free/improved Q-Release Slim system is on the way.

On Monday, Tweakers divulged its direct communication with ASUS—a spokesperson answered the Dutch site's query: "yes, a change has been made to the Q-Release Slim system for new X870 motherboards. Based on user feedback, we have modified the PCIe slot for the Q-Release Slim system, including removing a metal component to reduce the possibility of damage to the video card." The company representative noted that newly introduced/attached stickers will inform users about "correct system usage." Based on the aforementioned ASUS statement, Tweakers reported: "that both the original and revised versions of the system have been extensively tested and that users should study the included documentation to use the Q-Release Slim system properly. According to the manufacturer, both versions of the technology meet 'industry standards for wear resistance'." That last point suggests that ASUS will not be issuing a wide recall of currently released boards that feature original Q-Release Slim mechanisms.



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[Aquilino]

Good job, beta testers! Cave Johnson, we're done here.

 

[_roman_]

Based on user feedback, we have modified the PCIe slot for the Q-Release Slim system, including removing a metal component to reduce the possibility of damage to the video card."

There are only two ways. The slot damages the card. The slot does not damage the card. Just admit you sold e-waste.

According to the manufacturer, both versions of the technology meet 'industry standards for wear resistance'." That last point suggests that ASUS will not be issuing a wide recall of currently released boards that feature original Q-Release Slim mechanisms.

Does ASUS really believe a consumer will bother checking if it's the old or new slot. Just avoid the ASUS mainboard and you do not have to check if its new or old.

The pictures do not really reveal where the difference is. It's very bad made without explanation.

 

[csendesmark]

That last point suggests that ASUS will not be issuing a wide recall of currently released boards that feature original Q-Release Slim mechanisms.

Well of course they don't....

 

[Leiesoldat]

This must be the explanation for why the X870 Pro Art has been on back order since at least January. Pretty much the only item holding up my upgrade to AM5.

 

[Mr. Perfect]

It's tempting to use some mini cutters to snip that metal bit out of an old board. With a clean enough cut it would essentially be the same as the new board.