[SOLVED] How to Cut PCIe Covers Off

[SoVerySMOOSE]

I have a vertical GPU mount in an NZXT h510 but the all of the DisplayPort and HDMI's are inaccessible due to them being covered. So I guess my question is what tool should I use to cut the metal strips?

 

[jojesa]

I have a vertical GPU mount in an NZXT h510 but the all of the DisplayPort and HDMI's are inaccessible due to them being covered. So I guess my question is what tool should I use to cut the metal strips?

You will have to use some type of metal curter.
Before doing that, you should remove all components from your case, since metal shaving could get anywhere and short your components.

Watch this video for an idea.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mS7Xn6poyig

 

[richiestang_78]

The manual that came with the case shows you how, https://sta3-nzxtcorporation.netdna...achment/766/H510i_H510-manual-ver4-041919.pdf

Under Expansion Card installation.

Here is a video

View: https://youtu.be/HBPlGUwbJT0?t=56

 

[Barty1884]

The manual that came with the case shows you how

That's the 510i or Elite, not the regular. I believe the standard H510 has a solid piece there, so any vertical mount is going to need the PCIe slots hacked up.

I have a vertical GPU mount in an NZXT h510 but the all of the DisplayPort and HDMI's are inaccessible due to them being covered. So I guess my question is what tool should I use to cut the metal strips?

I believe a few different manufacturers are offering right-angled cables, which can fit within the PCIe slots & connect to a card in a vertical orientation. Will entirely depend on the riser you're using for the vertical mount though...

 

[Karadjgne]

They snap out quite easily. Use a flat head screwdriver to push on the gap on one side, then needle nose pliers to wiggle them back and forth. If there's any tabbing left, a dremel tool or small round file works wonders.

Just do so before you fill the pc with components or at worst case use masking tape/duct tape to capture any filings.