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Cooler Master has officially extended the warranty on its GPU Shield adapter in the United States from one to three years. The adapter is designed to protect the controversial 12V-2×6 power connector found in NVIDIA and some AMD GPUs from melting. This update follows the product's initial launch in the US and applies to units purchased through authorised channels. Cooler Master is working with partners to update all
The extension brings the North American coverage in line with the product's original launch in China, where it was sold with a three-year warranty. The company has confirmed that customers can consider the information as official confirmation of the new coverage while materials are updated. The GPU Shield adapter monitors current for anomalies and can actively reduce power if levels become too high, offering a tangible safety improvement for DIY PC builders.